Job summary
This is a new post which is being offered by this East Kent NHS Trust which offers a unique opportunity for a senior clinical fellowship in BPH surgery utilising novel technologies. The successful candidate will develop skills to perform a plethora of treatments independently and will be ideal to set up new services.
This is a unique and special opportunity has arisen to support a clinical fellow in developing and mastering skills in treating male LUTS and BPH using traditional and novel surgical techniques. The post lasts for one year and would suit a post-CCT trainee in Urology.
Main duties of the job
This is a unique opportunity to focus training in diagnosing and managing men with lower urinary tract symptoms using a selection of established and novel surgical techniques including Rezum, Urolift, Greenlight laser vaporisation and Holmium laser enucleation of the prostate with Moses technology. The successful candidate will develop skills to be a regional expert in BPH technologies.
About us
We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with three acute hospitals and community sites serving a local population of around 800,000. We also provide specialist services for Kent and Medway.
We're on an exciting journey of transformation. With a new Medical School at the centre of our community, a focus on research, clinical leadership and making our trust a rewarding
and friendly place to work, there's never been a better time to join us.
At East Kent, we will do all we can to help you grow a career around you, your family, your location and your interests.
We offer flexible and fulfilling career solutions that work for you and unique opportunities to innovate and inspire - all in a county where you can enjoy your life to the full, whatever your interest.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- This post has arisen due to collaboration with industry which opens significant opportunities for ongoing support for mentorship and research development. There will be support to develop research projects with significant funding available.
- The urology department at Kent and Canterbury Hospital has a urology suite adjacent to the dedicated urology ward. The department has expanded significantly and we are also major cancer centre providing robotic surgery.
- Further opportunities will exist to visit other sites of clinical expertise and this may involve international visits.
- The successful candidate will audit outcomes from the range of treatments offered and be prepared to present the data at regional and international conferences.
- Dedicated research PAs will be incorporated into the job plan.
- This shall be a 10 PA post, with on-call 1 in 10 rota supporting our current middle grade team.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- This post has arisen due to collaboration with industry which opens significant opportunities for ongoing support for mentorship and research development. There will be support to develop research projects with significant funding available.
- The urology department at Kent and Canterbury Hospital has a urology suite adjacent to the dedicated urology ward. The department has expanded significantly and we are also major cancer centre providing robotic surgery.
- Further opportunities will exist to visit other sites of clinical expertise and this may involve international visits.
- The successful candidate will audit outcomes from the range of treatments offered and be prepared to present the data at regional and international conferences.
- Dedicated research PAs will be incorporated into the job plan.
- This shall be a 10 PA post, with on-call 1 in 10 rota supporting our current middle grade team.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC Registration
- 4 years post-graduate training- two of which relevant training programme or equivalent
Skills and Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a busy Vascular department
- Able to juggle a large number of demands by setting priorities and planning effectively
Desirable
- Experience of working in a busy Vascular department in an NHS hospital. Evidence of teaching experience
Clinical governance
Essential
- Understands the issues of patient safety and of operating within a litigious & complaints culture.
- Shows self-discipline e.g. record-keeping & legibility
Personal/professional attributes
Essential
- Able to manage conflicting & unpredictable demand
- Ability to direct & organise teams
- Ability to cope with considerable pressure as well as to adapt to constant change and new demands
- Demonstrates energy, enthusiasm & initiative in pursuing innovation and the highest standards for patients, juniors, others, colleagues and the organisation
- Able to operate within a teaching/training culture
Desirable
- Willing to supervise other staff, spots talent and nurtures it
other requirements
Essential
- Able to communicate clearly with a range of different people
- Builds strong & effective relationships with patients, families & colleagues with the ability to gain their trust and confidence
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC Registration
- 4 years post-graduate training- two of which relevant training programme or equivalent
Skills and Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a busy Vascular department
- Able to juggle a large number of demands by setting priorities and planning effectively
Desirable
- Experience of working in a busy Vascular department in an NHS hospital. Evidence of teaching experience
Clinical governance
Essential
- Understands the issues of patient safety and of operating within a litigious & complaints culture.
- Shows self-discipline e.g. record-keeping & legibility
Personal/professional attributes
Essential
- Able to manage conflicting & unpredictable demand
- Ability to direct & organise teams
- Ability to cope with considerable pressure as well as to adapt to constant change and new demands
- Demonstrates energy, enthusiasm & initiative in pursuing innovation and the highest standards for patients, juniors, others, colleagues and the organisation
- Able to operate within a teaching/training culture
Desirable
- Willing to supervise other staff, spots talent and nurtures it
other requirements
Essential
- Able to communicate clearly with a range of different people
- Builds strong & effective relationships with patients, families & colleagues with the ability to gain their trust and confidence
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).
