Job summary
The Urology Department at King's provides extensive emergency, inpatient and outpatient services to the Trust, and also has a vital part to play in the successful and timely delivery of services for patients with cancer. The Urology Department has pioneered innovative and award winning surgery at King's over recent years, and seeks to continue to do so as part of the Trust's evolving strategy to be a centre of excellence for ambulatory and short stay surgical care, for which the Trust was given formal recognition by the Department of Health in 2004 as one of five designated Centres of Training and Innovation in Elective Care (CITECs). King's has pioneered laparoscopic surgery in Urology and has continued the tradition with dedicated operating theatres.
Main duties of the job
We are seeking a Clinical Fellow to work within the Urology team, King's College Hospital. You will take part in outpatient clinics and routine inpatient care as directed. You will also be responsible for helping run the Haematuria,prostate assessment and emergency follow up clinics. The emergency on call rota (non-resident) will be part of your remit. Assistance in operating theatres (both inpatient and outpatient) will be programmed into your timetable. Urological emergencies may need operative management and you will be expected to arrange urgent theatre slots and ensure that patients are adequately prepared.
On 1st of October 2013 King's enlarged the organisation following acquisition of the Princess Royal University Hospital, Orpington Hospital and associated services from South London Healthcare Trust. The Urology teams across the Denmark Hill and Princess Royal University Hospital sites are promoting close working between the teams and are continually reviewing cross-site working arrangements. This post provides an exciting opportunity to rotate across the two sites and gain valuable experience from both areas of the trust.
It is envisaged that this post is ideal for someone who wishes to gain more urological experience prior to applying for national selection into an ST role. It is envisaged that the successful applicant would work across both sites and focus on core urology but have exposure to laparoscopy and research.
About us
King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of c£1 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts a year and more than 15,000 staff based across South East London. The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. The trust-wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reachis our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we aim to take Team King's to another level.
We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people.
King's is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone's contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust's carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will take part in outpatient clinics and routine inpatient care as directed. You will also be responsible for helping run the haematuria, prostate assessment and emergency follow up clinics. The emergency on call rota (non-resident) will be part of your remit. Assistance in operating theatres (both inpatient and outpatient) will be programmed into your timetable. Urological emergencies may need operative management and you will be expected to arrange urgent theatre slots and ensure that patients are adequately prepared.
In addition to this you will be expected to attend the weekly Urology Multidisciplinary Meeting and Department Academic Meetings. The weekly Major Trauma Meeting is optional.
The post holder will be trained to perform core urological procedures. A regular undergraduate teaching session will be timetabled.
To be responsible, with management support, for their own personal development and to actively contribute to the development of colleagues.
This job description is intended as a guide to the general scope of duties and is not intended to be definitive or restrictive. It is expected that some of the duties will change over time and this description will be subject to review in consultation with the post holder.
All employees must hold an 'nhs.net' email account which will be the Trust's formal route for email communication. You are therefore required to check this regularly and to deal with such communication promptly.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will take part in outpatient clinics and routine inpatient care as directed. You will also be responsible for helping run the haematuria, prostate assessment and emergency follow up clinics. The emergency on call rota (non-resident) will be part of your remit. Assistance in operating theatres (both inpatient and outpatient) will be programmed into your timetable. Urological emergencies may need operative management and you will be expected to arrange urgent theatre slots and ensure that patients are adequately prepared.
In addition to this you will be expected to attend the weekly Urology Multidisciplinary Meeting and Department Academic Meetings. The weekly Major Trauma Meeting is optional.
The post holder will be trained to perform core urological procedures. A regular undergraduate teaching session will be timetabled.
To be responsible, with management support, for their own personal development and to actively contribute to the development of colleagues.
This job description is intended as a guide to the general scope of duties and is not intended to be definitive or restrictive. It is expected that some of the duties will change over time and this description will be subject to review in consultation with the post holder.
All employees must hold an 'nhs.net' email account which will be the Trust's formal route for email communication. You are therefore required to check this regularly and to deal with such communication promptly.
Person Specification
Qualification
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
- MRCS
- Full registration with the GMC and licence to practice
Desirable
- Evidence of excellence in training (e.g. medical school projects & prizes, post-graduate qualifications)
Skills and knowledge
Essential
- Evidence of achievement of Foundation competences from a UKFPO affiliated Foundation Programme or equivalent by time of appointment in line with GMC standards/ Good Medical Practice
- Understanding of the principles of medical audit
- Clear understanding of clinical risk management
Desirable
- Previous involvement in research project(s)
Training and Experience
Essential
- Core trainee experience or equivalent in Urology/General Surgery
- Experience of and ability to work in multi-professional teams
- Previous experience in Urological surgery
- Experience in day to day organisation of urology services in a busy hospital
- Understanding of NHS, clinical governance & resource constraints
Desirable
- Experience in day to day in a NHS organisation
Person Specification
Qualification
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
- MRCS
- Full registration with the GMC and licence to practice
Desirable
- Evidence of excellence in training (e.g. medical school projects & prizes, post-graduate qualifications)
Skills and knowledge
Essential
- Evidence of achievement of Foundation competences from a UKFPO affiliated Foundation Programme or equivalent by time of appointment in line with GMC standards/ Good Medical Practice
- Understanding of the principles of medical audit
- Clear understanding of clinical risk management
Desirable
- Previous involvement in research project(s)
Training and Experience
Essential
- Core trainee experience or equivalent in Urology/General Surgery
- Experience of and ability to work in multi-professional teams
- Previous experience in Urological surgery
- Experience in day to day organisation of urology services in a busy hospital
- Understanding of NHS, clinical governance & resource constraints
Desirable
- Experience in day to day in a NHS organisation
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).
