Surgical simulation fellowship

Job description

Job responsibilities

This is an exciting opportunity for a part time (12 months) simulation research post at Torbay Hospital South Devon on behalf of Health Education England. The post would involve working towards creation of a surgical simulator with 3D modelling to include orchidopexy, open appendicectomy and open inguinal hernia repair. The majority of training can be delivered off site with e learning and MSteams meetings. However a small proportion of the time will need to be spent face to face at Torbay Hospital.

The successful candidate would take time away from their clinical post with 50% of their full time salary being paid by Health Education England through their parent trust educational contract.

The post includes e- learning for Fusion 360 a 3D modelling programme through from basics to intermediary level including slicing. Access and links to an industrial medical grade 3D printer. In the aspiration of creation of the above simulator.

The post holder will also be expected to support the Peninsula Surgical education programme and the COVID recovery programme for surgical trainees by implementation of simulation in surgery.

The post being offered is at 50% of full time equivalent. The clinical component will remain with your parent trust and all associated responsibilities for training. Due to GMC requirements the clinical component is advised not to drop below 50%. Although we welcome applications from LTFT.

We offer an ambulatory service at Torbay hospital which manages an average take of 20 ambulatory patients and an average take of 20 patient referrals per day. We have two ambulatory fellows that assist five days a week with the ambulatory component of the on call.

The post being offered is at 50% of full time equivalent. The clinical component will remain with your parent trust and all associated responsibilities for training. Due to GMC requirements the clinical component is advised not to drop below 50%. Although we welcome applications from LTFT.

We offer an ambulatory service at Torbay hospital which manages an average take of 20 ambulatory patients and an average take of 20 patient referrals per day. We have two ambulatory fellows that assist five days a week with the ambulatory component of the on call.

The post would be part of the general surgical on-call rota 1:8 and have regular access to Upper GI elective and emergency lists. Audit/research and publication would be encouraged.

The on-call team is well supported Monday to Friday with 2 physician associates, two on call SHO, two on call house officers and 2 Consultants (one UGI and one LGI).

This post attracts an on-call supplement per annum.

All Registrar level surgeons are involved in all teams and share the on-call service with compliant shift patterns.

Take part in rostered emergency work

Attend and participate in ward rounds as timetabled.

Attend outpatient clinics.

Attend operating lists for both emergency and elective cases

rota with prospective cover.

The expectation is for the successful applicant to work clinically 2.5 days a week and and 2.5 days a week will be dedicated academic time. Clinical time would include theatre, outpatients and endoscopy training.

The post allows the applicant for 2.5 days per week (or LTFT equivalent) to focus on delivering personal training in 3D modelling and surgical simulation.

Torbay Hospital is situated in a lovely part of South Devon. Known as the English Riviera, it offers plenty of beaches, beautiful countryside and temperate weather. Torbay is ideal for water sports enthusiasts and for those who like the countryside. Dartmoor is within very easy reach.

The Hospital itself is situated on the outskirts of Torquay approximately 1.5 miles from the Town Centre, 4 miles from Newton Abbot and 2 miles from the sea. Plymouth and Exeter are within easy travelling distance.

There are several squash courts nearby and large sports complexes at Paignton and Newton Abbot.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
• Successful completion of MRCS by examination by day after results for May 2022 examination diet are released.
• Be eligble for full registration with, and hold a current licence to practise from, the GMC at intended start date.
• Have evidence of achievement of foundation competencies from a UKFPO-affiliated foundation programme or equivalent, in line with GMC standards/ Good Medical Practice.
• Be eligible to work in the UK.
• Evidence of CT/ST1 competences in core surgery at the time of application and CT/ST2 competences in core surgery by time of appointment. Acceptable evidence includes satisfactory ARCP outcome of completion of of Core Surgical Training Programme of Certificate of Readiness to Enter Higher Surgical Training.
• Capacity to apply sound knowledge and judgement to problems.
• Ability to prioritise clinical need.
• Demonstrates appropriate technical and clinical competence and evidence of the development of diagnostic skills and clinical judgement.
• Validated logbook document of surgical exposure to date.
• Applicants must have demonstrable skils in written and spoken English, adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patient and colleagues, as assessed by the General Medical Council.
• Understands, respects and demonstrates the values of the NHS (e.g. Everyone Counts, Improving Lives, Commitment to Quality of Care, Respect & Dignity, Working Together For Patients, Compassion)
• Applicants must meet professional health requirements (in line with GMC Standards / Good Medical Practice).
• Capacity to manage time and prioritise workload, balance urgent and important demands, follow instructions.
• Capacity to communicate effectively and sensitivity to others.
• Capacity to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary team.
• Demonstrates effective judgement and decision making skills.
• Capacity to operative effectively under pressure and remain objective in highly emotive / pressurised situations.
• Able to discuss treatment options with patients in a way they can understand.
• Demonstrate leadership, when appropriate.
• Capacity to establish good working relationships with others
• Awareness of own limitations, and when to ask for help.

Desirable

• PGcert in education or related field
• Hold a general surgery, urology, vascular or breast ST3 or equivalent post
• Evidence of training in basic surgical skills.
• Previous experience in surgical simulation

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Torbay Hospital

Lawes Bridge

Torquay

TQ2 7AA

Employer's website

https://www.torbayandsouthdevon.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)