Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
Senior Locally Employed Doctor in Paediatric Spinal Surgery
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Paediatric Spinal Surgery Department
The paediatric Spinal Surgery Department provides a secondary service, together with a busy tertiary service which forms a large proportion of our workload. We have specialist services for neuromuscular scoliosis, neurofibromatosis, and metabolic disorders, some of which are internationally recognised. We are the only paediatric spinal surgery provider for Greater Manchester and we provide neuromuscular and metabolic services to a much larger area.
Tertiary Paediatric Spinal Services
Tertiary paediatric spinal services include those for children with neuro-muscular, syndromic, congenital, and idiopathic scoliosis along with all routine spinal conditions in children.
Multidisciplinary Team
The paediatric spinal surgeons comprise part of a multidisciplinary team which also includes Nurse Specialists, Physiotherapists, and Occupational Therapists.
Role Requirements
Due to the short-term nature of the role, the successful candidate must hold a current registration with the GMC at the time of application, whether it be an active licence, ceased licence, or a pending application - MFT cannot support GMC Sponsorship for vacancies less than 12 months fixed term. Candidates who do not fit this criteria will not progress through to the shortlisting stage.
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Please note: MFT is not a right to work sponsoring organisation for Tier 5. Should a candidate require Tier 5 sponsorship, they must apply through the Academy of Royal College via the MTI Scheme.
Main Purpose of the Role
The main purpose of this role would be to provide a clinical service in Spinal surgery including elective clinics, elective lists, and ward supervision.
The role will also support the Paediatric Orthopaedic junior doctor on call rota every one in three Fridays.
Candidate Requirements
- Qualified FRCS
- At least four years’ full-time postgraduate training (or its equivalent gained on a part-time or flexible basis) at least two of which will be in a specialty training programme in orthopaedic surgery or as a fixed term specialty trainee in orthopaedic surgery or shall have the equivalent experience and competencies.
- In addition, at least two year’s experience should have been gained in a post involving paediatric cases.
About Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT)
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-specialty 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.
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- Over 30,000 employees
- Turnover exceeding £3 billion
- 10 hospital and community services
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.
Contact Information
For further details / informal visits contact:
- Name: Matthew Lea
- Job title: Paediatric Consultant in Spinal Surgery
- Email address: Matthew.Lea@mft.nhs.uk
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