Job summary
As one of the largest NHS Trusts in the country, Portsmouth Hospitals provide acute and Specialist services for more than 650,000 people throughout Portsmouth and South East Hampshire. We continue to build a reputation for innovation and excellence, consistently delivering outstanding performance, whilst developing the skills and abilities of our staff.
We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and highly motivated doctor, who is committed to excellence in Clinical breast work to join our dynamic team. This post will be for a fixed term period of 12 months in the first instance, to help carry out surgical procedures and breast clinics at Queen Alexandra Hospital. There are additional opportunities for the successful candidate to be involved with the surgical management of thyroid disease and skin cancer, if desired.
The breast unit carries out screening and symptomatic assessments, treating about 700 cancers annually and is an ABS/BAPRAS accredited National Oncoplastic and Reconstructive Training Centre.
Participation in the on call rota is not required.
Portsmouth provides access to beautiful countryside and excellent seaside and sailing facilities. It offers the benefits of urban, rural and coastal life with easy access to France and the continent.
For an informal discussion or to arrange a visit, please contact Mr. Avi Agrawal, Clinical Lead for Breast & Endocrine Surgery and Surgical Oncology via the unit secretary on 02392 286000 ext. 4065.
Main duties of the job
This replacement post exists to help provide clinical care for patients as well as providing opportunities to be involved with research and quality improvement projects within the department. The duties will consist of out-patient clinics, theatre work and contribution in the MDT meeting. Opportunities to get involved in research, audit and innovation projects will be provided with close consultant supervision. There is no on call required. Experience in breast clinical work is desirable but additional on-going training will be provided if required. Education and training within the department is strongly encouraged.
About us
Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust Breast Unit is one of the largest in the UK, treating approximately 700 women newly diagnosed with breast cancer each year and is a recognised Breast Screening Centre and accredited National Oncoplastic and Reconstructive Training Centre. The majority of cancers are diagnosed following symptomatic referral via their GP. The unit receives over 7000 new referrals yearly.
The Trust has a reputation for award-winning research and development and last year, was awarded university hospital status. Over the past year, PHU teams have recruited 8,713 participants into clinical trials and this effort led to PHU being ranked the top recruiting Trust from 42 other large acute trusts, with over 170 open studies. The breast department participates in national trials and has strong academic links, with multiple active research and innovation project opportunities and support from the Portsmouth Technology Trials Unit, The SIGHT Programme and the Research Group in Breast Health - University of Portsmouth.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Consultants are supported by the following Junior Staff - national TIG oncoplastic fellow, two Specialist Registrars, two Clinical Fellows, and two Foundation/Core Trainees.
The Multi-Disciplinary Breast Team consists of all the above staff plus Consultants in Radiology, Pathology, Medical Oncology, Clinical Oncology, Nuclear Medicine and Plastic Surgery. The Unit also has seven Breast Care Nurses, Metastatic Breast Care Nurse, MDT Coordinator, Research Trials Coordinator, Data Collection Officer, Radiographers specialising in mammography, Lymphoedema Nurses and Counsellors. There are currently six diagnostic breast clinics every week. Ultrasound guided core biopsies, as well as stereotactic mammography equipment is all available and digital specimen x-ray facility is available in the breast centre. Breast MRI is also available on site. The Portsmouth Breast Unit is one of the leading Centres in the Country on oncoplastic training and techniques. It is well supported by a team of plastic surgeons. It is one of 15 nationally accredited Oncoplastic Training Centres in the UK.
The unit also includes a specialist surgical oncology service which covers melanoma, soft tissue, sarcoma and other skin cancers. Surgery includes sentinel node biopsies, wide local excision, grafts and local/free flaps. It works in close collaboration with the Dermatology and Plastic surgery departments. Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust hosts the specialist skin MDT with teleconferencing with other NHS Trusts in the clinical network.
This replacement post exists to help provide clinical care for patients as well as providing opportunities to be involved with research and quality improvement projects within the department. The duties will consist of out-patient clinics, theatre work and contribution in MDT meetings. Opportunities to get involved in research, audit and innovation projects will be provided with close consultant supervision. There is no on-call required. Experience in breast clinical work is desirable but additional on-going training will be provided if required. Education and training within the department is strongly encouraged.
