Job summary
We have an opportunity for two further clinical fellow posts in urology. The level of training available can be tailored from pre-registrar/ST3 to senior trainee/post CCT level. Appointments are for a 1 year fixed term period in the first instance with the possibility of a further 12 month extension.
At the more junior level, we can offer a wide variety of core/general urology and opportunities to learn/ gain confidence in diagnostic procedures such as transperineal prostate biopsies (including local anaesthetic and GA formal fusion biopsies), flexible cystoscopy including laser treatment of bladder tumours, and urodynamics, whilst gaining good exposure to a wide variety of emergency urology. In addition, time will be spent in theatre developing expertise in core urology procedures (including cystoscopy, TURBT, TURP and ureteroscopy) and if desired, bedside assisting for gaining early exposure to robotic surgery early in your career.
A more senior candidate would benefit from more complex operating; including laparoscopic nephrectomy and pyeloplasty, LDR Prostate brachytherapy, robotic prostatectomy, robotic cystectomy, robotic partial nephrectomy, robotic nephro-ureterectomy and robotic ureteric implantation as well as multidisciplinary work with gynaecology (including a tertiary endometriosis unit). We have a high volume of complex stone work including flexible ureterorenoscopy, PCNL and newly installed onsite lithotripter.
Main duties of the job
The post would suit candidates who have completed basic/core surgical training and who wish to pursue a career in urology (with a view to applying for NTN training), or more senior trainees looking for sub-specialist training. The successful candidate would take part in the 1:8/9 middle grade on call rota, which is currently a 24 hour on call system (nights being non-resident). The duties of the successful candidate would include undertaking the daily ward round with direct consultant supervision (when on call or on ward cover), supervised clinics, endoscopy and theatre sessions with consultant supervision/training. There are also opportunities for independent lists and clinics where appropriate. Participation in audit, research and education (teaching medical students and formal teaching of foundation doctors) is strongly encouraged and supported.
About us
The Trust is committed to driving excellence in care for our patients and communities and was rated good by the Care Quality Commission report published 2020 and became a University Hospital. We are ranked as the third in the country for research; embedding education and training across the organisation and we continuously strive to achieve our core values which are at the heart of everything we do. The Trusts main hub is the Queen Alexandra Hospital, starting life as a military hospital over a century ago and now one of the largest hospitals on the south coast and you may have seen us on the TV series Nurses on the Ward. The Trust provides comprehensive secondary care and specialist services to a local population of 675,000 people across South East Hampshire. The Trust employs over 8,000 staff and are #ProudtobePHU; our patients come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because its the right thing to do, but because it makes our hospital stronger. If you share our values and our enthusiasm for providing outstanding care and support for patients, colleagues and our community you will find a home at PHU. In recruiting for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring in
terms of your education, opinions, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender
identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, veterans
status, colour, religion, disability, sexual orientation and beliefs.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The current work force consists of three Wessex deanery StR's, three locally employed middle grades, and one post CCT fellow (currently an Endourology/stone fellow but will switch to be a Robotic fellow from April 2024) and 4 FY1s. The department has 13 Urology consultants with interests spanning most subspecialities of urology (core/general, endourology/stones, BPH, uro-oncology, robotics and general paediatric urology). There is a large team of oncology nurse specialists, benign nurse specialists and a stone team nurse practitioner. We run a Consultant of the Week on call system, which provides excellent support for emergency work. Queen Alexandra Hospital is designated cancer centre, tertiary regional renal centre and supported by 24 hour interventional radiology cover.
The ability to communicate and work effectively and flexibly as part of a multidisciplinary team is vital.
Key Responsibilities:
- Work with healthcare professional colleagues to provide care of Urological patients.
- Liaise between nurses, junior doctors, patients, relatives and senior medical staff.
- Attend and participate in ward rounds as timetabled.
- Take part in rostered out of normal hours emergency work.
- Maintain continued professional development.
- Attend educational and multidisciplinary sessions.
- Undertake audit.
- Teach medical students.
- Cooperate with members of the personnel department when monitoring hours of work and other personnel issues.
- Attend induction.
- Comply with all local policies including dress code, annual and study leave.
We can offer advice and information on accommodation if required.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The current work force consists of three Wessex deanery StR's, three locally employed middle grades, and one post CCT fellow (currently an Endourology/stone fellow but will switch to be a Robotic fellow from April 2024) and 4 FY1s. The department has 13 Urology consultants with interests spanning most subspecialities of urology (core/general, endourology/stones, BPH, uro-oncology, robotics and general paediatric urology). There is a large team of oncology nurse specialists, benign nurse specialists and a stone team nurse practitioner. We run a Consultant of the Week on call system, which provides excellent support for emergency work. Queen Alexandra Hospital is designated cancer centre, tertiary regional renal centre and supported by 24 hour interventional radiology cover.
The ability to communicate and work effectively and flexibly as part of a multidisciplinary team is vital.
Key Responsibilities:
- Work with healthcare professional colleagues to provide care of Urological patients.
- Liaise between nurses, junior doctors, patients, relatives and senior medical staff.
- Attend and participate in ward rounds as timetabled.
- Take part in rostered out of normal hours emergency work.
- Maintain continued professional development.
- Attend educational and multidisciplinary sessions.
- Undertake audit.
- Teach medical students.
- Cooperate with members of the personnel department when monitoring hours of work and other personnel issues.
- Attend induction.
- Comply with all local policies including dress code, annual and study leave.
We can offer advice and information on accommodation if required.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC registration with a licence to practice.
- MRCS or equivalent qualification.
- Qualifications that demonstrate proficiency in written and spoken English language.
Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Manage/prioritise time.
- Manage information effectively.
- Prioritise clinical need.
- Organise ward rounds.
- Ability to maximise safety and minimise risk.
- Monitor developing situations and anticipate issues.
- Evidence of involvement in quality improvement projects, formal research project or other activity.
- Understanding of clinical risk management.
- Able to demonstrate appropriate level of clinical knowledge required for the post.
- Knowledge and use of evidence based practice.
- IT skills.
- Leadership skills - ability to take responsibility, make decisions and exert appropriate authority.
- Good oral and written communication skills.
- Logical thinking, problem solving and decision making.
- Effective, confident presentation ability.
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of experience in urology.
- Experience in and outside speciality.
Other
Essential
- Publications.
- Prizes and honours.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC registration with a licence to practice.
- MRCS or equivalent qualification.
- Qualifications that demonstrate proficiency in written and spoken English language.
Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Manage/prioritise time.
- Manage information effectively.
- Prioritise clinical need.
- Organise ward rounds.
- Ability to maximise safety and minimise risk.
- Monitor developing situations and anticipate issues.
- Evidence of involvement in quality improvement projects, formal research project or other activity.
- Understanding of clinical risk management.
- Able to demonstrate appropriate level of clinical knowledge required for the post.
- Knowledge and use of evidence based practice.
- IT skills.
- Leadership skills - ability to take responsibility, make decisions and exert appropriate authority.
- Good oral and written communication skills.
- Logical thinking, problem solving and decision making.
- Effective, confident presentation ability.
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of experience in urology.
- Experience in and outside speciality.
Other
Essential
- Publications.
- Prizes and honours.
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
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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).
