Job summary
Specialty Doctor General Surgery

Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust is seeking to appoint a Specialty Doctor in General Surgery on a 12 month fixed-term contract based at Darent Valley Hospital. and is available to start ASAP.

You will need to have full GMC Registration with a licence to practice to be considered for this role and have completed foundation training or have equivalent experience. Computer literacy and a good standard of written and spoken English are both essential. Previous applicants need not apply

Main duties of the job
The Post holder undertakes, exceptionally, to perform additional duties in occasional emergencies and unforeseen circumstances, eg cover "on call" duties.

The clinical commitments required of the appointee will be as detailed in the Weekly Programme of Duties though service needs may require alteration of the timetable without notice. The appointee will be required to visit any patient in any establishment forming part of the Trust at the request of the Consultant. The appointee will be required to be full shift rota and will be required to take part in Internal Cover arrangements during the absence of the Registrars and middle grades on annual or study leave.

About us
We are committed to being an inclusive and diverse employer. We strive to employ people who reflect the communities we serve, and aim to create an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential. Whatever your race, ethnicity, belief, generation, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, disability or experience, you'll appreciate the opportunities we give you to work in an inclusive atmosphere. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences to build on the progress we've achieved to make our Trust diverse and the best place to work. We celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that help us overcome challenges and embrace new possibilities. We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant Pledge and have a commitment to the Armed Forces Community.

If you are considering applying for a role, please be aware that as an NHS Employee you may have contact with vulnerable service users. We strongly encourage that all our staff are vaccinated against COVID-19 and are vaccinated annually against Flu, in order to protect the health and safety of our staff and patients. Your commitment will help us to put the safety and care of our patients first, as well as helping us to protect you and your colleagues.

Job responsibilities
The clinical commitments required of the appointee will be as detailed in the Weekly Programme of Duties though service needs may require alteration of the timetable without notice. The appointee will be required to visit any patient in any establishment forming part of the Trust at the request of the Consultant. The appointee will be required to be full shift rota and will be required to take part in Internal Cover arrangements during the absence of the Registrars and middle grades on annual or study leave.

The appointee will be required to undertake those administrative duties commensurate with the post and to be responsible for the supervision and support of the Senior House Officers. He/she will be encouraged to undertake research under the supervision of the consultants.

So far as is consistent with proper discharge of the above duties the post holder undertakes to deputise from time to time for absent colleagues.

The Post holder undertakes, exceptionally, to perform additional duties in occasional emergencies and unforeseen circumstances, eg cover on call duties.

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• Core trainee competencies
• MRCS
• Full Registration

Desirable

• Additional degree/diploma
• FRCS

Experience
Essential

• Postgraduate training (or its equivalent gained on a part-time or flexible basis)
• Adequate experience in the specialty; or Shall have obtained experience and competencies
• Broad training in relevant specialty

Skills
Essential

• Evidence of participation in audit
• Willingness to be involved in audit/research
• Good communication skills

Desirable

• Audit/research publications
• Evidence of maintaining a portfolio of evidence of CPD

Additional information
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.

UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Clinical Director
Mr J Adamek
j.adamek@nhs.net
01322428627