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Job overviewThe department of Plastic Surgery is the centre of excellence for breast reconstruction, skin oncology services and paediatric plastic surgery. The breast reconstruction service includes competence to a range of options. There is a particular emphasis for microvascular reconstruction DIEP flap and now our services are expanding so that more Black Country patients are offered DIEP reconstruction, hence this opportunity to develop the department to do further microvascular work as part of a wider team.In addition to the breast reconstruction services, we offer a high-quality skin oncology service which includes rapid access clinics and surgeries like sentinel lymph node biopsies, block dissections and reconstruction following excision of melanomas and other skin cancers. We cover a large area which includes Wolverhampton, Wyre Forest and Cannock. We also offer Moh’s surgery for skin lesions also.We also provide a paediatric plastic surgery service, and our centre is well known for genital urinary reconstruction particularly hypospadias surgery and continues to be well renowned.This is an exciting opportunity for motivated clinicians to join a dynamic team providing complex reconstructive care to a diverse patient population.Main duties of the jobThe post holder will be expected to be part of a team of Plastic Surgeons providing breast reconstruction services for the Black Country region.The post holder is expected to do breast reconstruction as one part of a two-team approach for DIEP flaps and would be expected to also cover for their colleagues in case of post-operative problems.The post holder will be expected to be on call and taking in referrals from other departments.The main part of the job will be breast reconstruction, and it is very important that they are well versed in microvascular breast reconstruction.The key responsibilities/duties of the post holder will be the same as the other consultants within the department.Working for our organisationAt the Dudley Group our patients and staff are at the heart of all that we do and that is to provide a world class service that aligns with our vision of “excellent health care, improved health for all”. We are seeking to recruit staff who share our vision and values of making Dudley Group an incredible workplace.As part of the NHS People Promise, your wellbeing is our priority, and we are committed to ensuring our employees achieve a healthy work-life balance supported by our flexible working options and by making reasonable adjustments where possible. We believe no-one should have to sacrifice family, friends, or their personal interests for work. We are a modern employer able to attract and retain high quality staff through our commitment to the NHS People Promise.As an employer, we foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to contribute their best. We want to ensure that our workforce is representative of the population we serve. More information - inclusive practice people promise.Dudley Group offer many opportunities for our staff to develop and grow within their roles through our Learning & OD Team. These include topics such as communication, wellbeing, team development, cultural competency, and values. Please click below to view our EDI page: Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion - The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust (dgft.nhs.uk)Detailed job description and main responsibilitiesThe post holder is expected to perform 8 PAs of direct clinical activities and a 2 PAs of supporting professional activities.There may also be a requirement to undertake other similar duties as part of this post to provide a quality service. These will be consistent with the level of responsibilities outlined above.These are subject to change, as required by the needs of the service.The post holder will be required to participate in an on-call rota. This rota will be on a 1 in 6 basis and is paid at category B level, which currently attracts a supplement of 3%.The post holder will be required to participate in the on-call rota.Clinical time is allocated in sessions (blocks of time) and consultants are expected to ensure optimum utilisation of the sessions allocated to them, with both time and productivity.The post holder will be expected to manage the flow of patients through the department and achieve the standards of 12-hour waits for specialist beds and help in achieving the ED 98% target by creating the capacity to move patients from the ED.Support will be available from all other specialties in the Trust to achieve these targets. Responsibility may be subject to change, as required by the needs of the service.The post holder will be expected to;· Undertake an agreed outpatient template· Efficiently utilise theatre sessions· Participate in the supervision of a one stop Rapid Access Theatre list (done by a junior doctor) for Diagnostic biopsies on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.· Complete one clinic (Rapid Access/New and follow up), dedicated to skin oncology, every week. These clinics would be conducted in parallel with dermatology clinics, facilitating cross referrals and consultations.The post holder will need to comply with the departments policy for minimising the number of dropped clinics/theatre lists.Person specificationQualifications, Registration, Knowledge and ExperiencEssential criteria- Relevant professional qualifications- Degree from a recognised University- FRCS or recognised equivalent qualification- Full GMC registration with a licence to practice- Entry on the General Medical Council (GMC) Specialist Register via one of the following: - Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) (the proposed CCT date must be within 6 months of the interview) - Certificate of Eligibility for Specialist Registration (CESR)Relevant knowledge and experience requirementEssential criteria- Clinical training and experience equivalent to that required for gaining UK CCST/CST- Ability to take full and independent responsibility for the care of patients and offer expert clinical opinion in the specialty- Ability to organise and prioritise workload effectively- Ability