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  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior Level
  • Healthcare
    Education & Teaching
  • Chester, +2

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  • You will support Trauma and Orthopaedic services, participate in audits and research, manage junior staff, teach, and ensure efficient use of resources while meeting clinical governance standards.
  • You will support trauma and orthopaedic services, engage in audits and research, supervise junior staff, teach, and ensure efficient departmental operations.

Requirements

  • In conjunction with Consultant and Senior colleagues, to provide a service in Trauma and Orthopaedic with responsibility for core Trauma and Orthopaedic services.
  • In conjunction with Consultant and Senior colleagues, to take part in medical audit and research as appropriate.
  • In conjunction with Consultant and Senior colleagues, to ensure that the requirements of clinical governance are met.
  • To ensure that there are adequate arrangements for hospital staff involved in the care of your patients to be able to contact you when necessary.
  • In conjunction with Consultant and Senior colleagues, to play a full part in the professional supervision and management of junior medical staff.
  • In conjunction with Consultant and Senior colleagues, to take responsibility for and devote time to teaching, examination and accreditation duties as required for junior medical staff.
  • In conjunction with Consultant and Senior colleagues, to take responsibility for the best use of departmental staffing and other resources to ensure the maximum efficiency of the department.
  • To observe the Trust’s agreed policies and procedures, in particular in relation to managing staff, and to follow the Trust’s Standing Orders and Standing Financial Instructions. These policies and procedures have been drawn up in consultation with the profession on clinical matters.

Responsibilities

  • In conjunction with Consultant and Senior colleagues, to provide a service in Trauma and Orthopaedic with responsibility for core Trauma and Orthopaedic services.
  • In conjunction with Consultant and Senior colleagues, to take part in medical audit and research as appropriate.
  • In conjunction with Consultant and Senior colleagues, to ensure that the requirements of clinical governance are met.
  • To ensure that there are adequate arrangements for hospital staff involved in the care of your patients to be able to contact you when necessary.
  • In conjunction with Consultant and Senior colleagues, to play a full part in the professional supervision and management of junior medical staff.
  • In conjunction with Consultant and Senior colleagues, to take responsibility for and devote time to teaching, examination and accreditation duties as required for junior medical staff.
  • In conjunction with Consultant and Senior colleagues, to take responsibility for the best use of departmental staffing and other resources to ensure the maximum efficiency of the department.
  • To observe the Trust’s agreed policies and procedures, in particular in relation to managing staff, and to follow the Trust’s Standing Orders and Standing Financial Instructions. These policies and procedures have been drawn up in consultation with the profession on clinical matters.

FAQs

What is the duration of the Junior Clinical Fellow position?

The position is a 12-month fixed-term contract.

What specialties will the Junior Clinical Fellow be working in?

The Junior Clinical Fellow will support the trauma and orthopaedic service.

Are there any on-call requirements for this role?

The Junior Clinical Fellow will participate in a Trauma and Orthopaedic on-call rota during core hours only; out-of-hours on-call is not a requirement for this role.

Will I be involved in teaching as part of this position?

Yes, the post holder is expected to undertake undergraduate and postgraduate teaching.

Is there an opportunity to participate in research?

Yes, the Junior Clinical Fellow will take part in medical audit and research as appropriate.

What support will I receive from senior colleagues?

The Junior Clinical Fellow will work in conjunction with Consultant and Senior colleagues to provide services, manage junior medical staff, and ensure the best use of departmental resources.

What is the location of Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust?

The hospital is situated on The Wirral peninsula, which has a stunning coastline and beautiful countryside surroundings.

What kind of patient population does Wirral University Teaching Hospital serve?

The Trust serves a population of approximately 400,000 people across Wirral, Ellesmere Port, Neston, North Wales, and the wider North West footprint.

Who can I contact for further details or informal visits about this position?

You can contact Mr. Peter Ralte, Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon at peter.ralte1@nhs.net or call 0151 678 5111, or Mr. David Hawkes, Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon at david.hawkes1@nhs.net or call 0151 604 7496.

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Mission & Purpose

Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust provides comprehensive healthcare services across multiple sites in the Wirral area. Their ultimate mission is to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care, ensuring the well-being and health of the local community. Their purpose is to offer accessible, effective, and compassionate medical services, continuously improving healthcare standards and patient experiences through innovation and dedicated service.