Job holders are required to always act in such a way that the health and well being of children and vulnerable adults is safeguarded. Familiarisation with and adherence to the Safeguarding Policies of the Trust is an essential requirement for all employees. In addition, all staff are expected to complete essential/mandatory training in this area.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Consultants are supported by the following Junior Staff - national TIG oncoplastic fellow, two Specialist Registrars, two Clinical Fellows, and two Foundation/Core Trainees.
The Multi-Disciplinary Breast Team consists of all the above staff plus Consultants in Radiology, Pathology, Medical Oncology, Clinical Oncology, Nuclear Medicine and Plastic Surgery. The Unit also has seven Breast Care Nurses, Metastatic Breast Care Nurse, MDT Coordinator, Research Trials Coordinator, Data Collection Officer, Radiographers specialising in mammography, Lymphoedema Nurses and Counsellors. There are currently six diagnostic breast clinics every week. Ultrasound guided core biopsies, as well as stereotactic mammography equipment is all available and digital specimen x-ray facility is available in the breast centre. Breast MRI is also available on site. The Portsmouth Breast Unit is one of the leading Centres in the Country on oncoplastic training and techniques. It is well supported by a team of plastic surgeons. It is one of 15 nationally accredited Oncoplastic Training Centres in the UK.
The unit also includes a specialist surgical oncology service which covers melanoma, soft tissue, sarcoma and other skin cancers. Surgery includes sentinel node biopsies, wide local excision, grafts and local/free flaps. It works in close collaboration with the Dermatology and Plastic surgery departments. Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust hosts the specialist skin MDT with teleconferencing with other NHS Trusts in the clinical network.
This replacement post exists to help provide clinical care for patients as well as providing opportunities to be involved with research and quality improvement projects within the department. The duties will consist of out-patient clinics, theatre work and contribution in MDT meetings. Opportunities to get involved in research, audit and innovation projects will be provided with close consultant supervision. There is no on-call required. Experience in breast clinical work is desirable but additional on-going training will be provided if required. Education and training within the department is strongly encouraged.
Job holders are required to always act in such a way that the health and well being of children and vulnerable adults is safeguarded. Familiarisation with and adherence to the Safeguarding Policies of the Trust is an essential requirement for all employees. In addition, all staff are expected to complete essential/mandatory training in this area.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC registration with a license to practice
- MBBS or equivalent
- MRCS or equivalent
- PLAB (if applicable)
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Higher professional training in General Surgery at ST3+ level
- Experience of working within the NHS
Desirable
- Higher professional training in Breast Surgery
Clinical Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to take clear and concise case histories and good clinical examination
- Ability to carry out appropriate surgical procedures
- Understanding of clinical risk management
- Able to demonstrate appropriate level of clinical knowledge
- Willing to seek timely assistance from senior colleagues when appropriate
- Knowledge and use of evidence based practice
- IT skills
- Effective, confident presentation ability
- Experience in and outside speciality
Research & Audit
Essential
- Evidence of experience of participation in research & audit is desirable
- Willing to undertake projects leading to presentations and publications
Other
Essential
- Ability to function successfully under pressure
- Able to adopt the objectives or an existing team
- Good oral and written communication skills
- Prizes and honours
- Logical thinking, problem solving and decision making
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC registration with a license to practice
- MBBS or equivalent
- MRCS or equivalent
- PLAB (if applicable)
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Higher professional training in General Surgery at ST3+ level
- Experience of working within the NHS
Desirable
- Higher professional training in Breast Surgery
Clinical Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to take clear and concise case histories and good clinical examination
- Ability to carry out appropriate surgical procedures
- Understanding of clinical risk management
- Able to demonstrate appropriate level of clinical knowledge
- Willing to seek timely assistance from senior colleagues when appropriate
- Knowledge and use of evidence based practice
- IT skills
- Effective, confident presentation ability
- Experience in and outside speciality
Research & Audit
Essential
- Evidence of experience of participation in research & audit is desirable
- Willing to undertake projects leading to presentations and publications
Other
Essential
- Ability to function successfully under pressure
- Able to adopt the objectives or an existing team
- Good oral and written communication skills
- Prizes and honours
- Logical thinking, problem solving and decision making
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.
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 (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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.
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 (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
