Job summary
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Please see below for detailed job description of the role.
Main duties of the job
We are eager to invite applications for our Foundation Fellowship Programme at University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust.
We are seeking to appoint Foundation Fellowship Doctors at Year 1 Level. These posts are to commence on the 5th February 2025 for a period of 24 months.There will be an additional supernumerary period starting on the 8th January for those new to the NHS.
The Foundation Fellowship Programme is an exciting opportunity for trainees interested in pursuing a career in Medicine or Surgery. This opportunity will allow you to gain experience of clinical medicine or surgery and depending on grade to be involved in the on-call rota.Successful candidates will spend their time in various sub-specialties, rotating at 6 monthly intervals. This gives candidates a great opportunity to spend time in a sub speciality and work closely with leaders in that field.
Having just recently graduated from medical school you will find this year a great way to develop your skills and knowledge of working with in the NHS.
About us
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated 'Good' by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.
We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.
We are a large teaching hospital with tertiary speciality access. Joining as a Foundation Fellowship Year 1 doctor you will also have access to the education resources such as use of the electronic portfolio, named educational and clinical supervisor and opportunity to engage in the established teaching program. There is also access to study leave and study budget, grade dependant.
Job description
Job responsibilities
WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR- You will need full GMC registration with a licence to practice to apply for this post, If youre applying from outside the UK youll also require:- EU citizens require OET/IELTS 7.5 or above- Outside of the EU will require OET/IELTS 7.5 & PLAB 1&2
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Medical and Surgical rotations-Fully supported Skilled worker visa applications to work within the UK-A dedicated Foundation Fellowship team to help support you in your work/life balance- Hospital-based learning opportunities as those in a national training post-Access to ePortfolio to track acquired competencies as per national training posts which will inform your CREST to enable the ability to apply for UK speciality training programmes.-Fellowship Annual Reviews to help towards your GMC revalidation
Appointment will be made under local contractual terms and conditions of service for Trust appointed (non-training fellow doctors and dentists).
Successful candidates will have an educational framework equivalent to training grade doctors, and there will be a named educational supervisor assigned at the start of the post. The opportunity for Continued Professional Development (CPD) is highly supported and encouraged by the Trust, with options available to take study leave. All licensed doctors must meet the GMC requirements for revalidation and there will be an annual appraisal to support this process.
Grades for Trust appointed (non-training) fellows will be paid a basic salary at a nodal pay point linked to the grade, at the rate set out in the National Medical and Dental pay circular. Basic salary detailed below plus any additional remuneration (as applicable) for hours set out in the doctors work schedule (e.g. additional hours, weekend allowance, and any hours which attract enhanced pay)
Basic Salary MT01 £32,398
Travelling expenses will not be paid for attending interview
Please note that GMC registration (with a licence to practice) and right to work in the UK are essential for this role. Successful applicants will already have GMC registration or will be able to demonstrate they are eligible. Applicants requiring Tier 2 sponsorship should ensure they meet the Home Office application criteria prior to submitting an application.
Interviews will be held on :TBC
Job Reference: MT1230 -MEDICAL This vacancy closes on or before: 25TH August 2024The Foundation Fellowship Programme attracts a high number of applicants, once the number has reached our maximum limit, the advert will be closed. Please make sure you fill in and send your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Job description
Job responsibilities
WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR- You will need full GMC registration with a licence to practice to apply for this post, If youre applying from outside the UK youll also require:- EU citizens require OET/IELTS 7.5 or above- Outside of the EU will require OET/IELTS 7.5 & PLAB 1&2
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Medical and Surgical rotations-Fully supported Skilled worker visa applications to work within the UK-A dedicated Foundation Fellowship team to help support you in your work/life balance- Hospital-based learning opportunities as those in a national training post-Access to ePortfolio to track acquired competencies as per national training posts which will inform your CREST to enable the ability to apply for UK speciality training programmes.-Fellowship Annual Reviews to help towards your GMC revalidation
Appointment will be made under local contractual terms and conditions of service for Trust appointed (non-training fellow doctors and dentists).
Successful candidates will have an educational framework equivalent to training grade doctors, and there will be a named educational supervisor assigned at the start of the post. The opportunity for Continued Professional Development (CPD) is highly supported and encouraged by the Trust, with options available to take study leave. All licensed doctors must meet the GMC requirements for revalidation and there will be an annual appraisal to support this process.
