Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and highly-motivated individual to join the medical education team in our busy and well-established medical education, simulation and resuscitation centre as a clinical teaching fellow. This post is aimed at doctors wishing to develop their skills and knowledge in the field of medical education. Every effort will be made to tailor the post to the candidate's clinical and career needs. In addition, you will receive funding towards a formal qualification in medical education and support for the development of a quality improvement education project.
Main duties of the job
The exact job plan will be agreed with the Director of Medical Education and relevant Clinical Director after appointment however it currently involves weekly blocks of either Medical Education or Vascular Clinical work, with every Wednesday dedicated to Medical Education.
About us
**Please submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close any adverts before the closing date once we have received sufficient applications**
Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust is one of the largest employers in the area and we are on an exciting journey. All our divisions are committed to doing things better, with more efficiency as we update, modernise, and advance. We have also entered a Group Model with neighbouring Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and become University Hospitals of Northamptonshire.
Our Excellence Values
- Compassion
- Accountability
- Respect
- Integrity
- Courage
We want to recruit the best people to deliver our services across the University Hospitals of Northamptonshire and help to unleash everyone's full potential.
The Hospital Group encourages applications from people who identify from all protected groups. We understand that we need to work with colleagues from diverse backgrounds and make sure the environment they work in is inclusive and collaborative.
We recognise the valuable contribution that the Armed Forces community make to our organisation. We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and achieved Silver Award under the Armed Forces Employer Recognition Scheme.
We have active Networks that promote and support colleagues from all backgrounds. This ensures everyone feels supported and has a sense of belonging working for Kettering and Northampton General Hospitals.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Educational Activity
Education Delivery (50%)
Facilitating and delivering undergraduate mandatory teaching
Assisting undergraduate simulation training
Project management student tutor education programme (STEP) Programme
Project management of Rolling Teaching Programme
Delivery of Ward-Craft Programme
Delivery of Bleep Simulation Programme
Delivery and or project management of Foundation programme
Delivery of simulation-based training across all grades and specialities
Assorted other educational activities, which may vary according to the needs of the students
Education Innovation (25%)
Original work on research projects of relevance to medical education.
Education Management (25%)
Working with the wider MDT within Medical Education to effectively plan for student placements
Student pastoral support
Clinical Activity
The consultant ward rounds give opportunity for feedback and teaching and the post easily allows completion of the required portfolio assessments.
Fortnightly vascular specific teaching is consultant-led with trainee involvement, with opportunities for junior doctors to present. There are additional weekly general surgical and urology teaching sessions. Monthly Mortality and Morbidity meetings are an excellent
opportunity for presentations, clinical notes review and are a good learning environment.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Educational Activity
Education Delivery (50%)
Facilitating and delivering undergraduate mandatory teaching
Assisting undergraduate simulation training
Project management student tutor education programme (STEP) Programme
Project management of Rolling Teaching Programme
Delivery of Ward-Craft Programme
Delivery of Bleep Simulation Programme
Delivery and or project management of Foundation programme
Delivery of simulation-based training across all grades and specialities
Assorted other educational activities, which may vary according to the needs of the students
Education Innovation (25%)
Original work on research projects of relevance to medical education.
Education Management (25%)
Working with the wider MDT within Medical Education to effectively plan for student placements
Student pastoral support
Clinical Activity
The consultant ward rounds give opportunity for feedback and teaching and the post easily allows completion of the required portfolio assessments.
Fortnightly vascular specific teaching is consultant-led with trainee involvement, with opportunities for junior doctors to present. There are additional weekly general surgical and urology teaching sessions. Monthly Mortality and Morbidity meetings are an excellent
opportunity for presentations, clinical notes review and are a good learning environment.
Person Specification
Educations, Training and Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent
- FULL Registration with the GMC & Licence to practice
Desirable
- MRCS or equivalent
- PG Cert in medical education
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Completion of Foundation Programme Training or equivalent
- Formal teaching experience
- Exposure to simulation training
Desirable
- Previous clinical experience within the NHS environment
- Evidence of exposure to vascular or general surgery
Skills
Essential
- Excellent organisational and time management skills
- Fluency in written and spoken English
Desirable
- Experience of research and/or audit
Other
Essential
- Demonstration of ability to formulate plans and set-up a training activity
Person Specification
Educations, Training and Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent
- FULL Registration with the GMC & Licence to practice
Desirable
- MRCS or equivalent
- PG Cert in medical education
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Completion of Foundation Programme Training or equivalent
- Formal teaching experience
- Exposure to simulation training
Desirable
- Previous clinical experience within the NHS environment
- Evidence of exposure to vascular or general surgery
Skills
Essential
- Excellent organisational and time management skills
- Fluency in written and spoken English
Desirable
- Experience of research and/or audit
Other
Essential
- Demonstration of ability to formulate plans and set-up a training activity
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).
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