Job summary
Job summary
GUY'S AND ST. THOMAS' HOSPITAL NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Simulation and Interactive Learning
Clinical Fellow in Surgical Simulation
Full Time - 40 hours per week
Fixed Term - 12 months
Applications are invited for the post of Surgical Simulation Fellow. This exciting role offers an opportunity for Post Foundation and Surgical Residents to develop their experience and skills as medical educators, develop and deliver surgical training courses and undertake supervised educational research. The successful applicant will be supported by a team experienced in simulation training and supervised by the Surgical Simulation Lead. There is the option for the post holder to have a clinical commitment, but it will be important to keep this to a minimum to ensure that time in simulation is not diluted.
Main duties of the job
Main duties of the job
The Fellowship consists of an Out of Programme Experience for a period of 12 months attached to the Simulation and Interactive Learning (SaIL) Centre within Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust.
This post will be supported by an educational supervisor with funding provided towards a relevant course. There is an expectation the post holder will participate in studies with a view to publications in a peer reviewed publication and a poster or oral presentation at regional, national or international meetings. Support and training will also be given to help the post-holder develop key management skills which are important for a future Consultant role.
St Thomas' has a central London location with stunning views across the Thames to the Houses of Parliament, is next to the London Eye and the arts complex of the South Bank. There is easy access to major transport links.
The Trust has a number of centrally located subsidised accommodation options.
The post holder may participate in a trainee rota dependent on their specialty and provided this does not interfere with their role as simulation fellow.
Applicants must hold full registration with the GMC
About us
Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust comprises five of the UK's best known hospitals - Guy's, St Thomas', Evelina London Children's Hospital, Royal Brompton and Harefield - as well as community services in Lambeth and Southwark, all with a long history of high quality care, clinical excellence, research and innovation.
We are among the UK's busiest, most successful foundation trusts. We provide specialist care for patients including heart and lung, cancer and renal services as well as a full range of local hospital and community services for people in Lambeth and Southwark. We have a long tradition of clinical and scientific achievement and - as part of King's Health Partners - we are one of England's eight academic health sciences centres, bringing together world-class clinical services, teaching and research.
We have around 22,700 staff, making us one of the largest NHS Trusts in the country and one of the biggest employers locally. We aim to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and continue to develop new and existing partnerships with local people, patients, neighbouring NHS organisations, local authorities and charitable bodies and GPs.
We strive to recruit and retain the best staff as the dedication and skills of our employees lie at the heart of our organisation and ensure that our services are of the highest quality, safe and focused on our patients.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This Fellowship post is designed to support a surgicalFY3-ST8 who wishes to make a commitment to education as part of their career. This is a twelve month out of programme post aimed at those who wish to build on their personal teaching experience, develop expertise in educational theory and practice, develop and deliver surgical training courses and undertake supervised educational research.
Due to increasing pressure on surgical training from the introduction of the European Working Time Directive and the resulting shortened training times, increasing resident numbers and the impact of emergency/on-call commitments on training within the limitations of the EWTD, there is a need to consider alternative methods of training. Simulation in surgical training allows a safe environment to practice procedures and develop experience.
There is a demand for high quality surgical simulation courses to augment the standard surgical training currently offered. To date we have through SaIL, introduced several technical and non-technical skills-based courses. The role of the Surgical Simulation Fellow will be to extend the current service, develop and deliver a variety of new training courses. Some of this training will be for in-house trainees at no cost to them while other courses will be required to generate revenue to support the service and contribute to its long-term viability.
The role of the Surgical Simulation Fellow will be to extend the current service, develop and deliver a variety of new training courses.
This role involves contributing to the development and delivery of surgical education, with a focus on both traditional and technology-enhanced learning methods. The candidate will help film and edit operative videos to upload onto an e-learning platform and embed them into E-modules, ensuring high-quality instructional content for trainees. They will support courses on surgical skills, alongside surgical drop-in sessions, providing hands-on training opportunities.
The role includes general surgical clinical opportunities, offering exposure to various surgical procedures and techniques. the option for the post holder to have a clinical commitment for a maximum of 20% of their contracted time. It is important to keep these clinical commitments to a minimum to ensure that time in simulation is not diluted.
The candidate can also be actively involved in research or audit projects, contributing to evidence-based improvements in surgical education and practice. Additionally, they will attend conferences to stay updated on the latest advancements in surgical training and clinical practice.
The candidate will assist others in building their courses and facilitate surgical course ideas, including logistics and content development. This role has a strong simulation focus, requiring the individual to test and explore simulation innovations and technologies and integrate them into GSTT Simulation if appropriate. They will also participate in the local development of simulation innovation and technology, as well as creating simulation-based training models.
Although an enthusiasm for teaching is a prerequisite, no assumptions will be made about formal knowledge of educational theory or practice. Hands-on teaching will be central to the post, as will a critical engagement with educational issues around providing postgraduate training in a changing context, both nationally and locally.
This post is designed to allow for a surgical FY3 - ST8:
- Develop/ expand their skills in Human Patient simulation (HPS) and Medical Education
- Gain a qualification in Medical Education
- Publish research on their chosen area of interest in HPS/Medical Education
The post holder will have an opportunity to commence a Medical Educational qualification via the Kings Learning Institute, Kings College London (KCL), to the level of Certificate in Medical Education/Clinical Pedagogy as part of their on-going studies towards a MA/MSc.Funding towards this is available with this fellowship programme, subject to agreement. There is an established research programme with KCL and the Simulation and Interactive Learning (SaIL) Centre and opportunities to contribute to this are available.
