Job summary
This post encompasses the potential to train in colorectalsurgery for a one - two year period. The default will be sixmonths each of although there may well be flexibility toadjust this according to the applicants need. There may beopportunities to rotate between firms includingHepatopancreaticobiliary for instance. In view of therotations on offer, a job description of both posts is givenbelow.University Hospitals Leicester is the third largest acute trustin England and consists of three hospitals: Leicester RoyalInfirmary (LRI), Leicester General Hospital (LGH) andGlenfield Hospital (GH). The Leicester Royal Infirmary is thelargest of the three Hospitals and is based in the city centre.The LRI is a busy emergency centre with a large Accidentand Emergency unit that sees in excess of 10,000attendances a year. Approximately 300 emergencylaparotomies are undertaken at the LRI per year with closeconsultant supervision.
Main duties of the job
Colorectal surgery:The colorectal unit at Leicester Royal Infirmary offers the following:? Resectional surgery for colorectal cancer (the two combined colorectal unitsare the second busiest in the UK) including laparoscopic surgery? Early rectal cancer service? Locally advanced and recurrent colorectal cancer referral centre? Supraregional anal cancer service? Busy proctology service? Inflammatory bowel disease service including ileoanal pouch? Intestinal failure unit with home parenteral nutrition? Functional bowel/pelvic floor unit in collaboration with urogynaecology? Significant emergency surgery exposureThe weekly colorectal and anal cancer MDTs (including surgeons, radiologists, oncologists, pathologists and specialist nurses) allow ample training in the management of colorectal and anal cancer across the whole spectrum of disease. There is a weekly inflammatory bowel disease MDT with Gastroenterology. A weekly radiology meeting supported by specialist GI radiologists provides training in the interpretation of GI imaging.The colorectal unit is supported by diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy. General surgery and specialist clinics (colorectal cancer, anal cancer, functionalbowel) occur regularly.
About us
Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).
We have four primary goals:
- high-quality care for all,
- being a great place to work,
- partnerships for impact, and
- research and education excellence
And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.
Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
- we are compassionate,
- we are proud,
- we are inclusive, and
- we are one team
This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.
About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:
https://www.uhleicester.nhs.uk
Job description
Job responsibilities
Oncall Rota Arrangements Cross-site 1 in 25 rota covering general surgery.
Clinical Training and Responsibilities Trainees within the unit are assessed using WBAs through ISCP. The fellows would be expected to subscribe to ISCP and engage with their clinical and educational supervisors in the same way that current trainees holding an NTN do.
Non-clinical Training and Responsibilities Fellows will be expected to work within the current team structure and will provide clinical support to junior medical staff. The unit has a flexible team based approach to patient care that the fellow will be expected to adopt. It is expected that all fellows will keep to date with their mandatory training and attend the weekly firm planning meetings.
Additional Training Opportunities The fellows will be expected to maintain CPD and there are both in-house and regional teaching provided to assist this. Opportunities for research and audit arealso available.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Oncall Rota Arrangements Cross-site 1 in 25 rota covering general surgery.
Clinical Training and Responsibilities Trainees within the unit are assessed using WBAs through ISCP. The fellows would be expected to subscribe to ISCP and engage with their clinical and educational supervisors in the same way that current trainees holding an NTN do.
Non-clinical Training and Responsibilities Fellows will be expected to work within the current team structure and will provide clinical support to junior medical staff. The unit has a flexible team based approach to patient care that the fellow will be expected to adopt. It is expected that all fellows will keep to date with their mandatory training and attend the weekly firm planning meetings.
Additional Training Opportunities The fellows will be expected to maintain CPD and there are both in-house and regional teaching provided to assist this. Opportunities for research and audit arealso available.
Person Specification
Training & Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC registration with a license to practice. MRCS or equivalent
Desirable
- evidence of commitment to higher surgical training in a Gastrointestinal specialty.
Experience
Essential
Communication and relationship skills
Essential
- Potential to cope with stressful situations possessing excellent communication skills and the ability to function as a member of a multi-disciplinary clinical team
Planning and organisation skills
Essential
- Ability to manage applicants own time and work effectively, understanding of role. Possessing a high degree of motivation and personal self discipline..
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Essential
- Able to demonstrate a commitment and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs.
Person Specification
Training & Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC registration with a license to practice. MRCS or equivalent
Desirable
- evidence of commitment to higher surgical training in a Gastrointestinal specialty.
Experience
Essential
Communication and relationship skills
Essential
- Potential to cope with stressful situations possessing excellent communication skills and the ability to function as a member of a multi-disciplinary clinical team
Planning and organisation skills
Essential
- Ability to manage applicants own time and work effectively, understanding of role. Possessing a high degree of motivation and personal self discipline..
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Essential
- Able to demonstrate a commitment and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs.
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).
