Trust Doctor in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust; Leeds; On-site; GBP 62,000; Full time

Job description

Job Summary

Applications are invited to apply for a Trust Doctor (ST1/2) post in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust. There are 4 posts from August 2025, with short term opportunities available immediately.

The post is available for 6 months initially with potential for extension. The post is full time with on calls, and primarily based at Leeds General Infirmary. The post is ideal for trainees committed to plastic surgery who wish to gain further experience prior to core/higher surgical training.

Main duties of the job

The department provides a wide range of specialist plastic and reconstructive surgery and has an international reputation for both innovation and the delivery of high quality patient care. There is a comprehensive hand and upper limb service (including congenital hand, adult hand and brachial plexus surgery), head and neck surgery, craniofacial surgery, sarcoma, breast reconstruction, skin cancer & lower limb reconstruction. In addition, all consultants participate in the management of general plastic surgery acute and elective cases.

This post would also suit candidates who wish to learn the techniques of wound care and soft tissue handling ahead of progressing to a career in surgery or in medical specialties such as Dermatology, General Practice or Emergency Medicine.

Previous experience in Plastic Surgery is not essential and the successful candidate would be encouraged to pursue an area of interest within the department. Applicants should hold full registration with the GMC.

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Date posted

11 April 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£61,825 a year

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

6 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

C9298-MED-726

Job locations

Leeds General Infirmary

Great George Street

Leeds

LS1 3EX

Job Description

Job responsibilities

The timetable of commitments for junior trainees includes operating sessions, Dressing Clinic sessions, routine ward duties, pre-admission clinics, local anaesthetic lists, and outpatient sessions. The routine work includes care of acute and elective patients, attendance at theatre lists and outpatient clinics.

The Plastic Surgery Unit has 18 adult beds, separate paediatric beds, and beds on a dedicated High Dependency Unit. A daily dressing clinic with a separate Sister and staff also operates within the Unit. There are 21 general anaesthetic and 7 local anaesthetic lists per week.

Both Leeds hospitals have busy Accident and Emergency Departments and general Plastic Surgery emergencies are referred to the Unit. The Unit takes acute hand emergencies on a rota with Orthopaedics, and many trauma cases are treated as combined procedures with the Orthopaedic Surgeons.

Plastic Surgery outpatient clinics are held at St. James's University Hospital, which the Specialist Registrar will attend when working for different firms. In addition, combined clinics with appropriate departments are held in head and neck oncology, rheumatology, sarcoma, breast, melanoma, and non-melanoma skin cancer.

A congenital hand service and brachial plexus injury service is also provided for the Region in addition to a craniofacial service. Close ties exist with Orthopaedic surgery, Gynaecology, General Surgery, and Neurosurgery to provide reconstructive services for these specialties and there are links with the Maxillo-Facial Department enabling trainees to attend MDT cleft lip & palate clinics.

The successful applicant will also have to perform duties in occasional emergencies and unforeseen circumstances at the request of the appropriate Consultant, in consultation, when practicable with his colleagues both senior and junior. It has been agreed between the profession and the Department of Health & Social Security that while juniors accept that they will perform such duties, the Secretary of State stresses that additional commitments arising under this sub-section are exceptional and in particular that juniors should not be required to undertake work of this kind for prolonged periods or on a regular basis.

LEVELS OF RESPONSIBILITY

This will depend upon prior experience and can be discussed. It is expected that the levels of responsibility will be that of ST1 or above, and the successful candidate will receive supervision from a named consultant with responsibility to develop the individual's e-portfolio or equivalent.

TEACHING AND RESEARCH/STUDY AND TRAINING

Research: Demonstrate participation in research and audit.

Person Specification

Clinical Experience And Career Progression Essential

• 4 months experience after full GMC registration or equivalent, and evidence of achievement of foundation competences, in line with GMC standards / Good Medical Practice.
• Evidence of achievement of CT/ST1 competencies in medicine or Surgery (as defined by the curricula relating to Core Medical training or Core Surgical Training).

Clinical, Academic, and Personal Skills Essential

• Ability to apply sound clinical knowledge and judgement to problems.
• Ability to prioritise clinical need.
• Recognition of, and ability to undertake the initial management of, an acutely ill patient.
• Demonstrates understanding of the basic principles of audit, clinical risk management, evidence-based practice, patient safety, and clinical quality improvement initiatives.
• Demonstrates clarity in written/spoken communication & capacity to adapt language as appropriate to the situation.
• Demonstrates respect for all.
• Capacity to work effectively with others.
• Evidence of thoroughness (is well prepared, shows self-discipline/commitment, is punctual and meets deadlines).
• Shows initiative/drive/enthusiasm (self-starter, motivated, shows curiosity, initiative).
• Demonstrates initiative & resilience to cope with changing circumstances.

Desirable

• Aptitude for practical skills, e.g. manual dexterity.
• Successful completion of relevant skills course(s).
• Extracurricular activities/achievements relevant to the specialty.

Qualifications Essential

• MBBS or equivalent medical qualification.

Eligibility, Fitness to practice, and Language Skills Essential

• Be eligible for full registration with, and hold a current licence to practise at the time of appointment.
• Eligibility to work in the UK.
• Is up to date and fit to practise safely and is aware of own training needs.
• All applicants to have demonstrable skills in written and spoken English adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues.
• Meets professional health requirements (in line with GMC standards/Good Medical Practice).

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

Employer details

Employer name

Leeds Teaching Hospitals

Address

Leeds General Infirmary

Great George Street

Leeds

LS1 3EX

Employer's website

https://www.leedsth.nhs.uk/