Job summary
The Department of Neurosurgery is the only provider of neurosurgical care in the West of London (previously NorthWest Thames Region). Comprehensive neurosurgical care is provided for both emergency and elective adult cranialand spinal neurosurgical patients, and paediatric neurotrauma cases. At Charing Cross Hospital (CXH), there are25 beds on 11 South ward (the acute neurosurgical ward), and a further 3 beds on 10 North ward, with two CTscanners, two MRI scanners, and up to date angiographic equipment for endovascular management ofneurovascular pathologies, as well as a 24/7 thrombectomy service. There are daily elective cranial and spinaloperating lists, and access to the NCEPOD theatre as required. St Mary's Hospital (SMH) receives all the acutecranial and spinal emergencies including neurotrauma, with the exception of neurovascular and Skullbase work,which is managed at CXH. At SMH, patients are cohorted onto the Intensive Care Units, a 19 bed Major TraumaWard, as well as other surgical wards. At SMH here are three CT scanners, three MRI scanners, and a dedicatedneurosurgery emergency operating list Monday to Friday, as well as access to the NCEPOD list as clinicallyindicated.
1x to start as soon as possible
2x to start in August 2026
Main duties of the job
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our Neurosurgical team at the Imperial College Hospitals NHS Trust.This appointment aims to offer subspecialty training in skull base surgery for senior neurosurgical trainees who havecompleted their general neurosurgical training (post FRCS exam).The skull base fellow will be responsible for the management of patients with skull base pathology under the care ofMr Nair, Mr Mendoza and Mr Dalton. The skull base neurosurgical team at Charing Cross Hospital has wellestablished connections with the ENT, endocrine and neuro-radiology teams. Weekly multidisciplinary meetings forskull base, pituitary surgery, neuro-oncology and neuroradiology are in placeThe clinical fellow will provide support in the outpatient clinics and training through supervision, to junior traineesworking in the team and contribute to the regular teaching sessions of the department. The fellow will alsocontribute to a 1 in 7 on call rota.Research to the level of presentations at national and international meetings, and publication in peer reviewed highimpact factor journals is expected.The post is for a period of 6 months from April 2026, with a view to extend to 12 months. The duties are performedat both Charing Cross and St Mary's Hospitals
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, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.
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
Clinical staffing (to include key research/practice interests)a. The post provides excellent experience in acute and elective cranial and spinal neurosurgery and is suitable forthose pursuing a career in neurosurgery. b. The post is not recognised by the Royal College of Surgeons for Training purposes. Seminars are organised forfurther postgraduate teaching and there are opportunities to take study leave. c. There are weekly MDT meetings with Neurovascular, Neuro-oncology, Skull Base, Pituitary Complex Spine,CSF Disorders, Craniofacial, and Functional subspecialties.3 Key areas of responsibilities Provide high quality care to patients in NeurosurgeryThe post holder must be medically qualified and maintain GMC registration.o To develop and maintain the competencies necessary to carry out the duties required of the post.o To ensure patients are involved in decisions about their care and to respond to their views. Research, teaching and trainingo Where possible to collaborate with academic and clinical colleagues to enhance the Trusts translationalresearch portfolio, at all times meeting the full requirements of research governance.o To provide high quality teaching to medical undergraduates and members of other health care professionsas required by Clinical Director. Performance managemento To work with medical, nursing, allied health and managerial colleagues to ensure high performance in thefollowing areas: Clinical efficiency e.g. LOS reductions, reducing cancelled operations and DNA rates. Quality of outcomes e.g. infection control targets, reducing re-admission rates Operational efficiency e.g. day-case rates, waiting list activity and demand management. GovernanceMEDICAL ADVERTISING REQUEST FORM- TRUST GRADEThis form must be fully completed- If information is missing this will delay advertising. o To participate in clinical audit, incident reporting and analysis and to ensure resulting actions areimplemented.o To ensure clinical guidelines and protocols are adhered to by junior medical staff and updated on a regularbasis.o To keep fully informed about best practice in the speciality areas and ensure implications for practicechanges are discussed with the divisional director/clinical directoro To role model good practice for infection control to all members of the multidisciplinary team. Leadership and team workingo To demonstrate excellent leadership skills with regard to individual performance, clinical teams, the Trustand when participating in national initiatives.o To work collaboratively with all members of the multi-disciplinary team and Imperial College London asrequired.o To resolve conflict and difficult situations through negotiation and discussion, involving appropriateparties.o To adhere to Trust/departmental guidelines on leave including reporting absence.