The post holder will be expected to help deliver Simulation training across GSTT.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This Fellowship post is designed to support a surgicalFY3-ST8 who wishes to make a commitment to education as part of their career. This is a twelve month out of programme post aimed at those who wish to build on their personal teaching experience, develop expertise in educational theory and practice, develop and deliver surgical training courses and undertake supervised educational research.
Due to increasing pressure on surgical training from the introduction of the European Working Time Directive and the resulting shortened training times, increasing resident numbers and the impact of emergency/on-call commitments on training within the limitations of the EWTD, there is a need to consider alternative methods of training. Simulation in surgical training allows a safe environment to practice procedures and develop experience.
There is a demand for high quality surgical simulation courses to augment the standard surgical training currently offered. To date we have through SaIL, introduced several technical and non-technical skills-based courses. The role of the Surgical Simulation Fellow will be to extend the current service, develop and deliver a variety of new training courses. Some of this training will be for in-house trainees at no cost to them while other courses will be required to generate revenue to support the service and contribute to its long-term viability.
The role of the Surgical Simulation Fellow will be to extend the current service, develop and deliver a variety of new training courses.
This role involves contributing to the development and delivery of surgical education, with a focus on both traditional and technology-enhanced learning methods. The candidate will help film and edit operative videos to upload onto an e-learning platform and embed them into E-modules, ensuring high-quality instructional content for trainees. They will support courses on surgical skills, alongside surgical drop-in sessions, providing hands-on training opportunities.
The role includes general surgical clinical opportunities, offering exposure to various surgical procedures and techniques. the option for the post holder to have a clinical commitment for a maximum of 20% of their contracted time. It is important to keep these clinical commitments to a minimum to ensure that time in simulation is not diluted.
The candidate can also be actively involved in research or audit projects, contributing to evidence-based improvements in surgical education and practice. Additionally, they will attend conferences to stay updated on the latest advancements in surgical training and clinical practice.
The candidate will assist others in building their courses and facilitate surgical course ideas, including logistics and content development. This role has a strong simulation focus, requiring the individual to test and explore simulation innovations and technologies and integrate them into GSTT Simulation if appropriate. They will also participate in the local development of simulation innovation and technology, as well as creating simulation-based training models.
Although an enthusiasm for teaching is a prerequisite, no assumptions will be made about formal knowledge of educational theory or practice. Hands-on teaching will be central to the post, as will a critical engagement with educational issues around providing postgraduate training in a changing context, both nationally and locally.
This post is designed to allow for a surgical FY3 - ST8:
- Develop/ expand their skills in Human Patient simulation (HPS) and Medical Education
- Gain a qualification in Medical Education
- Publish research on their chosen area of interest in HPS/Medical Education
The post holder will have an opportunity to commence a Medical Educational qualification via the Kings Learning Institute, Kings College London (KCL), to the level of Certificate in Medical Education/Clinical Pedagogy as part of their on-going studies towards a MA/MSc.Funding towards this is available with this fellowship programme, subject to agreement. There is an established research programme with KCL and the Simulation and Interactive Learning (SaIL) Centre and opportunities to contribute to this are available.
The post holder will be expected to help deliver Simulation training across GSTT.
Person Specification
Clinical Ability
Essential
- Demonstration of progression through training by satisfactory completion of the Annual Review of Competence Progression (ARCP)
Desirable
- Prizes or distinctions.
- Presentation of work at a national or international meeting.
- Publications in peer reviewed journals.
- Additional degree or MSc in relevant subject area.
Educational Capability
Essential
- Understands and can apply a range of educational concepts.
- Able to demonstrate personal and educational reasons for applying for this Fellowship programme.
- Shows a commitment to continuing professional development.
- Previous experience in medical education.
- Demonstrates knowledge of career pathways in medical education
Desirable
- Demonstrates knowledge of career pathways in medical education.
- Good general knowledge / broad interest in academic medicine.
- Research experience.
- Experience in integrating emerging technologies into medical education.
- Experience in developing and delivering simulation-based training.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Good communication skills.
- Able to work well in a team.
- Sense of commitment and reliability.
- Approachable and friendly.
- Tolerant and empathetic.
- Good ICT skills including strong experience of word processing, spread sheet and presentation software.
Desirable
- Evidence of educational leadership potential.
- Good organisational and problem-solving skills.
- Experience of advanced ICT skills including video editing, web design and social media.
- Knowledge of and ability to utilise emerging technologies for surgical education
Person Specification
Clinical Ability
Essential
- Demonstration of progression through training by satisfactory completion of the Annual Review of Competence Progression (ARCP)
Desirable
- Prizes or distinctions.
- Presentation of work at a national or international meeting.
- Publications in peer reviewed journals.
- Additional degree or MSc in relevant subject area.
Educational Capability
Essential
- Understands and can apply a range of educational concepts.
- Able to demonstrate personal and educational reasons for applying for this Fellowship programme.
- Shows a commitment to continuing professional development.
- Previous experience in medical education.
- Demonstrates knowledge of career pathways in medical education
Desirable
- Demonstrates knowledge of career pathways in medical education.
- Good general knowledge / broad interest in academic medicine.
- Research experience.
- Experience in integrating emerging technologies into medical education.
- Experience in developing and delivering simulation-based training.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Good communication skills.
- Able to work well in a team.
- Sense of commitment and reliability.
- Approachable and friendly.
- Tolerant and empathetic.
- Good ICT skills including strong experience of word processing, spread sheet and presentation software.
Desirable
- Evidence of educational leadership potential.
- Good organisational and problem-solving skills.
- Experience of advanced ICT skills including video editing, web design and social media.
- Knowledge of and ability to utilise emerging technologies for surgical education
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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
