About this role
Job summary
We are looking to appoint a Speciality Doctor in Urology to join our friendly surgical team at Chesterfield Royal Hospital. You will work under the supervision of the consultants to deliver a high-quality service to patients with general urological conditions, as well as providing support to junior colleagues and nursing staff as required.
You will participate in a rota comprising Specialty Doctor colleagues and a Higher Specialist Trainee. Some aspects of the role can be bespoke to the individual needs of the post-holder and tailored to take into account previous relevant experience, or achievement of requirements for application to specialty training.
There is a full shift rota in place & applicants must be able to participate in the full shift pattern.
Mentor support can also be provided for those either already undertaking or looking to commence self-directed Portfolio Pathway.
Main duties of the job
For further information please see the attached job description and person specification which gives a comprehensive overview of the main duties required for this role.
About us
Our staff enjoy a range of benefits including on-site parking, local discounts, on-site Caf and Amazon lockers. There is a cycle-to-work scheme along with electric vehicle charging points. A newly opened a hub, dedicated to the health and wellbeing of our staff, which include rooms for mindfulness, gym and shower facilities and different programmes to keep you active.
Chesterfield is a thriving market town surrounded by attractive countryside, contemporary leisure facilities and extensive retail outlets. The town has excellent road and rail links, and easy access to airports.
Derbyshire is home to the Peak District National Park and is an area of outstanding beauty. Numerous stately homes are within easy travelling distance. The Yorkshire Dales, North Yorkshire Moors, a number of coastal resorts and many historic cities are also close enough for day trips.
Housing in the Chesterfield area is competitively priced and offers a wide range of choice, including urban and rural locations. There are several high-performing state schools in the town, as well as a number of excellent private schools across the wider region.
In addition to local shops and complexes, the Meadowhall Shopping Centre is within easy travelling distance and is one of the largest and most up to date in Europe, attracting some 30 million visitors each year.
The city of Sheffield is only 9 miles away and hosts two universities, one with a medical and dental school.
Job description Job responsibilities
For further information please see the attached job description and person specification which gives a comprehensive overview of the main duties required for this role.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
MBBS or equivalent medical qualification. MRCS Full registration with the GMC with a licence to practise at the time of application Formal Urology Training Programme (UK/Abroad)
Desirable
FRCS Urology 1 & 2 Masters/MD/PhD
Experience Essential
Four years full-time post graduate training (or its equivalent gained on a part time basis) at least two of which will be in a Surgical speciality training programme Sufficient skills and experience to function safely on the Middle Grade on call rota in an acute District General Hospital Minimum 2 years of UK Experience Independent flexi cystoscopy Independent General Urology Clinic Independent LA Procedure (i.e. Circumcision) Emergency Stenting/Scrotal exploration/SPC Quality/audit project experience and other aspects of clinical governance Experience of participation in CPD.
Desirable
LATP Urodynamics Urology Fellowship Active Urology MDT participation TP Prostate Biopsies under LA
Skills Essential
Good written and oral communication skills. Clinical supervision experience/skills Basic IT skills
Desirable
Ability to undertake training of clinical staff.
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 Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address Chesterfield Royal Hospital
Calow
Chesterfield
S44 5BL
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.chesterfieldroyal.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)