About this role
Job summary
We're proud to be one of the major academic research centres and education providers in England and Research and Innovation is the heart of all we do, providing you with a robust infrastructure to encourage and facilitate high-quality research programmes. We're also excited to be embarking on our new Green Plan which will set out how MFT continues to play its part in making healthcare more sustainable and tackling climate change.
Candidates must be eligible for their own GMC registration: an active licence, ceased license or pending application with the GMC at the point of application. Candidates who do not fit this criteria will not progress through to the shortlisting stage.
This post is not suitable for doctors specialising in Orthopaedic Surgery.
PLEASE NOTE: This is not an orthopaedic surgical job hence surgical experience is not essential. (This is a medical registrar position in the field of orthogeriatric in trauma and orthopaedics)
Main duties of the job
This is an exciting opportunity to join the Orthogeriatric Team within the Directorate of Trauma and Orthopaedics at North Manchester General Hospital (NMGH). The team is led by the Consultant Ortho- geriatrician.
The post will be based on the Trauma wards at NMGH and will allow the successful candidate to develop a special interest. We currently provide a 5-day service with no on call commitments.
As well as providing clinical expertise on the ward, you will be working alongside the Trauma and Orthopaedic Directorate to help and enhance our service.
Your clinical duties will include:
Ensuring patients are seen by an Ortho-geriatrician within 72 hours of admission. Seeing unwell adult patients as requested by the Orthopaedic Team. Attending multidisciplinary team meetings and board rounds. Working with the specialist nurse for inpatient osteoporosis to arrange investigations and treatments. Supporting the consultant in bone health assessment clinic Please note the post holder will attain the title of medical registrar expected to handle acute medical emergencies and proceed with comprehensive geriatric /medical assessment of the assessed patients.
About us
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is a leading centre of clinical excellence, renowned for pioneering patient care, advanced medical research, and a collaborative multi-speciality environment. We are the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester is the largest health academic campus in Europe - a great place to progress your career.
With over 30,000 employees, a turnover exceeding £3 billion, and 10 hospital and community services, join our team to help us deliver outstanding healthcare to our diverse communities.We offer an engaging and supportive environment, with access to state-of-the-art facilities and cutting-edge technology. Research and Innovation are at the heart of our work, offering opportunities to lead research that shapes the future of medicine, working alongside experts, advancing clinical practice, and improving patient outcomes.At MFT, we foster a culture where every colleague is valued and empowered to thrive. Your expertise is recognised, your ambitions are supported, and your impact is felt at every level. Whether you want to develop your clinical skills, pursue research interests, or seek leadership opportunities, MFT provides the ideal environment to achieve your medical or professional aspirations.If you are dedicated to driving clinical innovation and delivering compassionate patient care, join us to shape tomorrow's healthcare; where clinical excellence, innovation, and your career will thrive.
Job description Job responsibilities
IMPORTANT CANDIDATE INFORMATION
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Diversity MattersMFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.
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As part of our commitment to safeguarding patients and staff, many roles at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. This is a standard process across the NHS and helps us ensure a safe environment for everyone.
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Standard DBS: Checks for spent and unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands, and final warnings.
Enhanced DBS: Includes the above, plus any additional information held by local police thats considered relevant to the role.
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Person Specification
Registration Essential
Full registration with the General Medical Council with a valid License to practice
Medical Qualifications Essential
Primary medical qualification (eg. MB ChB or equivalent) Minimum of satisfactory 2-year clinical NHS working experience (at a medical SHO/medical registrar level) in general medicine ALS Certified
Desirable
MRCP(UK) or equivalent Candidates with MRCP part 1/MRCP part 2 /PACES pending full completion CCT Geriatric Medicine or equivalent
Skills & Knowledge Essential
Broad Knowledge & Clinical Expertise in: a) Acute Medicine b) Geriatric Medicine Ability to work well within a multidisciplinary team (e.g. surgeons, nurses, therapists) Up to date knowledge of a) Osteoporosis b) Falls Prevention c) National Hip Fracture Database d) Best Practice Tariff e) Acute Medical Emergencies Evidence of Continuing Professional Development
Experience Essential
Working on an Acute Medical Ward caring for older patients. Independently able to handle acute medical emergencies Proof of engagement in acute medical rota handling medical acuity /acute medical emergencies in acute medical take at a senior medical SHO or medical registrar level Comprehensive geriatric /medical assessment of the acutely medically unwell patients
Desirable
Working on a Rehabilitation Ward Completed Quality Improvement / Audit Cycles Clinical Governance including Incident Reporting
Academic, Research Skills, Teaching, Management Essential
Use of evidence based practice Information technology skills (e.g. e-mail, word processing & some spreadsheet skills)
Other Essential
The applicant must demonstrate appropriate professional behaviour, i.e integrity, honesty, confidentiality, as set out in the GMC's Good Medical Practice (2013) The applicant must have demonstrable skills in listening, reading, writing, and speaking in English language that enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues Capacity to take responsibility for own actions and demonstrate a non-judgmental approach towards others Willing & able to undertake training
Desirable
Able to attended conferences and courses out of the area.
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.
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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 Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
Address North Manchester General Hospital
Delaunays Road
Crumpsall, Manchester
M8 5RB
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://mft.nhs.uk/careers/ (Opens in a new tab)