Job summary
Applications are invited for the position of a Senior Clinical Fellow in Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery. The post is for an initial 12-month term.
The post enjoys opportunities to train in laparoscopic gynaecological surgery under the supervision of Miss Vishalli Ghai and Miss Helen Sheehan.
Candidates will be expected to take part in clinical research in gynaecology and would be expected to lead on research projects and present findings at conferences.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to develop skills in advanced hysteroscopic and laparoscopic surgery.
In addition, the candidate will also have the opportunity to develop skills in outpatient hysteroscopy and gynaecological ultrasound as well as providing outpatient treatments such as polypectomy and endometrial resection/ablation techniques.
There is also ample opportunity to develop colposcopy training and BSCCP accreditation.
A key responsibility for the post holder will be required to continue coordinating the RCOG accredited Basic surgical skills course at Epsom.
The successful candidate is expected to complete the RCOG Advanced Training Skill Module (ATSM) in Benign Abdominal Surgery open and laparoscopic during the year. Please refer to the RCOG ATSM requirements.
Candidates will only be considered if they have completed MRCOG and are equivalent to Senior Registrar level ie (ST6 or above).
About us
We offer an extensive range of services, including cancer, pathology, surgery, and gynaecology to 500,000 people in south west London and north east Surrey. We operate two busy general hospitals, Epsom Hospital and St Helier Hospital, and run services from other locations, including Sutton Hospital.
St Helier Hospital is home to the South West Thames Renal and Transplantation Unit and Queen Mary's Hospital for Children, while Epsom Hospital is home to the South West London Elective Orthopaedic Centre (SWLEOC). Both Epsom and St Helier hospitals have Accident and Emergency departments (A&E) and Maternity services (Obstetrics).
We also play an active role in the local healthcare economy, and are the lead provider in two innovative health and care partnerships.
We have partnered with CSH Surrey, the three GP federations in the Surrey Downs area, and Surrey Council (who are an associate member), to provide adult community health services. This innovative partnership is called Surrey Downs Health and Care.
In Sutton, we have joined forces with the London Borough of Sutton, Sutton GP Services and South West London and St George's Mental Health Trust to provide adult and children's community health services and sexual health services to local people. Together, we are called Sutton Health and Care.
Job description
Job responsibilities
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Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached supporting document which contains more information about the role ==================================================
Person Specification
Values and Behaviours
Essential
- Put the patient first by being happy, helpful, caring, respectful and patient
- Always taking opportunities to improve, encouraging excellence
- Work as one team - communicate, collaborate and share
- Respect each other by being polite, pleasant and listening
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Hold a medical qualification or qualification registered with the GMC
- Appropriate higher medical qualification - MRCOG or equivalent
Desirable
- MD or equivalent higher degree or evidence of relevant research
- CCT/CCST or equivalent
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Able to contribute to the full range of skills required for the on call middle grade rota for the specialty
Desirable
- Experience in Laparoscopic gynaecology
Management & Administrative Experience
Essential
- Personal time management skills
- Clinical Governance
Desirable
Teaching Experience
Essential
- Experience of teaching undergraduate and postgraduate trainees
- Ability to teach clinical skills
Desirable
- Formalised teaching experience.
Research Experience
Essential
- Ability to apply research findings to clinical problems
- Ability to critically review research
Desirable
- Publications in peer review journals
- Ability to contribute to change management
Language
Essential
- Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English to the appropriate standard necessary to fulfil the job requirements
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team
- Ability to work in partnership to deliver a patient centred service
- Demonstrate an understanding and willingness to embrace user involvement
- Good interpersonal skills
- Enquiring, critical approach to work
- Ability to communicate with patients and relatives
- Commitment to continuing professional development
Person Specification
Values and Behaviours
Essential
- Put the patient first by being happy, helpful, caring, respectful and patient
- Always taking opportunities to improve, encouraging excellence
- Work as one team - communicate, collaborate and share
- Respect each other by being polite, pleasant and listening
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Hold a medical qualification or qualification registered with the GMC
- Appropriate higher medical qualification - MRCOG or equivalent
Desirable
- MD or equivalent higher degree or evidence of relevant research
- CCT/CCST or equivalent
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Able to contribute to the full range of skills required for the on call middle grade rota for the specialty
Desirable
- Experience in Laparoscopic gynaecology
Management & Administrative Experience
Essential
- Personal time management skills
- Clinical Governance
Desirable
Teaching Experience
Essential
- Experience of teaching undergraduate and postgraduate trainees
- Ability to teach clinical skills
Desirable
- Formalised teaching experience.
Research Experience
Essential
- Ability to apply research findings to clinical problems
- Ability to critically review research
Desirable
- Publications in peer review journals
- Ability to contribute to change management
Language
Essential
- Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English to the appropriate standard necessary to fulfil the job requirements
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team
- Ability to work in partnership to deliver a patient centred service
- Demonstrate an understanding and willingness to embrace user involvement
- Good interpersonal skills
- Enquiring, critical approach to work
- Ability to communicate with patients and relatives
- Commitment to continuing professional development
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).
