Job summary
This post would suit individuals who aim to pursue a career in Surgery with a specialist interest in Medical Education, both at undergraduate and postgraduate level. The successful candidate will be involved in coordinating and delivering the Trust's undergraduate clinical teaching programme (five sessions per week per annual average) and will undertake five sessions of clinical duties and professional development.
Main duties of the job
The main educational duties will be delivering structured clinical teaching sessions, including bedside teaching, seminars, and teaching clinics, as well as running formative exams including OSCE and single best answer (SBA) for Year 3 Medical Students and some teaching and OSCE's for Year 5 Medical Students. This will include three Saturdays per year for student assessments with time off in lieu.
The main clinical duties will be to support the busy departments within the Division of Surgery. Specialist clinics and skills training can be arranged according to career interest.
There are no on-call commitments to the post. Locum opportunities are commonly available, but can only be taken up as long as they do not impact on the educational service delivery.
Supervision of the posts will be divided between the Director of Clinical Studies and the Clinical Supervisor.
About us
We are dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusivity within our workforce and warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, with a particular emphasis on encouraging those from disabled, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities, as well as candidates from our local area.
As part of our commitment to supporting our employees we offer a range of benefits including:
- Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 27 days and increasing to 29 days after five years of service and 33 days after 10 years of service, in addition to the national Bank Holidays (pro-rata for part time staff);
- Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme:
- Flexible working opportunities;
- Enhanced hourly rates for unsociable hours e.g. night shifts, weekends, bank holidays;
- Opportunities for career development and training to help you progress in your role;
- Wellbeing support and activities to promote a healthy work environment;
- Access to our in-house physiotherapy service;
- On-site canteens offering subsidised meals;
- Subsidised staff parking (currently free);
- Free Stagecoach Bus Travel to and from work within Cambridgeshire and Peterborough
We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees feel valued and empowered to excel in their roles. Join us and become part of a team dedicated to making a positive difference in our community.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Applications are invited from registered Medical Practitioners for the above post based within the Department of Medical & Dental Education, as well as the Division of Emergency & Medicine.
The Trust provides undergraduate medical and surgical clinical teaching to medical students from the University Of Leicester School Of Medicine and the University Of Cambridge School Of Clinical Medicine from year 3 ward based apprenticeships to year 5 clinical assistantships, and including year 4 specialty blocks.
Teaching is provided in a variety of clinical settings and the post holders will be expected to spend approximately five sessions per week teaching undergraduate medical students from Leicester Medical School. The post holder will be expected to participate in student induction sessions and assessment sessions. It is expected that annual leave will be taken when students are not on placement to the Trust. If leave is taken during a student placement block a prospective cover will have to be agreed by the Medical Education Department.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Applications are invited from registered Medical Practitioners for the above post based within the Department of Medical & Dental Education, as well as the Division of Emergency & Medicine.
The Trust provides undergraduate medical and surgical clinical teaching to medical students from the University Of Leicester School Of Medicine and the University Of Cambridge School Of Clinical Medicine from year 3 ward based apprenticeships to year 5 clinical assistantships, and including year 4 specialty blocks.
Teaching is provided in a variety of clinical settings and the post holders will be expected to spend approximately five sessions per week teaching undergraduate medical students from Leicester Medical School. The post holder will be expected to participate in student induction sessions and assessment sessions. It is expected that annual leave will be taken when students are not on placement to the Trust. If leave is taken during a student placement block a prospective cover will have to be agreed by the Medical Education Department.
Person Specification
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ATITUDE
Essential
- oAbility to prioritise workload & use initiative
- oAbility to know own limitations & when to seek advice
- oGood communication skills
- oMeet the requirements of the GMC's Good Medical Practice
- oILS or equivalent
Desirable
- oKnowledge of IT
- oEvidence of research developments
- oALS or ATLS certificate
QUALIFICATIONS AND TRAINING
Essential
- oGMC registration and Licence to Practice
- oIndication of career path
Desirable
- oMRCS Part 1
- oMedical Education qualification
EXPERIENCE
Essential
- oExperience in formal and informal teaching
- oFoundation Year 2 or equivalent competency
- o12 months' experience of working in the NHS
Desirable
- oEvidence of formal teaching experience
DISPOSITION
Essential
- oAbility to work effectively in multidisciplinary team
- oCommitment to current post
- oFlexibility in the work environment
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Essential
- oCommitment to continuing educational and personal development
- oValid permit / status to remain / work in the UK
- oEvidence of continuing education and personal development
- oAbility to travel to Medical School meetings
Person Specification
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ATITUDE
Essential
- oAbility to prioritise workload & use initiative
- oAbility to know own limitations & when to seek advice
- oGood communication skills
- oMeet the requirements of the GMC's Good Medical Practice
- oILS or equivalent
Desirable
- oKnowledge of IT
- oEvidence of research developments
- oALS or ATLS certificate
QUALIFICATIONS AND TRAINING
Essential
- oGMC registration and Licence to Practice
- oIndication of career path
Desirable
- oMRCS Part 1
- oMedical Education qualification
EXPERIENCE
Essential
- oExperience in formal and informal teaching
- oFoundation Year 2 or equivalent competency
- o12 months' experience of working in the NHS
Desirable
- oEvidence of formal teaching experience
DISPOSITION
Essential
- oAbility to work effectively in multidisciplinary team
- oCommitment to current post
- oFlexibility in the work environment
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Essential
- oCommitment to continuing educational and personal development
- oValid permit / status to remain / work in the UK
- oEvidence of continuing education and personal development
- oAbility to travel to Medical School meetings
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).
