Trust Grade SHO - Trauma and Orthopaedics

Within the first paragraph of your supporting statement please provide answers to the following questions, this will be scored as part of the shortlisting process, The post holder will join with other Orthopaedic CT 1&2 trainees and Trust Grade SHO's as part of the on-call rota., Applications will be transferred to TRAC system, by completing an application your are giving authorisation for the transfer of your data.
Correspondence regarding your application will be sent to you via a TRAC system account.
We are an equal opportunities employer, which aims to employ a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons from all backgrounds.
We welcome applications from members of our black and minority ethnic (BME) communities, especially in relation to senior posts within at KGH.
Applicants who have a disability and meet the essential criteria for the job will be interviewed if you indicate you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme. If you require a reasonable adjustment at any stage of the recruitment process please make the recruitment services team aware as soon as possible.
Appointments will be made on merit.
In submitting an application form, you authorise Kettering General Hospital (KGH) NHS Foundation Trust to confirm any previous NHS service details via the Electronic Staff Record (ESR) Inter Authority Transfer (IAT) process. Including factual reference, occupational health clearance and statutory and mandatory training record.
If you need to have a Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check, as a requirement of the role, you will be required to repay the cost of obtaining a DBS check (£50) and this amount will be reclaimed from your first salary. From 1st February 2019 all new starters to the Trust are required to join the DBS update service as per Trust DBS Re-checking Policy which has an annual cost of £13. New employees who do not join the update service will be required to pay £50 for a new DBS check in 3 years time.
Please note that news starters with KGH are subject to a six month probationary period.
Please ensure that the information you provide on your application form is correct, accurate and that nothing has been omitted. Any information that is stated in your application form in relation to qualifications/training courses/work/education experience/references must be able to be evidenced. Failure to do so may result if your offer being withdrawn.
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We want to recruit the best people to deliver our services across the University Hospitals of Northamptonshire and help to unleash everyone's full potential. As an organisation, we value how we communicate and promote our vacancies to all communities. The Hospital Group encourages applications from people who identify from all protected groups, especially those from BAME, Disabled and LGBTQ+ backgrounds as these are underrepresented in our hospitals. We understand that we need to work with colleagues from diverse backgrounds and make sure the environment they work in is inclusive and collaborative. We have active Networks that promote and support colleagues from all backgrounds. This ensures everyone feels supported and has a sense of belonging working for Kettering and Northampton General Hospitals.

An opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated team player to join our supportive Orthopaedic department at a SHO/CT level.

1. Do you have a Medical Qualifications (MBBS or equivalent?) Yes/No
2. Are you registered with the GMC with licence to practice? Yes/No
3. Are you working/ have you ever worked as a Doctor in Trauma & Orthopaedics? Yes/No
This post is suitable for both F3 doctors as well as at Core trainee level. We have a good track record of our doctors going on to formal higher surgical training programmes from this post, as well as GP VTS schemes.
This post was created specifically with a career Orthopaedic Surgeon in mind. It is aimed at those that have completed or need to complete their basic surgical training and wish to specialise in Orthopaedics but have not yet achieved an ST post. The successful applicant will have some Orthopaedic experience.
The post is not recognised by the Postgraduate Dean for the purposes of training, but excellent training and research opportunities are available within the post.
The SHO may be required to perform duties in occasional emergencies and unforeseen circumstances until a Locum can be obtained. Such additional commitments are exceptional
and for short periods only., The primary responsibility of this role is direct ward based clinical care, however we offer:
+ A supportive and friendly environment
+ Continuing professional development opportunities
+ Weekly in house educational sessions in orthopaedics along with a full academic programme
+ Regular access to timetabled theatre sessions and outpatient clinics
+ Opportunity to take part in research and clinical audit work
+ Mentoring to aid future career progression
+ Access to educational supervisors and a full appraisal process
+ Exposure to MDT working
+ Study leave allowance with a substantial budget
+ NHS pension scheme
+ Salary sacrifice schemes
+ 27 - 32 days paid annual leave
We are a district general hospital with a full trauma subspecialty service provision, with good links with Coventry and Leicester teaching hospitals for major trauma and spines.

Working for our organisation
Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest employers in the area and we are on an exciting journey. Our mission is to provide safe, compassionate, and clinically excellent patient care, by being an outstanding employer for our people. We have entered into a Group Model with neighbouring Northampton General Hospital and have become University Hospitals of Northamptonshire.
Our Excellence Values:
Compassion
Respect
Integrity
Courageous
Accountable
Kettering is at the heart of the UK's largest growth area outside London. Its central location allows easy access by rail or road to major centres in the UK and is within easy travelling distance of 4 international airports.
The area offers everything from a traditional market town to charming villages and picturesque countryside. The housing market remains competitively priced. The town has excellent and expanding educational facilities, and a wide range of leisure opportunities.