Job summary
The Watford Medical Education Department is looking for a Medical Education Fellow to support the delivery of Medical Students' curriculum, for a period of 12 months.
The post holder will be an integral part of the team and will play a key role in identifying and delivering ever-evolving curriculum requirements. They will be allocated 2 days of Clinical Skills teaching a week, a 1-day contribution to the Simulation Programme and 2 days of Clinical work in a speciality at WHHT to be agreed at appointment.
The role involves teaching students from Brunel University, University College of London, and St Georges Medical School (Grenada).
We are looking for someone with strong interpersonal skills, who is a team player with a passion for medical education.
The post will be based in the Education Centre at Watford General Hospital.
Interested candidates may speak to Titilayo Akintoye-Medical Education Manager for any informal discussion if they wish - 07816196275 takintoye@nhs.net
Main duties of the job
To support, plan, deliver and promote teaching of a variety of clinical skills for Medical Students. The post holder will also support the multi-professional training programme and be an active part of the Simulation Faculty, West Herts Initiative in Simulation Education and Research (WiSER). This will form 3 days of the role and the other 2 days will be based doing clinical work in a department at WHHT (CT1/F3 Equivalent) and will be identified following interview and discussions with the successful candidate.
There will be no on-call responsibilities as the post will be supernumerary. The Clinical placement is optional and can be negotiated.
Travel to Brunel University campus at Uxbridge, would be required.
About us
There has never been a more exciting time to join West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust! Major redevelopment works are planned as part of the New Hospital Programme. These will be most dramatic at Watford General Hospital where up to 90% of buildings will be new.
The trust has recently gained 'teaching hospital' status which reflects the dedicated work of many teams and individuals who have set the standard for delivering high quality training, learning and education at all levels of the workforce.
We are a flexible working employer
At West Herts we recognise the importance of a good work life balance and the ability to work flexibly. We are delighted to offer a variety of flexible working options for all staff. Please check out our web page for more information.
https://www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk/flexibleworking/
We encourage and welcome people with disabilities. If you need help, please ask.
We reserve the right to close this advert early due to the volume of applicants. Please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To effectively develop and use a variety of teaching materials and delivery models for use within the clinical skills facilities.
To assist with the preparation and organisation of clinical examinations for students.
Support and assist the Medical Education Team and the teaching consultants in the overall management and co-ordination of the students teaching programmes and clinical experience.
Support and assist the Simulation Faculty in organising and facilitating simulation sessions where this does not act in conflict with obligations to the Medical Education Team.
Ensure own clinical skills are updated in line with the requirements of the post / profession.
To assist the Medical School in the delivery of the Formative Mock OSCE, end of year OSCE exams and Summative History Examinations.
To support the delivery of key postgraduate learning opportunities and examinations including PACES, Procedural Skills and Comets.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To effectively develop and use a variety of teaching materials and delivery models for use within the clinical skills facilities.
To assist with the preparation and organisation of clinical examinations for students.
Support and assist the Medical Education Team and the teaching consultants in the overall management and co-ordination of the students teaching programmes and clinical experience.
Support and assist the Simulation Faculty in organising and facilitating simulation sessions where this does not act in conflict with obligations to the Medical Education Team.
Ensure own clinical skills are updated in line with the requirements of the post / profession.
To assist the Medical School in the delivery of the Formative Mock OSCE, end of year OSCE exams and Summative History Examinations.
To support the delivery of key postgraduate learning opportunities and examinations including PACES, Procedural Skills and Comets.
Person Specification
Education and Qualification
Essential
- GMC Registered Doctor (post F2)
Desirable
- Further qualification in medical education or training
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of issues and developments in Medical Education specifically Undergraduates and Foundation Year Training
- Knowledge of Clinical Skills Equipment
Desirable
- Knowledge of Clinical Skills
- Equipment or willingness to learn
Experience
Essential
- Teaching clinical skills in a clinical settinG
- Experience of working in multiprofessional clinical team
- Experience of team working
Desirable
- Experience of planning clinical skills teaching sessions
Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Excellent organisational skills
- Ability to work within teams effectively
- Audit / Research experience
- Ability to identify and recommend actions to improve and develop working practices.
- Ability to think logically and laterally in order to resolve a range of service issues to meet individual's needs and ensure action
- Computer literate
- Ability to work on own initiative and develop a programme.
Person Specification
Education and Qualification
Essential
- GMC Registered Doctor (post F2)
Desirable
- Further qualification in medical education or training
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of issues and developments in Medical Education specifically Undergraduates and Foundation Year Training
- Knowledge of Clinical Skills Equipment
Desirable
- Knowledge of Clinical Skills
- Equipment or willingness to learn
Experience
Essential
- Teaching clinical skills in a clinical settinG
- Experience of working in multiprofessional clinical team
- Experience of team working
Desirable
- Experience of planning clinical skills teaching sessions
Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Excellent organisational skills
- Ability to work within teams effectively
- Audit / Research experience
- Ability to identify and recommend actions to improve and develop working practices.
- Ability to think logically and laterally in order to resolve a range of service issues to meet individual's needs and ensure action
- Computer literate
- Ability to work on own initiative and develop a programme.
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).
