Job summary
This is an exciting opportunity for motivated individuals, interested in Gynaecological Oncology to join a reputable and established team of clinicians and researchers.Based at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Gateshead, the Northern Gynaecological Oncology Centre (NGOC) offers a broad range of surgery, and is famed for its ultra-radical surgical repertoire, and early adoption of innovation.It is a European Society of Gynaecological Oncology (ESGO) accredited Centre of Excellence for Ovarian Cancer.
This post is for 12 months which may be extended to a longer period, subject to clinical needs and availability of funding. The successful applicant will gain experience in managing complex oncological and surgical patients.They will be given the opportunity to be involved in clinical research projects and audits.
It is expected that shortlisted candidates will be interviewed on the 18th of July 2025.
Main duties of the job
The post holder's clinical duties will be based on our in-patient surgical ward, outpatient clinics and operating theatre. The work on the surgical ward encompasses arranging investigations, selecting appropriate treatment and providing peri-operative care. This includes consultations on Same Day Emergency Care (SDEC) for review of gynaecological oncology patients who need to be seen in a (semi-)urgent timeframe. The post holder will require excellent communication skills to work on this ward providing care to patients with a wide range of disease presentations. Communication, team working and organizational skills are paramount in the care of our patients. The post holder will be required to demonstrate an awareness of the limitations of their practice.
The post holder will have the opportunity to contribute to a variety of outpatient clinics which include new and follow-up gynaecological oncology clinics, colposcopy clinics and vulva clinics. They will be able to assist in operating theatre and will have the opportunity to develop surgical skills.
About us
We care passionately about our staff - 'our people' - are the heart of our organisation. Our vision is to make the Trust the best place to work, and we believe the people who work and volunteer for us make the difference between good care and excellent care.
And our workforce agrees! In the 2021 national NHS Staff Survey, our staff told us they would recommend the Trust to others as a great place to work.
While they told us patient care is of course their priority, our staff ranked the trust among the top 25 in the country - well above the national average and outperforming other Trusts in areas such as:
- Equality and diversity - we were ranked above average in terms of acting fairly when it came to career progression or promotion, with nearly 90% of staff agreeing that we treat them fairly, regardless of people's ethnic background, sexual orientation, age or gender.
- Recommending the Trust as a place for care or treatment
- Feeling that your role makes a difference to patients
- Involvement in decisions that affect your team or area
- Feeling safe at work
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are looking for one Clinical Fellow (CF) who is keen to work in gynaecological oncology. Clinical duties will be based within the Northern Gynaecological Oncology Centre which is based at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Gateshead, a busy dedicated gynaecological oncology tertiary centre with 14 operating lists per week. The post of Clinical Fellow is advertised for a fixed term period of 12 months which may be extended to a longer period, subject to clinical needs and availability of funding.
THE NORTHERN GYNAECOLOGICAL ONCOLOGY CENTRE (NGOC)
The Northern Gynaecological Oncology Centre (NGOC) was founded in 1948 and is based in the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Gateshead. The NGOC is a tertiary referral centre for the Northern Deanery/North East & North Cumbria Cancer Network, with a catchment population of 2.5 million. Recently, with reconfiguration of regional services, the NGOC has been named Lead Provider of tertiary gynaecological oncology care for women within this whole region.
The department of Gynaecological Oncology at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital has an international reputation, and attracts fellows and trainees from the UK and abroad. The NGOC provides the Integrated Cancer Centre Service to the Northern Cancer Network.
Full details are included within the job description and person specification attached.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are looking for one Clinical Fellow (CF) who is keen to work in gynaecological oncology. Clinical duties will be based within the Northern Gynaecological Oncology Centre which is based at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Gateshead, a busy dedicated gynaecological oncology tertiary centre with 14 operating lists per week. The post of Clinical Fellow is advertised for a fixed term period of 12 months which may be extended to a longer period, subject to clinical needs and availability of funding.
THE NORTHERN GYNAECOLOGICAL ONCOLOGY CENTRE (NGOC)
The Northern Gynaecological Oncology Centre (NGOC) was founded in 1948 and is based in the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Gateshead. The NGOC is a tertiary referral centre for the Northern Deanery/North East & North Cumbria Cancer Network, with a catchment population of 2.5 million. Recently, with reconfiguration of regional services, the NGOC has been named Lead Provider of tertiary gynaecological oncology care for women within this whole region.
The department of Gynaecological Oncology at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital has an international reputation, and attracts fellows and trainees from the UK and abroad. The NGOC provides the Integrated Cancer Centre Service to the Northern Cancer Network.
Full details are included within the job description and person specification attached.
Person Specification
Essential
Essential
- Ability to prioritise workload & use initiative.
- Ability to know own limitations & when to seek advice.
- Good communication skills
- Previous NHS experience
- Meet the requirements of the GMC's Good Medical Practice.
- Eligibility or valid / relevant GMC registration.
- Commitment to continuing educational and personal development.
- Valid permit / status to remain/work in UK.
- Valid GMC registration with a licence to practice in the UK.
- Completion of UK Foundation program or equivalent.
- Experience in formal and informal teaching.
- Evidence of clinical audit.
- Ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary team.
- Evidence of continuing education and personal development.
Desirable
Desirable
- Knowledge of IT
- Evidence of training in advanced communication skills
- MRCOG part 1
- MRCOG or equivalent.
- Experience in O&G at senior SHO/ST level.
- Research experience.
- Aiming to pursue a career in gynaecological oncology or an allied surgical specialty.
Person Specification
Essential
Essential
- Ability to prioritise workload & use initiative.
- Ability to know own limitations & when to seek advice.
- Good communication skills
- Previous NHS experience
- Meet the requirements of the GMC's Good Medical Practice.
- Eligibility or valid / relevant GMC registration.
- Commitment to continuing educational and personal development.
- Valid permit / status to remain/work in UK.
- Valid GMC registration with a licence to practice in the UK.
- Completion of UK Foundation program or equivalent.
- Experience in formal and informal teaching.
- Evidence of clinical audit.
- Ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary team.
- Evidence of continuing education and personal development.
Desirable
Desirable
- Knowledge of IT
- Evidence of training in advanced communication skills
- MRCOG part 1
- MRCOG or equivalent.
- Experience in O&G at senior SHO/ST level.
- Research experience.
- Aiming to pursue a career in gynaecological oncology or an allied surgical specialty.
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
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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).
