Job summary
The Trust provides undergraduate teaching to medical
students from the University of Birmingham, University of Warwick and Three
Counties Medical School.
This is one of a number of Teaching Fellow posts that
support the delivery of education to medical students including, but not
limited to, bed side teaching, tutorials, high fidelity simulation and study
days. Clinical Teaching Fellows support completion of medical student
assessments and examinations.
Exposure to a
clinical speciality of the successful applicants choice will be encouraged as
teaching commitments allow.
Applicants who will have already completed one year as a Junior Clinical Teaching Fellow at the point that these posts commence are eligible to apply for another 12 month fixed term post; this is on the understanding that a second year Junior Clinical Teaching Fellow would undertake another year of higher PG education qualification (such as, PG Cert continue to PG Dip).Following completion of a second year Junior Clinical Teaching Fellow post it is anticipated that doctors will return to clinical practice or clinical training.
Please note, we will close the advert early should we receive a high volume of applications.
Main duties of the job
This is one of a series of posts combining experience
in a clinical specialty with undergraduate teaching of medical students at
Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust.
This 12-month post is suitable for trainees whose
career would be advanced by the opportunity to develop their teaching skills.
It may also appeal to higher trainees who wish to take time out of a training
programme, subject to the approval of the appropriate Specialist Training
Committee. Remuneration for 40 hours (which is 1 Whole Time Equivalent WTE)
will be at the appropriate local nodal point for Trust junior clinical fellows,
for daytime duties. Successful
candidates will be required to work across both the Alexandra and
Worcestershire Royal Hospital sites. However the post holder may be required to
work at any location within the Trust should the need arise.
The successful candidate will be funded to complete the
PGCert in Medical Education at the University of Birmingham. This is based on
employment for 12 months and early termination of the post will result in
withdrawal of funding and/or the candidate will be required to pay the academy
back.
About us
Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust is a large
acute and specialised hospital trust that provides a range of local acute
services to the residents of Worcestershire and more specialised services to a
larger population in Herefordshire and beyond.
The Trust operates hospital-based services from
three sites in Kidderminster, Redditch and Worcester
Our workforce is more than 7,000 strong, and our
caring staff are recognised as providing good and outstanding patient-centred
care. You could be one of them.
We are committed to recruiting the best people to
work with us. Our values, which we ask all staff to demonstrate, underpin our
everyday work and remain firmly at the heart of all we do.
Being open and honest
Ensuring people feel cared for
Showing respect to everyone
We are committed to developing a culture of continuous improvement by embedding the principles of our Improvement System.
We are proud to have achieved Timewise
accreditation - this means we are committed to embedding flexible working
within our organisation as a flex positive employer.
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(at the current rate) deducted from their salary. Please see link in Supporting
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Job description
Job responsibilities
A suitably experienced post-holder will be expected to
carry out these key duties:
TEACHING
- To contribute to teaching across the Undergraduate
Curriculum for years 3, 4, and 5 medical students from University of
Birmingham; to contribute to the teaching of medical students from University
of Warwick/Three Counties Medical School; contribute to the teaching and
support of other medical students (such as elective students) at the discretion
of Head/Deputy Head of Academy. It is expected that a 1WTE Fellow will commit a
minimum of 7 sessions per week to
undergraduate teaching.
- To assist with organisation, monitoring and teaching of
the undergraduate teaching programme.
- To assist in reviewing the current structure and
organisation of undergraduate teaching within the medical specialties to
instigate appropriate modifications.
- To contribute to specific teaching including
simulation, study days and induction programmes.
- Act as an
examiner for Birmingham, Three Counties Medical School and Warwick Medical
Students as required.
- Accountability, with respect to the performance of
teaching duties to the Lead Clinical Teaching Fellow and Head of Academy.
- The post provides the opportunity to study part-time
for a clinical educational qualification. This is strongly encouraged.
CLINICAL
The Clinical Teaching Fellow will be encouraged to gain
exposure to a clinical speciality of their choice for up to 2 sessions per week
such as clinical department capacity and educational commitments allow.
It is expected that the successful candidate 1WTE will
be allocated a minimum of 7 regular sessions each week to clinical teaching for
students. One session per week will be allocated to preparation, audit and CPD.
