About this role
Job summary
Bristol Royal Hospital for Children is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Locum Consultant Paediatric Neurosurgeon with a Spinal interest to join our nationally recognised Paediatric Neurosurgery service.
This is an exciting opportunity to become part of an established team of specialist paediatric neurosurgeons delivering highly complex care to children from across the South West and beyond. The department offers a supportive environment with opportunities to develop specialist interests while contributing to a comprehensive paediatric neurosurgical service.
The Department currently undertakes approximately 550 paediatric neurosurgical procedures per annum. The Department has a full range of paediatric neurosurgical facilities including a dedicated neurosurgical operating theatre with an intraoperative MRI suite, provision of paediatric robotic neurosurgery including deep brain stimulation, stereotactic EEG and robotic endoscopy, O-arm spinal navigation, and gamma knife radiosurgery for children. The hospital is a nationally designated centre for paediatric epilepsy surgery and Selective Dorsal Rhizotomy. The Department also delivers complex paediatric neurovascular services and non-syndromic craniofacial surgical services.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will join a team of four consultant paediatric neurosurgeons delivering elective and emergency paediatric neurosurgical care, including consultant-led outpatient clinics and inpatient services. The post is a 1:5 out of hours on call commitment. There is a 1 in 4 commitment to delivering the in hours on call service week (Monday to Friday).
Applicants must have completed specialist training in neurosurgery with substantial paediatric neurosurgical experience, including a minimum of 12 months fellowship training in Paediatric Neurosurgery within a major UK centre or international centre of excellence. Candidates must also have fellowship level experience in paediatric and/or adult spinal surgery.
We are particularly interested in candidates with an interest in paediatric spinal neurosurgery, including experience in:
Spinal dysraphism surgery Craniocervical junction surgery Instrumented spinal surgery in children, including trauma and deformity correction Use of O-arm navigation and robotic spinal surgery (desirable)
About us
Bristol NHS Foundation Trust brings together more than 28,000 staff to deliver over 160 clinical services across thirteen hospital locations, operating from three main sites at Southmead, Bristol city centre and Weston.
With an annual turnover of 2.6 billion, we are now one of the largest NHS trusts in the United Kingdom.
Chaired by Ingrid Barker and led by Maria Kane as Chief Executive, Bristol NHS Foundation Trust aims to transform the way healthcare is delivered locally with a clear focus on making a difference for what we call our Four Ps:
Better outcomes for ourPatients More opportunities for our People Fairer more consistent care for ourPopulation Best Value for Public Purse Our vision for five years from now:
Patients will wait less time to be diagnosed and treated, and they will have the same high-quality experience and outcomes, regardless of who they are or where they live. We will meet rising demand by maximising the use of our available resources. More care will be delivered nearer to patients, in their homes or the community. Digital technologies will have transformed the way we work and the way we deliver care. Our people will feel engaged, energised and empowered by their work. We will be known as a place where people enjoy working, training and building a career. Our volume of globally renowned research and innovation will have grown significantly. We will contribute to system financial balance
Job description Job responsibilities
This role offers the opportunity to work within a highly specialised multidisciplinary team and contribute to the ongoing development of one of the UK's leading paediatric neurosurgical services.
For more details on the role and main responsibilities, please see Job Description attached.
Person Specification
Qualifications, Training & Experience Essential
Full and specialist registration in either AIM or GIM with the General Medical Council (GMC) Or Within 6 months of obtaining expected CCT date at time of interview Locum candidates will be considered without CCT or CESR1 year fellowship in Paediatric Neurosurgery in a recognised centre of excellence (National or International) Fellowship level experience in paediatric and/or adult spinal surgery Evidence of thorough and broad training and experience in Neurosurgery Able to take responsibility for delivering service without direct supervision Evidence of a special interest and expertise in paediatric spinal surgery including spinal dysraphism, craniocervical junction surgery and instrumented spinal surgery in children
Desirable
Higher academic qualification e.g. MD, PhD or equivalent Fellowship level experience in paediatric and/or adult spinal surgery
Clinical Knowledge and Skills Essential
Up to date knowledge and experience of relevant specialty Knowledge of NHS priorities with reference to specialty
Desirable
Broad range of IT skills
Clinical Governance and Audit Essential
Understanding of clinical governance and the individual responsibilities it implies Knowledge of the principles of clinical audit and evidence of participation Positive approach to evidence based practice Evidence of recent and regular engagement with continuing professional development (CPD) scheme
Research Essential
Knowledge of the principles involved in research Evidence of involvement in research
Desirable
Additional academic experience and qualifications e.g. PhD Evidence of publication of peer reviewed academic papers
Teaching & Training / Management & Leadership Essential
Experience of teaching medical students and AHP's Experience of supervising trainees Knowledge of teaching to a multidisciplinary team Evidence of management training and evidence of learning from it Ability to organise efficient and smooth running of a specialist service Ability to cope with and effectively organise the workload of a consultant Ability to practice independently as a consultant Ability to take on responsibility and show evidence of leadership Ability to work under pressure and cope with setbacks
Desirable
Formal teaching/ education qualification Educational Supervisor training completed Evidence of management/leadership experience and/or qualifications and courses
Interpersonal, Communication and Team Working Skills Essential
Ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives, clinical colleagues, support staff and other colleagues Good knowledge of, and ability to use, spoken and written English. Ability to present effectively to an audience, using a variety of methods, and to respond to questions and queries Ability to develop effective working relationships on an individual and multi-professional basis with all levels of staff both within and across divisions Ability to be a flexible team member
Any other Personal Abilities and Aptitudes Essential
Ability to adapt and respond to changing circumstances Awareness of personal limitations Meets professional health requirements Agreement to travel to and work in other Bristol NHS Foundation Trust sites necessitated by the role
Desirable
Additional professional responsibilities at local, regional or national levels Trained as a Consultant Appraiser
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name Bristol NHS Foundation Trust
Address Bristol Royal Hospital for Children
Upper Maudlin St
Bristol
BS2 8BJ
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.uhbw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)