Job summary
Junior Clinical Fellow in Urology (Trust Doctor LAS)
Imperial College Health NHS Trust has an exciting opportunity for applicants to apply for a Junior Clinical Fellow post in Urology
The post holder will be part of the Imperial Urology team based at Charing Cross Hospital. The primary focus of this role will be attending ward rounds, providing inpatient care and reviewing patients in the Emergency Department. The urology service delivers acute care for urological emergencies and elective urological care through the various subspecialties. The inpatient service led by a Consultant of the Week who is supported by a Urology SpR and a number of Junior Doctors.
The post is for a fixed term period of 12 months.
Working as part of a team at the forefront of surgical innovation, the post-holder will also have access to training opportunities. The post holders will have opportunities to be involved in Quality Improvement projects.
Proposed date for interview: TBC date
For further details please contact:
Alison Woni - email: alison.woni@nhs.net
Main duties of the job
The Clinical Fellow will be involved in the day-to-day running of the Urology inpatient service at Charing Cross Hospital. This will include attending ward rounds and managing emergency cases. The post-holder will be expected to take an active role in managing patient pathways.
During their time in the urology department, the Fellow can expect to improve their clinical skills in general Urology and other subspecialist areas. The post holders will have opportunities to be involved in Quality Improvement projects.
During a twelve month period the appointee can expect to see all common urological problems and pathologies, and in addition will see a variety of more unusual and general urology conditions.
The post holder will provide high quality care to patients in urological surgery. They are expected to:
- Be medically qualified and maintain GMC registration.
- Develop and maintain the competencies required to carry out the duties required of the post.
- Ensure prompt attendance at agreed direct clinical care activities.
- Involve patients in decisions about their care and respond to their views.
About us
At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care. Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career. Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to work, car lease schemes, and seasonal ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.
We encourage staff to have the Covid vaccination to protect themselves, patients, other colleagues as well as the wider community. Please note it is an operational requirement to comply with infection prevention and control procedures within the Trust such as lateral flow testing, handwashing and the wearing of masks, according to the procedures in place at any time or location.
As part of our continued response to Covid19 we are still conducting the majority of our interviews virtually.
We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part-time or job share. Please talk to us at interview.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Clinical Fellow will be involved in the day-to-day running of the Urology inpatient service at Charing Cross Hospital. This will include attending ward rounds and managing emergency cases. The post-holder will be expected to take an active role in managing patient pathways.
During their time in the urology department, the Fellow can expect to improve their clinical skills in general Urology and other subspecialist areas. The post holders will have opportunities to be involved in Quality Improvement projects.
During a twelve month period the appointee can expect to see all common urological problems and pathologies, and in addition will see a variety of more unusual and general urology conditions.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Clinical Fellow will be involved in the day-to-day running of the Urology inpatient service at Charing Cross Hospital. This will include attending ward rounds and managing emergency cases. The post-holder will be expected to take an active role in managing patient pathways.
During their time in the urology department, the Fellow can expect to improve their clinical skills in general Urology and other subspecialist areas. The post holders will have opportunities to be involved in Quality Improvement projects.
During a twelve month period the appointee can expect to see all common urological problems and pathologies, and in addition will see a variety of more unusual and general urology conditions.
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- On GMC registered/ licensed Medical Practitioner
Desirable
Audit
Essential
- Understanding of clinical governance
- Understanding of principles of clinical audit
Desirable
- Completed audit projects and change in practice
Relevant experience in specialty/Sub specialty
Essential
- Experience in a surgical specialty
- Special interest in Urological Surgery
Desirable
- 6 months experience in Urology
Clinical Skills
Essential
- Understanding of management of Urology inpatients and common Urology emergencies
- Knowing when to seek help, able to prioritise clinical need.
- Practical skills: shows excellent aptitude for practical skills required in the job.
- Proven ability to work effectively in the various different clinical settings required in the job.
- Evidence of accuracy, care and timely recording of all necessary clinical data, both written and electronic.
Language Skills
Essential
- All applicants to have demonstrable skills in written and spoken English that are adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues.
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- On GMC registered/ licensed Medical Practitioner
Desirable
Audit
Essential
- Understanding of clinical governance
- Understanding of principles of clinical audit
Desirable
- Completed audit projects and change in practice
Relevant experience in specialty/Sub specialty
Essential
- Experience in a surgical specialty
- Special interest in Urological Surgery
Desirable
- 6 months experience in Urology
Clinical Skills
Essential
- Understanding of management of Urology inpatients and common Urology emergencies
- Knowing when to seek help, able to prioritise clinical need.
- Practical skills: shows excellent aptitude for practical skills required in the job.
- Proven ability to work effectively in the various different clinical settings required in the job.
- Evidence of accuracy, care and timely recording of all necessary clinical data, both written and electronic.
Language Skills
Essential
- All applicants to have demonstrable skills in written and spoken English that are adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues.
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).