The teaching sessions will be timetabled flexibly to accommodate the students
other commitments. Candidates will be
required to work across two sites, the Alexandra Hospital and Worcestershire
Royal Hospital, in order to accommodate the Undergraduate Academys ability to
meet medical student learning outcomes with in the current training programmes.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
- Full registration with the GMC is essential.
- Candidates for the post of Clinical Teaching Fellow
should have completed two years of General Professional Training equivalent to
Foundation Training.
- The post does not currently have educational and
training approval from the Regional Postgraduate Dean.
Job description
Job responsibilities
A suitably experienced post-holder will be expected to
carry out these key duties:
TEACHING
- To contribute to teaching across the Undergraduate
Curriculum for years 3, 4, and 5 medical students from University of
Birmingham; to contribute to the teaching of medical students from University
of Warwick/Three Counties Medical School; contribute to the teaching and
support of other medical students (such as elective students) at the discretion
of Head/Deputy Head of Academy. It is expected that a 1WTE Fellow will commit a
minimum of 7 sessions per week to
undergraduate teaching.
- To assist with organisation, monitoring and teaching of
the undergraduate teaching programme.
- To assist in reviewing the current structure and
organisation of undergraduate teaching within the medical specialties to
instigate appropriate modifications.
- To contribute to specific teaching including
simulation, study days and induction programmes.
- Act as an
examiner for Birmingham, Three Counties Medical School and Warwick Medical
Students as required.
- Accountability, with respect to the performance of
teaching duties to the Lead Clinical Teaching Fellow and Head of Academy.
- The post provides the opportunity to study part-time
for a clinical educational qualification. This is strongly encouraged.
CLINICAL
The Clinical Teaching Fellow will be encouraged to gain
exposure to a clinical speciality of their choice for up to 2 sessions per week
such as clinical department capacity and educational commitments allow.
It is expected that the successful candidate 1WTE will
be allocated a minimum of 7 regular sessions each week to clinical teaching for
students. One session per week will be allocated to preparation, audit and CPD.
The teaching sessions will be timetabled flexibly to accommodate the students
other commitments. Candidates will be
required to work across two sites, the Alexandra Hospital and Worcestershire
Royal Hospital, in order to accommodate the Undergraduate Academys ability to
meet medical student learning outcomes with in the current training programmes.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
- Full registration with the GMC is essential.
- Candidates for the post of Clinical Teaching Fellow
should have completed two years of General Professional Training equivalent to
Foundation Training.
- The post does not currently have educational and
training approval from the Regional Postgraduate Dean.
Person Specification
Teaching Experience
Essential
- Ability to organise and deliver teaching across the whole undergraduate curriculum.
- Experience of teaching clinical skills to undergraduate medical students without requiring supervision.
- In depth knowledge of UK undergraduate curriculum.
Desirable
- Involvement as faculty in high fidelity simulation based course/ training.
- Experience of providing pastoral /well being support to medical students in a formally recognized role.
- Involvement in Medical School interviews .
- Involvement in Medical Schools recruitment (such as open days).
- Involvement in medical student OSCE examinations.
- Involvement in education related QIP.
Professional Values and Behaviours
Essential
- Practices with professional values and behaviours expected of all doctors set out in the GMC Good Medical Practice and the Professional Capabilities Framework (set out below).
- Adheres to professional requirements of annual appraisal, job planning and reviews of performance and progression.
Experience
Essential
- Completed at least 2 years full time postgraduate training such as satisfactory completion of F2 training, or equivalent. (or equivalent gained on part time basis) or have equivalent experience and competencies, at least eight months of which will be in Medicine/Surgery.
- Ability to take full and independent responsibility for clinical care of patients, both emergency and elective, within the scope of level of training and experience whilst remaining aware of their own limitations.
- Ability to use evidence based and experience of clinical audit conduct and management to support decision making.
Desirable
- Previous experience working in the NHS.
Qualifications
Essential
- Eligible for full GMC Registration with a License to practice at the time of appointment.
- MBChB, MBBS or equivalent medical qualification.
