Job summary
The post would be ideal for either a post IMT3-ST4 or a mid-scheme ST5-6, an experienced SHO or Specialist Registrar, who has a clinical background involving Dermatology. The successful applicant would also have an interest in medical education and educational research.
This is a post based in Dermatology at Nottingham University Hospitals Trust (NUH), Queen's Medical Centre Campus (QMC). It will offer a unique combination of teaching and clinical opportunities within QMC. It will involve taking a lead role in the organisation, development and delivery of clinical teaching and tutorials to medical students based at NUH, both within the clinical workplace and in a teaching/skills environment.
Personal teaching skills will be developed and improved, along with understanding and experience of experiential learning, competency assessment and evaluation tools. There will also be the opportunity to develop skills and experience in non-technical areas such as communication and de/briefing working alongside experienced faculty members UMED.
The post holder can undertake the taught M.Med.Sci (Clin.Ed) Course as a part time postgraduate student, which constitutes approximately 20 days contact time at the University of Nottingham or at another Higher Education Institution as applicable, plus reading and writing up of assignments and dissertation. 50% of the costs of the M Med Sci will need to be met by the successful applicant and 50% by the Trust for all UK applicants.
Main duties of the job
SAMPLE TIMETABLE
AM
PM
Monday
Introduction to Dermatology tutorial
Teaching session/CPD
Tuesday
Two week-wait skin cancer clinic
Adult general clinic
Wednesday
Teaching session/CPD
Practical skills teaching and suturing
Thursday
Admin/Acute dermatology
MDT/Clinical educational sessions
Friday
Skin biopsy/surgery list
Alternate weeks
Teaching (Week 1)
Formative assessment & Sign off (Week 2)
About us
Our values are: Caring and helpful; Safe and Vigilant for our patients and colleagues; Being Clinically Excellent and driving innovation to meet the needs of our patients; Using our Resources wisely whilst; Providing Quality products, services and experiences for staff and patient
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical Commitments
Clinical commitments will be arranged depending on the applicants ability and competence. Clinical experience will be established through the application process and interview. Clinical sessions will make up 50% of the job and include clinics, skin biopsy/surgery lists and acute dermatology (9am-5pm). The teaching fellow will be supervised by a consultant. There are opportunities to take part in clinical audit, quality improvement projects and research, which may lead to presentations and publications
Undergraduate Medical Teaching
The post holder will be responsible for the development and teaching to the Foundation for Practice Students (FFP) Dermatology medical students as they rotate through their placement at QMC. They will also have input alongside other Teaching Fellows into the Year 1 & 2 Early Clinical Experience Course and support other MACCS assessments and patient workshops within NUH. Responsibility for the following:
Organisation of a programme of learning over 12 months
Deliver induction, tutorials and practical skills sessions for medical students
Improve and develop teaching material to enhance the learning experience for students
Organising and conducting formative assessments
Contributing questions for online summative assessment.
Collating and disseminating feedback and updating the course/curriculum
To establish case histories available for tutorial discussions and develop self-directed learning materials.
Maintain key working relationships with clinical staff, administrative staff, academic staff, clinical directors in Dermatology Module and the undergraduate co-ordinator at QMC.
Support all areas of the clinical course, especially when the Dermatology teaching is not running, this includes bedside teaching and support, workshops, teaching fellow meetings and other initiatives
Providing intensive coaching for Dermatology re-sit and other clinical students
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical Commitments
Clinical commitments will be arranged depending on the applicants ability and competence. Clinical experience will be established through the application process and interview. Clinical sessions will make up 50% of the job and include clinics, skin biopsy/surgery lists and acute dermatology (9am-5pm). The teaching fellow will be supervised by a consultant. There are opportunities to take part in clinical audit, quality improvement projects and research, which may lead to presentations and publications
Undergraduate Medical Teaching
The post holder will be responsible for the development and teaching to the Foundation for Practice Students (FFP) Dermatology medical students as they rotate through their placement at QMC. They will also have input alongside other Teaching Fellows into the Year 1 & 2 Early Clinical Experience Course and support other MACCS assessments and patient workshops within NUH. Responsibility for the following:
Organisation of a programme of learning over 12 months
Deliver induction, tutorials and practical skills sessions for medical students
Improve and develop teaching material to enhance the learning experience for students
Organising and conducting formative assessments
Contributing questions for online summative assessment.
Collating and disseminating feedback and updating the course/curriculum
To establish case histories available for tutorial discussions and develop self-directed learning materials.
Maintain key working relationships with clinical staff, administrative staff, academic staff, clinical directors in Dermatology Module and the undergraduate co-ordinator at QMC.
Support all areas of the clinical course, especially when the Dermatology teaching is not running, this includes bedside teaching and support, workshops, teaching fellow meetings and other initiatives
Providing intensive coaching for Dermatology re-sit and other clinical students
Person Specification
Training & Qualifications
Essential
- GMC Full registration MBBS or equivalent
Desirable
- Distinction, prizes or honours during Undergraduate and Postgraduate training MRCP
Experience
Essential
- Satisfactory completion of clinical training attachments in Foundation training, or equivalent experience Minimum 6 months NHS experience
Desirable
- Clinical experience in Dermatology as a doctor
Teaching
Essential
- Enthusiastic and experienced in teaching clinical skills in the workplace or training environment to junior staff and students
Desirable
- Experience of teaching to multidisciplinary groups Has successfully completed formal teaching course such as 'training the trainers' or 'teaching skills' course Presentations at local/regional/national/international meetings
Research & Audit
Essential
- Evidence of active participation and completion of an audit project or quality improvement project
Person Specification
Training & Qualifications
Essential
- GMC Full registration MBBS or equivalent
Desirable
- Distinction, prizes or honours during Undergraduate and Postgraduate training MRCP
Experience
Essential
- Satisfactory completion of clinical training attachments in Foundation training, or equivalent experience Minimum 6 months NHS experience
Desirable
- Clinical experience in Dermatology as a doctor
Teaching
Essential
- Enthusiastic and experienced in teaching clinical skills in the workplace or training environment to junior staff and students
Desirable
- Experience of teaching to multidisciplinary groups Has successfully completed formal teaching course such as 'training the trainers' or 'teaching skills' course Presentations at local/regional/national/international meetings
Research & Audit
Essential
- Evidence of active participation and completion of an audit project or quality improvement project
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).