Grades for Trust appointed (non-training) fellows will be paid a basic salary at a nodal pay point linked to the grade, at the rate set out in the National Medical and Dental pay circular. Basic salary detailed below plus any additional remuneration (as applicable) for hours set out in the doctors work schedule (e.g. additional hours, weekend allowance, and any hours which attract enhanced pay)
Basic Salary MT01 £32,398
Travelling expenses will not be paid for attending interview
Please note that GMC registration (with a licence to practice) and right to work in the UK are essential for this role. Successful applicants will already have GMC registration or will be able to demonstrate they are eligible. Applicants requiring Tier 2 sponsorship should ensure they meet the Home Office application criteria prior to submitting an application.
Interviews will be held on :TBC
Job Reference: MT1230 -MEDICAL This vacancy closes on or before: 25TH August 2024The Foundation Fellowship Programme attracts a high number of applicants, once the number has reached our maximum limit, the advert will be closed. Please make sure you fill in and send your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Person Specification
Qualifications and training
Essential
- GMC registration with a licence to practice
- Undergraduate medical training undertaken in English; or valid English language certificate:
Desirable
- Undergraduate medical training undertaken in English; or valid English language certificate
Previous or relevant experience
Essential
- At least 1 year of relevant Pre-registration house office equivalent experience
Desirable
- Evidence of involvement in an audit project, a quality improvement project, formal research project or other activity
- Previous UK experience
- Evidence of relevant academic and research achievements e.g. degrees, prizes, awards, distinctions, publications, presentations, other achievements
- Demonstrates understanding of research, including awareness of ethical issues
Aptitudes and skills
Essential
- Evidence of participation in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching
Desirable
- Global score - Language and application etiquette
- Global score - Experience and impressive attributes
Aptitudes and skills
Essential
- Evidence of competence in practical procedures relevant to the training programme applied for
Living the Trust values
Essential
- Patients First
- Always Improving
- Working Together
Previous or relevant experience
Essential
- Appropriate knowledge base, and ability to apply sound clinical judgement to problems
Aptitudes and skills
Essential
- Evidence and ability to work effectively in multiprofessional teams
- Evidence and ability to communicate and liaise effectively with patients and colleagues (verbal and written communication skills in English).
- Demonstrate good organisational skills including ability to prioritise effectively and meet deadlines
- Demonstrate the ability to be calm, compassionate, and able to respond efficiently to various circumstances, which may change rapidly
- The applicant must demonstrate an understanding of the outcomes to be achieved in the UK Foundation Programme as set out in the GMC's: The Trainee Doctor (2011)
Person Specification
Qualifications and training
Essential
- GMC registration with a licence to practice
- Undergraduate medical training undertaken in English; or valid English language certificate:
Desirable
- Undergraduate medical training undertaken in English; or valid English language certificate
Previous or relevant experience
Essential
- At least 1 year of relevant Pre-registration house office equivalent experience
Desirable
- Evidence of involvement in an audit project, a quality improvement project, formal research project or other activity
- Previous UK experience
- Evidence of relevant academic and research achievements e.g. degrees, prizes, awards, distinctions, publications, presentations, other achievements
- Demonstrates understanding of research, including awareness of ethical issues
Aptitudes and skills
Essential
- Evidence of participation in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching
Desirable
- Global score - Language and application etiquette
- Global score - Experience and impressive attributes
Aptitudes and skills
Essential
- Evidence of competence in practical procedures relevant to the training programme applied for
Living the Trust values
Essential
- Patients First
- Always Improving
- Working Together
Previous or relevant experience
Essential
- Appropriate knowledge base, and ability to apply sound clinical judgement to problems
Aptitudes and skills
Essential
- Evidence and ability to work effectively in multiprofessional teams
- Evidence and ability to communicate and liaise effectively with patients and colleagues (verbal and written communication skills in English).
- Demonstrate good organisational skills including ability to prioritise effectively and meet deadlines
- Demonstrate the ability to be calm, compassionate, and able to respond efficiently to various circumstances, which may change rapidly
- The applicant must demonstrate an understanding of the outcomes to be achieved in the UK Foundation Programme as set out in the GMC's: The Trainee Doctor (2011)
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).
