Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Subspeciality Fellow in Gynaecology Oncology (ST6 or above level) within the Obstetrics and Gynaecology Specialty at Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. Prior experience in obstetrics and gynaecology is essential for this post.
The post is a 2-year contract with the prospect of extending to 3 years if required.
Lancashire Teaching Hospital is a large teaching hospital closely linked with the University of Manchester. The successful candidate will contribute to the on call rota as negotiated between themselves and the department, dependant on outstanding training needs of the candidate
Main duties of the job
The Sub-Speciality Fellow in Gynaecological Oncology will work in the Department of Gynaecological Oncology, based at the Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust under supervision of Mr Georgios Angelopoulos (STPS) and Mr Nick Wood (Deputy STPS). The post offers a comprehensive programme in Gynaecological Oncology and should qualify the candidate for a consultant appointment in the subspecialty.
Candidates who have previous research experience in Gynaecological Oncology may apply to the RCOG Sub-specialty Board for research exemption although regardless a continuing commitment to clinical research will be expected and actively encouraged.
Please note: All applicants must hold a National Training Number (NTN) in order to be able to be eligible for this post
The Gynaecological Oncology service includes five Gynaecological Oncology consultants.
Weekly MDT meetings are held with clinical and medical oncology together with radiology and pathology colleagues on a Thursday morning, there is complex MDT with involvement of colorectal and urology colleagues.
As a valued member of the team, you will be included in the educational and training activities of the unit and encouraged to contribute to the teaching of nurses, midwives and medical students.
About us
LTHTR is a teaching hospital serving a local population of 450,000 across Greater Preston, Chorley and South Ribble.
In gynaecology we provide tertiary gynaecological oncology services for Lancashire and South Cumbria with a specialist team of gynaecology oncologists and host the weekly regional tertiary MDT.
We also provide services in benign gynaecology, early pregnancy, endometriosis, urogynaecology, ambulatory, menopause, paediatric, endocrine disorders, colposcopy, vulval conditions and termination of pregnancy.
The Trust also delivers regional services in neurosciences (neurosurgery and neurology), plastic surgery, renal medicine, vascular surgery, interventional radiology and hosts the regional trauma centre.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached Job description, Person specification and Specialty/ Trust Brochure for further details on:
What we can offer
Job Plan/On-call Requirements
The Team
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached Job description, Person specification and Specialty/ Trust Brochure for further details on:
What we can offer
Job Plan/On-call Requirements
The Team
Person Specification
Academic/research
Essential
- Demonstrates understanding of basic science research or clinical trial methodology
Desirable
- Evidence of academic prizes or honours at postgraduate level.
- Demonstrable output from previous research experience. Evidence of relevant peer reviewed papers and other publications (e.g. book chapter, book editor, case reports), within chosen sub- specialty
- Presentations (oral or poster) at international, national or regional meetings.
- Completion or near completion of : o MD/PhD thesis o Advanced Professional Module in Clinical Research Completion of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) training
- Attendance at course on research methodology, statistics or evidence based medicine.
Management
Essential
- Relevant contribution to management within obstetrics and gynaecology (rotas, committees, etc.).
Desirable
- Attendance at a medical management course.
- High quality output evident from management activities
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
- Evidence of distinction at university or postgraduate examinations. Evidence of further advanced clinical training in relevant sub-specialties (e.g. ATSM, ASM, Diplomas).
- Evidence further training in research, such as oHigher degree (MD/PhD) in relevant subspecialty
- Advanced Professional Module (APM) in Clinical Research.
- Advanced Training Skills Module (ATSM) in Gynaecological Oncology
- BSCCP or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Completion of a minimum of 5 years of specialty training in obstetrics and gynaecology at time of appointment i.e. equivalent to ST6/7 with successful ARCPs (or CCT in O&G post-dependent)
- Experience of dealing with complex obstetrics and gynaecology emergencies.
- Comprehensive general training and experience of working in busy obstetrics and gynaecology unit at senior level of training (>5000 deliveries) with solid basic surgical skills.
Desirable
- Completion of RCOG intermediate gynaecology ultrasound module or equivalent.
- Registered for BSCCP colposcopy training.
- Good progress or completion of ATSM or equivalent.
- Intermediate or advanced skills in transvaginal gynaecology ultrasound.
Career Progression
Essential
- Ability to provide complete details of employment history. Evidence that career progression is consistent with personal circumstances. Demonstrate clear interest in chosen subspecialty in career pathway to date.
Desirable
- Further training complementary to chosen career path.
Person Specification
Academic/research
Essential
- Demonstrates understanding of basic science research or clinical trial methodology
Desirable
- Evidence of academic prizes or honours at postgraduate level.
- Demonstrable output from previous research experience. Evidence of relevant peer reviewed papers and other publications (e.g. book chapter, book editor, case reports), within chosen sub- specialty
- Presentations (oral or poster) at international, national or regional meetings.
- Completion or near completion of : o MD/PhD thesis o Advanced Professional Module in Clinical Research Completion of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) training
- Attendance at course on research methodology, statistics or evidence based medicine.
Management
Essential
- Relevant contribution to management within obstetrics and gynaecology (rotas, committees, etc.).
Desirable
- Attendance at a medical management course.
- High quality output evident from management activities
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
- Evidence of distinction at university or postgraduate examinations. Evidence of further advanced clinical training in relevant sub-specialties (e.g. ATSM, ASM, Diplomas).
- Evidence further training in research, such as oHigher degree (MD/PhD) in relevant subspecialty
- Advanced Professional Module (APM) in Clinical Research.
- Advanced Training Skills Module (ATSM) in Gynaecological Oncology
- BSCCP or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Completion of a minimum of 5 years of specialty training in obstetrics and gynaecology at time of appointment i.e. equivalent to ST6/7 with successful ARCPs (or CCT in O&G post-dependent)
- Experience of dealing with complex obstetrics and gynaecology emergencies.
- Comprehensive general training and experience of working in busy obstetrics and gynaecology unit at senior level of training (>5000 deliveries) with solid basic surgical skills.
Desirable
- Completion of RCOG intermediate gynaecology ultrasound module or equivalent.
- Registered for BSCCP colposcopy training.
- Good progress or completion of ATSM or equivalent.
- Intermediate or advanced skills in transvaginal gynaecology ultrasound.
Career Progression
Essential
- Ability to provide complete details of employment history. Evidence that career progression is consistent with personal circumstances. Demonstrate clear interest in chosen subspecialty in career pathway to date.
Desirable
- Further training complementary to chosen career path.
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).
