Job summary
The Royal London Hospital is one of the UK's busiest and oldest teaching hospitals, operating in purpose built facilities close to the historic site in Whitechapel, East London. As well as Europe's largest Neuro-Trauma service, the Department of Neurosurgery provides a full range of sub-specialties, including Neuro-Oncology, Complex Spine, Neurovascular, Functional, Neuro-Modulation for Pain, Complex Hydrocephalus and Craniofacial Reconstruction. The Neurosurgeons are supported by a comprehensive Clinical Neurophysiology department (including intraoperative monitoring), dedicated Consultant Neuro-Radiologists, Neuro-intensive care (including a Neuro-Monitored unit within the department), Neurologists and a Hyper-Acute Thrombectomy Service.
Main duties of the job
We are currently recruiting for (3) posts at Junior Clinical Fellow Level (ST1-2 Equivalent) in Neurosurgery. There is a dedicated in-house Consultant-led Neurosurgical teaching programme*, and successful applicants will be supported in their broader professional and career development, particularly with reference to attaining the MRCS examination.
The successful candidate must be GMC registered with a license to practice and prior experience in Neurosurgery or a related discipline (Neurology/Acute Medicine/Critical Care) is welcomed.
*For further information please visit:www.rlqns.comwww.realbrainbook.co.uk
Informal enquiries/visits are always welcome; please contact either:Mr. James Barber, Consultant Neurosurgeon0203 59 41196
About us
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.
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, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description and the person specification provide an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, outlining the qualification, skills, experience, and knowledge required.
Please view the attachment below.
Please be advised that the vacancy advertisement may close early if a sufficient number of applications are received. Therefore, we recommend that you submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description and the person specification provide an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, outlining the qualification, skills, experience, and knowledge required.
Please view the attachment below.
Please be advised that the vacancy advertisement may close early if a sufficient number of applications are received. Therefore, we recommend that you submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
Higher Qualifications
Essential
- Current GMC registration with a license to practice
Desirable
Knowledge
Essential
- An interest in neurosurgery
Desirable
- Experience in neurosurgery at ST 1-2 (SHO) level
Specialist clinical expertise
Essential
- An interest in the management of head injury
Desirable
- Research in neurosciences related subjects
Training Expected
Essential
Desirable
Management/Audit Experience
Essential
- An interest in clinical audit and research
Academic Achievements
Essential
- Evidence of academic work outside MBBS course
Desirable
Research/Publications
Desirable
- Prizes
- Peer reviewed publications reflecting audit or research
Personal Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
- Flexible approach to work and evidence of team working
- IT literate
Desirable
- Familiarity with databases
Personal qualities
Essential
- Self-motivated
- Able to work under pressure
- Able to work as part of a team
- Reliable and dependable
Desirable
- Creative
- Adaptable
- Flexible
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
Higher Qualifications
Essential
- Current GMC registration with a license to practice
Desirable
Knowledge
Essential
- An interest in neurosurgery
Desirable
- Experience in neurosurgery at ST 1-2 (SHO) level
Specialist clinical expertise
Essential
- An interest in the management of head injury
Desirable
- Research in neurosciences related subjects
Training Expected
Essential
Desirable
Management/Audit Experience
Essential
- An interest in clinical audit and research
Academic Achievements
Essential
- Evidence of academic work outside MBBS course
Desirable
Research/Publications
Desirable
- Prizes
- Peer reviewed publications reflecting audit or research
Personal Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
- Flexible approach to work and evidence of team working
- IT literate
Desirable
- Familiarity with databases
Personal qualities
Essential
- Self-motivated
- Able to work under pressure
- Able to work as part of a team
- Reliable and dependable
Desirable
- Creative
- Adaptable
- Flexible
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).
