Job summary
The appointment is to commence in February 2024 for a fixed term period of 1 year. The post would involve a 6-month placement within the Emergency Department and a 6-month placement at Weston Park Hospital managing acute oncology patients. The post does not award a National Training Number, as this post is not recognised as a 'training post'. Full registration with the GMC with a licence to practise is required, and if the appointee does not hold right of residence in the UK sponsorship will be required. The duties of this post are equivalent to an F2/ST1/ST2.
Main duties of the job
The duties of this post are equivalent to an F2/ST1/ST2 and will be split between Oncology and Emeregncy Medicine. The successful candidate will take part in the Junior Doctor rota with 80% of their time being for clinical duties. 20% of the successful applicant's time will be spent on non-clinical work.
The appointed clinical fellow will be expected to assess and manage all categories of patients presenting to both specialities , under the supervision of the consultant team.
About us
Located on rolling hills and dissected by river valleys, Sheffield is one of the greenest and most wooded cities in Europe. More than a third of the city lies inside the beautiful Peak District National Park, and it is virtually surrounded by open countryside - over half the city's population live within 15 minutes of open countryside. It is also the greenest city in England, with 175 woodlands and 75 public parks. Sheffield offers a unique proposition of city culture alongside access to some of the most stunning countryside in the UK.This environment, together with the unparalleled strength of the city's climbing, running, walking and biking communities, sets Sheffield apart from anywhere else in the UK. There is also a wide range of affordable housing and excellent schools on offer.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the supporting job description and person specification which will outline the duties of the role
Applications from those unable, for personal reasons, to work on a whole time basis or a job share basis will be considered.
The successful candidate must be registered with the GMC with a valid licence to practice. For further information please visit the GMC website and click on the Registration and Licensing link.
Non-UK/EEA applicants should ensure they are aware of the recent changes to the Immigration rules. For further information on how this may affect your application visit the UK Government website.
Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust promotes Equality of opportunity and Diversity within the workplace.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the supporting job description and person specification which will outline the duties of the role
Applications from those unable, for personal reasons, to work on a whole time basis or a job share basis will be considered.
The successful candidate must be registered with the GMC with a valid licence to practice. For further information please visit the GMC website and click on the Registration and Licensing link.
Non-UK/EEA applicants should ensure they are aware of the recent changes to the Immigration rules. For further information on how this may affect your application visit the UK Government website.
Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust promotes Equality of opportunity and Diversity within the workplace.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered with the GMC with a licence to practise
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
- ALS certificate
Desirable
- Instructor candidate status for ALS
- ATLS, other life support courses
Clinical experience
Essential
- 2 years' experience on an UK Foundation Programme or higher (or equivalent)
- 1 year experience of working in the NHS as a doctor
- Minimum of four months full time equivalent experience in UK Emergency Medicine in a Foundation post or equivalent
Desirable
- Experience working in a UK Major Trauma Centre or Teaching Hospital Trust in a Foundation post or equivalent
- Demonstrates a keen interest in acute oncology. At least 4 months clinical experience in the field of oncology.
Teaching and Training
Essential
- Experience of teaching medical students and junior doctors
- Awareness of ethical issues
- Demonstrates understanding of the basic principles of audit, clinical risk management, evidence based practice, patient safety and clinical quality improvement initiatives
Desirable
- Evidence of relevant academic and research achievements, and involvement in a formal research project
- Evidence of relevant academic publications/presentations
- Demonstrates an interest in and commitment to Emergency Medicine beyond the mandatory curriculum
CPD
Essential
- Evidence of participation in CME/CPD in the last 12 months
Desirable
- Maintenance of a CPD diary or portfolio
Clinical governance and audit
Desirable
- Evidence of a portfolio of audit/quality improvement projects, including where the audit loop has been closed and there is evidence of learning of the principles of change management
- Evidence of understanding the practical workings of clinical governance e.g. handling a complaint, incident reporting
Personal attributes
Essential
- Demonstrates behaviour consistent with PROUD values
- The applicant must demonstrate skills in listening, reading, writing and speaking the English language that enables effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues as set out in the GMC' good medical practice (2013).
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered with the GMC with a licence to practise
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
- ALS certificate
Desirable
- Instructor candidate status for ALS
- ATLS, other life support courses
Clinical experience
Essential
- 2 years' experience on an UK Foundation Programme or higher (or equivalent)
- 1 year experience of working in the NHS as a doctor
- Minimum of four months full time equivalent experience in UK Emergency Medicine in a Foundation post or equivalent
Desirable
- Experience working in a UK Major Trauma Centre or Teaching Hospital Trust in a Foundation post or equivalent
- Demonstrates a keen interest in acute oncology. At least 4 months clinical experience in the field of oncology.
Teaching and Training
Essential
- Experience of teaching medical students and junior doctors
- Awareness of ethical issues
- Demonstrates understanding of the basic principles of audit, clinical risk management, evidence based practice, patient safety and clinical quality improvement initiatives
Desirable
- Evidence of relevant academic and research achievements, and involvement in a formal research project
- Evidence of relevant academic publications/presentations
- Demonstrates an interest in and commitment to Emergency Medicine beyond the mandatory curriculum
CPD
Essential
- Evidence of participation in CME/CPD in the last 12 months
Desirable
- Maintenance of a CPD diary or portfolio
Clinical governance and audit
Desirable
- Evidence of a portfolio of audit/quality improvement projects, including where the audit loop has been closed and there is evidence of learning of the principles of change management
- Evidence of understanding the practical workings of clinical governance e.g. handling a complaint, incident reporting
Personal attributes
Essential
- Demonstrates behaviour consistent with PROUD values
- The applicant must demonstrate skills in listening, reading, writing and speaking the English language that enables effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues as set out in the GMC' good medical practice (2013).
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).
