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This post complements an enthusiastic and thriving paediatric orthopaedic clinical service (as part of a wide multispecialty orthopaedic team), which, in addition to general paediatric orthopaedics, includes paediatric subspecialty services for Cerebral Palsy, Ponseti/Foot & Ankle and Hip/DDH. This is well supported by the regional clinical network. The appointee will be based primarily at Luton and Dunstable Hospital but with some clinical sessions at Bedford Hospital. The appointee will be encouraged and supported in developing their own specialty interests in Paediatric Surgery within the overall job plan and to improve the pathway for patients. The post brings the paediatric consultant group to 3, working cross site to support the broad catchment area for paediatrics. The Paediatric T& O team caters to a tertiary level NICU at Luton site and receives referrals from areas of Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire and Buckinghamshire. Our Paediatric wards, NICU and Paediatricians support elective and trauma operating on children 0-18 years of age. Bedfordshire has one of the highest birth rates in the UK and a growing young population. We have a multidisciplinary team of Paediatricians, Paediatric surgeons, Paediatric anaesthetists, Paediatric radiologists and a Paediatric rheumatologist working alongside therapists, orthotists and nurses specialising in treating babies and children with congenital, developmental and acquired musculoskeletal conditions. Main duties of the job Main duties of the post are: Maintenance of the highest clinical standards in the management of all Trauma & Orthopaedic and paediatric orthopaedic patients. To share with colleagues in the Trauma & Orthopaedic Departments the management of Trauma and Orthopaedic patients requiring admission. The appointee will perform general on call and trauma commitments as well as paediatric specialist surgical management. Teaching and training of intermediate grade and junior medical staff, nursing staff and medical students. To actively participate in both departmental and Trust matters concerning Clinical Governance and audit. To have responsibility for and actively participate in continuing professional development (CPD). Undertake regular fracture clinics, fracture clinics, elective theatre lists and trauma lists. Although based at Luton & Dunstable University Hospital, some clinical sessions will be scheduled at Bedford Hospital, as we work together to further develop the joint working strategy of the departments across the newly merged organisation., Weekly work commitments will be within the Working Time Regulations on working hours and will also be influenced by the Royal College of Surgery recommendations, the Consultant contract and will be specified in the Job Plan. The Clinical Director will encourage the appointee to choose a mentor outside the department locally within an established innovative programme aimed at supporting every new Consultant member of the Trust. We wish to embrace team spirit and support and the department enjoys a very close working relationship where all clinical issues are openly discussed at formal and informal meetings. The Paediatric T& O service is also part of North London Paediatric Orthopaedics network as well as East of England Paediatric Orthopaedics group. There are regular MDTs held at Stanmore to discuss complex cases. Elective and Trauma services are supported by established pathways between RNOH, GOSH and Addenbrookes. There are local monthly Paediatric MSK MDTs between allied therapist and clinicians.

• Medical Degree
• FRCS (Trauma & Orthopaedics) or equivalent
Desirable
• MD or equivalent Higher Degree or evidence of relevant research
• MRCS
Registration Essential
• Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice
• Entry onto the GMC Specialist Register: ?CCT (or within 6 months of receipt of CCT at time of interview) ?CESR (must be on Specialist Register at time of applying), Knowledge and experience in subspecialty of Paediatric Surgery
• Knowledge and experience in General Trauma
• Evidence of thorough and broad training and experience in Trauma & Orthopaedics.
• Able to take full and independent responsibility for clinical work and delivering service without direct supervision.
• Comprehensive knowledge in Trauma and Orthopaedics and ability to offer expert clinical opinion on range of problems, both trauma and elective orthopaedics.
• Evidence of subspecialty training or fellowship out of region
Desirable
• Record of regular attendance at national specialty meetings in Paediatric Surgery
• Evidence of sub speciality training or fellowship out of region
Clinical Effectiveness Essential
• Understanding of clinical governance and ability to demonstrate ongoing CPD
• Experience of guideline appraisal
• Participation in relevant local audits
• Ability to interpret and apply clinical research
Desirable
• Participation in relevant national audits, Knowledge and ability to teach all grades of trainees and medical students
• Understands learner centred teaching
• Have attended Teaching the Teachers or similar course
Desirable
• Interest in teaching medical, nursing and other groups of staff, Ability to co-operate in a democratic team environment
• Flexible attitude, team player with good management skills
• Ability to adapt and respond to changing circumstances and work under pressure
• Have a commitment to CME/CPD
• Possess an enquiring and critical approach to work
• Knowledge and experience of Safeguarding for Children and Adults
• Ability to manage and lead a department
Clinical Governance Essential
• Able to demonstrate a broad understanding of the principles and elements of clinical governance.