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical staffing (to include key research/practice interests)a. The post provides excellent experience in acute and elective cranial and spinal neurosurgery and is suitable forthose pursuing a career in neurosurgery. b. The post is not recognised by the Royal College of Surgeons for Training purposes. Seminars are organised forfurther postgraduate teaching and there are opportunities to take study leave. c. There are weekly MDT meetings with Neurovascular, Neuro-oncology, Skull Base, Pituitary Complex Spine,CSF Disorders, Craniofacial, and Functional subspecialties.3 Key areas of responsibilities Provide high quality care to patients in NeurosurgeryThe post holder must be medically qualified and maintain GMC registration.o To develop and maintain the competencies necessary to carry out the duties required of the post.o To ensure patients are involved in decisions about their care and to respond to their views. Research, teaching and trainingo Where possible to collaborate with academic and clinical colleagues to enhance the Trusts translationalresearch portfolio, at all times meeting the full requirements of research governance.o To provide high quality teaching to medical undergraduates and members of other health care professionsas required by Clinical Director. Performance managemento To work with medical, nursing, allied health and managerial colleagues to ensure high performance in thefollowing areas: Clinical efficiency e.g. LOS reductions, reducing cancelled operations and DNA rates. Quality of outcomes e.g. infection control targets, reducing re-admission rates Operational efficiency e.g. day-case rates, waiting list activity and demand management. GovernanceMEDICAL ADVERTISING REQUEST FORM- TRUST GRADEThis form must be fully completed- If information is missing this will delay advertising. o To participate in clinical audit, incident reporting and analysis and to ensure resulting actions areimplemented.o To ensure clinical guidelines and protocols are adhered to by junior medical staff and updated on a regularbasis.o To keep fully informed about best practice in the speciality areas and ensure implications for practicechanges are discussed with the divisional director/clinical directoro To role model good practice for infection control to all members of the multidisciplinary team. Leadership and team workingo To demonstrate excellent leadership skills with regard to individual performance, clinical teams, the Trustand when participating in national initiatives.o To work collaboratively with all members of the multi-disciplinary team and Imperial College London asrequired.o To resolve conflict and difficult situations through negotiation and discussion, involving appropriateparties.o To adhere to Trust/departmental guidelines on leave including reporting absence.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GMC registered/ licensed Medical Practitioner
- MRCS or equivalent qualification
- FRCS (Orth or SN) or equivalent
Language
Essential
- Candidates are able to speak and write English to the appropriate standard necessary to fulfill the job requirements
Academic achievements including research/publications
Desirable
- Evidence of recent publications
- Project Management experience
Audit
Essential
- Understanding of principles of clinical audit
Desirable
- Completion of audit cycles
Clinical skills
Essential
- Appropriate to job description
Relevant experience
Essential
- Experience or attitude for clinical activity appropriate to job description
- Previous spinal Surgery experience
Desirable
- Complex spine surgery experience
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GMC registered/ licensed Medical Practitioner
- MRCS or equivalent qualification
- FRCS (Orth or SN) or equivalent
Language
Essential
- Candidates are able to speak and write English to the appropriate standard necessary to fulfill the job requirements
Academic achievements including research/publications
Desirable
- Evidence of recent publications
- Project Management experience
Audit
Essential
- Understanding of principles of clinical audit
Desirable
- Completion of audit cycles
Clinical skills
Essential
- Appropriate to job description
Relevant experience
Essential
- Experience or attitude for clinical activity appropriate to job description
- Previous spinal Surgery experience
Desirable
- Complex spine surgery experience
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).