to advise on the smooth running of specialist services- Ability to prioritise workloads both clinical and non-clinical when subjected to conflicting pressuresDesirable criteria- Experience of teaching special clinical skills- Training/experience in microvascular reconstructionUp-to-date knowledge of clinical issues related to specialityEssential criteria- Ability to apply research outcomes to clinical problems- Awareness of current developments and initiativesUsing AI for jobs applications:Whilst we encourage the use of technology to help manage time and support innovation. However, it is your responsibility to ensure your application is personalised and clearly reflects your own skills and experiences. While AI can assist with drafting, it should only be used as a support tool. The content must be your own work and accurately represent your knowledge, abilities, and values. Over-reliance on AI-generated content may result in your application being rejected. A common issue arises when we receive multiple applications with identical or overly generic language.The use of AI during assessments, including interviews, is not permitted unless it has been pre-approved as part of a reasonable adjustment. For digital interviews, you may be asked to provide a 360-degree view of your surroundings on camera and confirm that no additional devices are present. If we suspect AI is being used during an interview, we may pause the process to clarify or adjust our approach to questioning.Caring for patients demands integrity, honesty, and accountability. We expect your application and participation to be authentic and a genuine reflection of your own experiences and values.UK Home Office Visa Sponsorship RequirementsIn line with UK Home Office rules, Band 2 clinical and non‑clinical roles, and Band 3 non‑clinical roles, are not eligible for visa sponsorship.Please note that most non‑clinical roles at Agenda for Change Bands 3–6 will not meet the minimum skill or salary requirements set by UK Visas and Immigration for sponsorship, except for those listed here: Skilled Worker visa: immigration salary list - GOV.UK.Non‑clinical roles at Agenda for Change Bands 7–9 that meet the required skill level (RQF 6) and salary threshold are eligible for sponsorship.The Trust will also accept applications from candidates who can evidence their existing right to work in the UK or who hold an alternative eligible visa.RECRUITMENT EQUALITY STATEMENTWe are committed to equal opportunities and want to ensure our workforce is representative of the population we serve. We welcome applications from all sections of the community and diverse groups. It is essential we understand our demographics, in order that we can monitor our performance as an equal opportunity employer, as well as continuing to embed a culture of inclusivity across the organisation, which supports the active participation and contribution of our diverse staff groups in the Trusts decision making processes . On application the shortlisting manager will not see this criterion and therefore it cannot be part of their decision making. Please ensure you complete your equal opportunities questions for us and help us to make sure everyone is welcome.The Trust is committed to employing and supporting people with disabilities. It is the Trust’s policy to interview all candidates with a disability who meet the minimum ‘essential’ criteria as identified on the person specification. To ensure we know you have a disability, please inform us under the appropriate section on the application form. We welcome applications from the LGBTQ+ community and openly encourage people with different sexual orientation, gender identity and expression to apply to join our team. We promise to respect and encourage the use of all pronouns and will not purposefully mis-gender anyone.We are governed by the public sector equality duties and by our values of Care, Respect and Responsibility to ensure we eliminate discrimination, harassment, victimisation and any other behaviour that is unlawful, undermines our core values and/or falls short of our Behaviour Framework. We want all of our staff to ‘call out’ any behaviour from colleagues, patients or visitors that constitutes the above and appropriate action be taken.We will, at every opportunity, advance equality and inclusivity for all staff, at all levels within the organisation, by removing or minimising disadvantage, encouraging participation and taking all relevant steps to meet the needs of anyone who shares a protected characteristic. We will also foster good relations between persons who share a protected characteristic by tackling prejudice and promoting understanding at every opportunity.We have staff Networks in place to help support staff experience of diverse staff groups and inform us on the actions, interventions and support what we need to put in place to improve the working lives and daily experiences of all colleagues and all teams. Anyone can join the networks and we take pride in having Allies as part of every network within the organisation.By submitting an application for a position with this organisation, you are declaring that the information given is true and complete, any deliberate omission, falsification or misrepresentation will be grounds for rejecting the application or subsequent dismissal, and where applicable, for positions that requires registration with a professional body, you authorise us to make the required employer checks on your professional registration status.Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date. Please note, preference will be given to at risk employees.Applicants MUST ensure that they provide details of their referees and their referee email addresses on their application form otherwise their application may not be considered.By applying for this post you are agreeing to the Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust transferring the information contained in your application to its preferred applicant management system. All subsequent information regarding your application will be generated from apps.trac.jobs. If you are offered a job, information will also be transferred into the NHS Electronic Staff Record system.