• An interest which improves the Paediatric Surgery pathway in all aspects
Desirable
• Evidence of implementing relevant evidence based medicine, Excellent verbal and written skills in English
• Ability to communicate effectively with clinical colleagues, other specialities and support staff
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Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Both hospital sites offer key services such as A& E, Obstetrics-led Maternity and Paediatrics. You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology., Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust was formed on 1 April 2020 following the merger of Bedford Hospital and the Luton and Dunstable University Hospital.Previously the hospitals were run by two separate NHS trusts, Bedford hospital NHS Trust and Luton and Dunstable University Hospitals Foundation Trust.By combining the two hospitals we have been able to ensure the clinical sustainability of both sites and ensure that key services such as A&E, Obstetrics-led Maternity and Paediatrics can remain at both sites.Both hospitals deliver a full range of acute hospital services to a population of around 700,000.The new integrated Trust employs a combined workforce of approximately 8,000 staff, the largest NHS employer in Bedfordshire. The hospitals are supported by an army of 500 volunteers whose invaluable work helps the delivery of services. Bedford Hospital Working at Bedford Hospital The Trust's ethos is 'every patient matters', our vision is to provide patient focused high quality acute hospital care to meet the needs of our local community and we are constantly working with our staff to find new ways of working to ensure that our vision is achieved. About Bedford Whether you like high-octane thrills or you're interested in history and the arts, if you want to entertain the family, or simply want to relax and enjoy quiet, unspoilt countryside, come and visit Bedford and north Bedfordshire. The county town of Bedford is in one of England's smallest counties, flanked east and west by tourist hotspots like Oxford and Cambridge and just a 35 minute train journey from central London. Renowned as having one of the finest riverside settings in the country, enjoy panoramic views of the River Great Ouse from the restored Castle Mound; all that remains of Bedford castle, which was destroyed in the siege of 1224. Bedford Borough is a vibrant area to live in with an abundance of leisure opportunities for residents and visitors. We pride ourselves on offering a fantastic programme of cultural events throughout the year, and providing a wide range of affordable health opportunities, through our quality parks, award winning leisure centers' and sports development work. The nearby town of Milton Keynes has a large shopping mall and is a short bus or train ride away. Road and transport links are fantastic from Bedford to the whole of the UK and Europe. Luton airport is only 30 minutes by car or direct by train, other airports nearby are Stanstead, Birmingham, Heathrow and Gatwick, all within 1hour and 30 minutes by train or car. Luton and Dunstable University Hospital Luton and Dunstable University Hospital is a top performing hospital and we are proud to care. The Trust employs a diverse range of people in many different roles. In addition to doctors, nurses and therapy staff we employ people in a variety of other areas including administration, scientists, estates, technicians and support staff who all work together to deliver the best patient care. Our focus on excellence and patient safety remains our highest priority. Staff are our most valuable asset and central to the delivery of safe, effective, excellent patient care. The Trust strives to ensure staff feel valued, empowered, confident, motivated and focuses on developing staff to maximise their potential. As an employee of the Luton and Dunstable University Hospital you can take advantage of a number of benefits that are available for all L&D staff which can be viewed here. Why work for us? Our way of working at Bedford Hospital NHS Trust is about providing great patient care but it's also about attracting and retaining excellent staff to provide that care. It's about the qualities, knowledge and skills you bring to your role in the Trust and the support, development and job satisfaction you expect in return. It's about sharing common priorities for improvement and embracing our Trust values while caring for our patients but also while working together as colleagues.


• Residence within 10 miles by road or up to thirty minutes travelling time of the hospital for purposes of on-call emergencies.
• Fit to undertake the role with satisfactory Occupational Health clearance
• Satisfactory DBS clearance
• Satisfactory Trust health screening prior to appointment