Senior Clinical Fellow in Gynae Oncology

Job description

Job overview

This post would be particularly beneficial for those doctors wishing to gain additional experience in gynaecology oncology, both with clinical and operational experience.

Our department has a good track record for supporting clinical fellows with their goals and this post would be no exception.

This post will provide the opportunity for the post holder to access gynae oncology theatre sessions, fast track clinics and ward based clinical development. In addition, opportunity to develop skills in participating in MDTs, and working within the multidisciplinary team.

We have an active interest in education in the department, and would like to see the candidate contribute to teaching particularly in developing our fellows aiming for MRCOG.

The post holders will be required to contribute to a 48 hour EWTD full shift rota. The remainder of the job plan each week will consist of general middle grade duties on Labour Ward, gynaecology on call, gynae-oncology ward round and clinics.

Main duties of the job

The weekly timetable would be agreed upon appointment but would include exposure to gynae oncology theatres, fast track gynaecology clinics and oncology follow up clinics as well as labour ward and gynaecology on call, antenatal clinics in order to maintain general competencies. The timetable would also include attendance at MDT and gynae oncology ward rounds. When on a long day on call, the post holder would complete the full shift on labour ward as per usual practice in the department.

Working for our organisation

The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust is one of the largest NHS trusts in the West Midlands providing primary, acute and community services and we are incredibly proud of the diversity of both our staff and the communities we serve. We are building a workforce that can help us to fulfil our values, improve the quality of care for patients, and solve the health care problems of tomorrow. We're passionate about the value that diversity of thinking and lived experience brings in enabling us to become a learning organisation and leader in delivering compassionate care for our patients.

We are delighted that we have been rated as "Good" by CQC. We have achieved numerous awards; The Nursing Times Best Diversity and Inclusion Practice and Best UK Employer of the Year for Nursing Staff in 2020.

The Trust is a supportive working environment committed to creating flexible working arrangements that suit your needs and as such will consider all requests from applicants who wish to work flexibly.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

1) To support the inpatient service in Obstetrics and Gynaecology at New Cross Hospital.

2) Outpatient workload: as above

3) Research, education, audit and continuing professional development

a. To take responsibility for continuing professional education in accordance with guidelines set out by the appropriate college/faculty/professional body.

b. To initiate and participate in research and audit programmes in accordance with Trust policies and procedures.

c. To work in collaboration with colleagues in developing skills to provide new ways of working across different professions, organisations i.e. community/primary care.

4) In conjunction with colleagues, to ensure that the requirements of clinical governance are met.

5) Duties will involve labour ward cover, antenatal/ gynaecology clinics and elective operating theatre lists. The post holder will be responsible for the clinical care of Obstetric and Gynaecological patients under supervision as necessary.

6) The post holder will be responsible for the maintenance of proper case records and investigations on patients, and correspondence with General Practitioners and others as required.

7) General elements

a. To participate in clinical and other service activities with the object of ensuring a high standard of patient care.

b. To be able to work flexibly, and cross cover for colleagues.

c. To take an active part in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and training.

d. To contribute to the management of the clinical service and service development.

e. To contribute to the research and development of the department.

f. To provide cover for colleagues as appropriate and in accordance with local Trust arrangements and Trust Policy.

g. To observe the Trust's agreed policies and procedures

h. To take responsibility for your own health and safety complying with any safe working arrangements, policies and procedures which are in place.

i. To accept a duty to other staff and patients to ensure that any hazards are reported and managed appropriately.

j. To ensure that there are adequate arrangements for hospital staff involved in the care of patients to be able to contact you when necessary

k. We are committed to continued support for professional development, with study leave provided within budget.

l. The appointment(s) will be full time (fixed term) and will have an educational supervisor and a mentor.

m. Support for the new appointee will primarily be from within the Department.

Person specification

essential

Essential criteria

• MB BS (or equivalent) / Full MRCOG
• Full GMC registration
• Minimum of 5 years experience in Obstetrics and Gynaecology and evidence of commitment to the specilty
• Ability to undertake oncall on Senior Registrar tier in O&G
• Good organisational & management skills in order to help coordinate maternal medicine MDTs

Desirable criteria

• Knowledge and/or training in Human Factors.
• MRCOG part 2/3

essential

Essential criteria

• Able to undertake on-call work on the junior registrar tier in Obstetrics/Gynaecology (supported by Senior Registrar)
• Perform competently - Basic CS - ERPC - Non rotational ventouse and forceps - Perineal repair

desirable

Essential criteria

• Experience in teaching

Desirable criteria

• Genuine enthusiasm and commitment

Flexible Working - As a major employer in the Black Country and West Birmingham region we are committed to supporting all employees to achieve a healthy work life balance. We want the Black Country and West Birmingham region to be the best place to work and as such will consider all requests to work flexibly taking into account personal and individual circumstances alongside the needs of the service. We encourage all prospective applicants to discuss their individual circumstances with the Recruiting Manager as part of the on-boarding process.

Qualifications - Please be advised that if the post that you are applying for requires any level of qualification (e.g. A-Levels, Degree etc) or Professional Registration (e.g. Nursing and Midwifery Council, General Medical Council etc) you will be required to provide proof as part of the pre-employment process. By submitting your application you are giving the Trust permission to check the qualification certificates provided back to the source provider. Please note that a sample of all applicant's qualifications will be checked with the educational institution or provider. Furthermore, a sample of all applicants' qualifications will be checked back to the educational institution or provider to interview letters to further deter fraud.

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