Job summary
We are currently looking to appoint a Clinical Fellow in breast surgery at St Bartholomew's Hospital. This post is to commence as soon as possible and will run for a period of 6 months in the first instance.
At Barts Health, we provide a comprehensive range of services to patients with breast problems, both benign and malignant. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to work closely with a vibrant and forward looking team to provide day to day care to the diverse population of North Central and East London. There are also exciting oppertunities to be involved in several 'patient experience inititives' and more formal audit and research projects.
There will be ample opportunity to further clinical and operative skills through exposure to a range of cases including complex reconstruction surgery and salvage surgery. There is a broad range of clinics for the post holder to gain exposure to from daily one stop clinics, rouine follow up and oncoplastic clinics and of particular interest will be our family history clinic which is one of the few remaining such clinics in London.
Main duties of the job
Barts health is a rewarding trust to work for with the opportunity to receive complimentary tickets for West End productions through our 'improving working lives' programme in addition to exercise classes and Yoga sessions offered on site just outside working hours. Furthermore we have an enviable location in the heart of the City of London almost adjacent to St Pauls Cathedral with excellent transport links throughout the Greater London area and many local ameanities and facilities within a short walk of the Hosiptal.
Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain's leading healthcare providers.
The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients.
About us
Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.
We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate,
Job description
Job responsibilities
- The post holder will aim to deliver high quality care with the help of the existing surgical teams.
- The post holder will participate in clinics, operating sessions and inpatient care for breast patients at Barts and will work with all the consultant staff.
- The post holder will be involved in administrative duties such as management of investigation results and organising the theatre list and associated tasks.
- The post holder will participate in case preparation and presentation at the weekly multidisciplinary team meeting (MDM)
- The post holder will observe and comply with clinical and non-clinical policies and procedures (including local and national employment and personnel policies) agreed with employees and management.
- The post holder will participate in the departments monthly audit sessions, including preparation and presentation of clinical audit projects.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- The post holder will aim to deliver high quality care with the help of the existing surgical teams.
- The post holder will participate in clinics, operating sessions and inpatient care for breast patients at Barts and will work with all the consultant staff.
- The post holder will be involved in administrative duties such as management of investigation results and organising the theatre list and associated tasks.
- The post holder will participate in case preparation and presentation at the weekly multidisciplinary team meeting (MDM)
- The post holder will observe and comply with clinical and non-clinical policies and procedures (including local and national employment and personnel policies) agreed with employees and management.
- The post holder will participate in the departments monthly audit sessions, including preparation and presentation of clinical audit projects.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent
- Full GMC Registration
Desirable
Knowledge
Desirable
- Previous experience of Breast disease and surgery
Training Expected
Essential
- Completion of Foundation Training
- Experience of Clinical Audit
Academic Achievements
Desirable
- Journal publication
- Conference presentation
Personal Skills
Essential
- Strong team worker
- Self motivated
- Ability to work under pressure
- Reliable
Interpersonal Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
- Good organisational skills
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent
- Full GMC Registration
Desirable
Knowledge
Desirable
- Previous experience of Breast disease and surgery
Training Expected
Essential
- Completion of Foundation Training
- Experience of Clinical Audit
Academic Achievements
Desirable
- Journal publication
- Conference presentation
Personal Skills
Essential
- Strong team worker
- Self motivated
- Ability to work under pressure
- Reliable
Interpersonal Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
- Good organisational skills
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).
