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The Hillingdon Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

9d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior & Mid Level

AI generated summary

  • You must have GMC registration, provide patient care, manage documentation, supervise junior doctors, and handle emergencies at the consultant's request.
  • You will manage routine and emergency patients, conduct ward rounds, maintain records, supervise junior doctors, and handle occasional emergencies as needed.

Requirements

  • - Full registration with the GMC will be required to undertake this position.
  • - Routine and emergency patients must be seen and admitted expeditiously.
  • - Ward rounds and visits to individual patients may be necessary.
  • - Keeping such records as may be required; these must be dated and initialled, together with any other related administrative duties including discharge and clinic letters.
  • - The patient's discharge summary paperwork is to be completed prior to the patient's discharge.
  • - Supervision of the Foundation year 1 / 2 doctors when performing clinical duties.
  • - Duties in occasional emergencies and unforeseen circumstances at the request of the appropriate Consultant(s), in consultation where possible with colleagues both senior and junior.

Responsibilities

  • Routine and emergency patients must be seen and admitted expeditiously.
  • Ward rounds and visits to individual patients may be necessary.
  • Keeping such records as may be required; these must be dated and initialled, together with any other related administrative duties including discharge and clinic letters.
  • The patient's discharge summary paperwork is to be completed prior to the patients discharge. Clinic letters are dictated within clinic and typed by the secretaries.
  • Supervision of the Foundation year 1 / 2 doctors when performing clinical duties.
  • Duties in occasional emergencies and unforeseen circumstances at the request of the appropriate Consultant(s), in consultation where possible with colleagues both senior and junior. Additional commitments arising under this paragraph are exceptional. In particular, the doctor will not be required to undertake work of this kind for prolonged periods or on a regular basis.

FAQs

Is this General Surgery SHO position recognized for training?

No, this post does not have educational approval and is therefore not recognized for training.

What qualifications are required to apply for this role?

Candidates must have full registration with the GMC to undertake this position.

Will the SHO have the opportunity to manage patients independently?

Yes, as experience is gained, the SHO will begin to see their own new patients and discuss management with the consultant.

Are there opportunities for educational development in this role?

Yes, educational objectives will be set at the beginning of the post, and progress will be regularly reviewed.

Is participation in clinical research expected?

Yes, the SHO will be expected to take part in ongoing research and clinical audit projects within the surgical department.

What type of patients will the SHO be dealing with?

The SHO will be exposed to a wide range of surgical conditions, including both routine and emergency patients.

Is there an on-call requirement for this position?

Yes, this job includes participation in an on-call rota.

Where is The Hillingdon Hospital located?

The Hillingdon Hospital is situated in Uxbridge in the south of the London Borough of Hillingdon.

Who can I contact for more information about this position?

For further details or informal visits, you can contact Anisha Bhargava, Senior Service Manager, at anisha.bhargava@nhs.net or by telephone at 01895239303.

The Hillingdon Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

We provide clinical services to over half a million patients a year, including over 94,000 in our Emergency Department.

Science & Healthcare
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1991
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

The Hillingdon Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides a range of healthcare services in Hillingdon, including acute, emergency, and elective care. Their mission is to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care, ensuring safety and improving health outcomes. Their purpose is to enhance community well-being by offering excellent clinical services, advancing medical practice, and supporting health education and research.