- ALS certification OR alternative specialty advanced qualification (such as APLS / ATLS) with adult BLS. All certificates to be in date at time of application.
Desirable
- Higher degree.
- MRCP/MRCS Part 1 or Membership examination with an alternative UK Royal College.
- Train the Teacher / Teach the Teacher or equivalent course.
- Formal further qualification in medical education eg. PGCert.
Management and Administrative Experience
Essential
- Ability to organise and prioritise workload effectively.
Desirable
- Attendance at recognised management courses/training.
Emotional Effort & Other Requirements
Essential
- Ability to deal with emotional, frightened or hostile patients, relatives and students, both face to face and via telephone calls.
- Ability to support patients and relatives in breaking bad news whilst working in the clinical setting.
- An understanding of the current NHS environment, particularly in relation to reforms, initiatives and issues.
- Able to meet the travel requirements of the job and return to the hospital within 30 minutes when undertaking non-resident on call duties.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to work effectively as a multidisciplinary team member, including under periods of pressure.
- Enquiring, critical approach to work with a commitment to Continuing Medical Education and Professional Development.
- Ability to communicate effectively with students, patients, relatives, nurses and other agencies.
- Flexible approach to work duties and reliable and supportive to other colleagues.
Desirable
- Interest in research in medical education.
- Understands self (strengths and weaknesses) and impact of behaviour on others.
Person Specification
Teaching Experience
Essential
- Ability to organise and deliver teaching across the whole undergraduate curriculum.
- Experience of teaching clinical skills to undergraduate medical students without requiring supervision.
- In depth knowledge of UK undergraduate curriculum.
Desirable
- Involvement as faculty in high fidelity simulation based course/ training.
- Experience of providing pastoral /well being support to medical students in a formally recognized role.
- Involvement in Medical School interviews .
- Involvement in Medical Schools recruitment (such as open days).
- Involvement in medical student OSCE examinations.
- Involvement in education related QIP.
Professional Values and Behaviours
Essential
- Practices with professional values and behaviours expected of all doctors set out in the GMC Good Medical Practice and the Professional Capabilities Framework (set out below).
- Adheres to professional requirements of annual appraisal, job planning and reviews of performance and progression.
Experience
Essential
- Completed at least 2 years full time postgraduate training such as satisfactory completion of F2 training, or equivalent. (or equivalent gained on part time basis) or have equivalent experience and competencies, at least eight months of which will be in Medicine/Surgery.
- Ability to take full and independent responsibility for clinical care of patients, both emergency and elective, within the scope of level of training and experience whilst remaining aware of their own limitations.
- Ability to use evidence based and experience of clinical audit conduct and management to support decision making.
Desirable
- Previous experience working in the NHS.
Qualifications
Essential
- Eligible for full GMC Registration with a License to practice at the time of appointment.
- MBChB, MBBS or equivalent medical qualification.
- ALS certification OR alternative specialty advanced qualification (such as APLS / ATLS) with adult BLS. All certificates to be in date at time of application.
Desirable
- Higher degree.
- MRCP/MRCS Part 1 or Membership examination with an alternative UK Royal College.
- Train the Teacher / Teach the Teacher or equivalent course.
- Formal further qualification in medical education eg. PGCert.
Management and Administrative Experience
Essential
- Ability to organise and prioritise workload effectively.
Desirable
- Attendance at recognised management courses/training.
Emotional Effort & Other Requirements
Essential
- Ability to deal with emotional, frightened or hostile patients, relatives and students, both face to face and via telephone calls.
- Ability to support patients and relatives in breaking bad news whilst working in the clinical setting.
- An understanding of the current NHS environment, particularly in relation to reforms, initiatives and issues.
- Able to meet the travel requirements of the job and return to the hospital within 30 minutes when undertaking non-resident on call duties.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to work effectively as a multidisciplinary team member, including under periods of pressure.
- Enquiring, critical approach to work with a commitment to Continuing Medical Education and Professional Development.
- Ability to communicate effectively with students, patients, relatives, nurses and other agencies.
- Flexible approach to work duties and reliable and supportive to other colleagues.
Desirable
- Interest in research in medical education.
- Understands self (strengths and weaknesses) and impact of behaviour on others.
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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
