Job summary
Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking to appoint a Pre-Specialty Clinical Fellow in Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology (OMFP) working at DCT3 level. The successful candidate will be based at the Charles Clifford Dental Hospital, Sheffield.
This appointment is due to commence 06th September 2023 for a fixed term period of 12 months until 03rd September 2024.
The post does not award a National Training Number. As this post is not recognised as a 'training post', full registration with the GDC with a licence to practise is required, and if the appointee does not hold right of residence in the UK sponsorship will be required.
Main duties of the job
This Pre-Specialty Clinical Fellow (CF) post in Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology (OMFP) in Sheffield is a unique post offering a fully integrated experience into a diagnostic pathology service. We are the largest NHS training unit for OMFP in the UK and you will be supervised and supported by an experiencedteam of three consultants and 3 specialist trainees.
About us
Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's busiest and most successful NHS foundation trusts. We provide a full range of local hospital and community services for people in Sheffield, as well as specialist care for patients from further afield, including cancer, spinal cord injuries, renal and cardiothoracic services. In addition to community health services, the Trust comprises five of Yorkshire's best known teaching hospitals.
- The Royal Hallamshire Hospital
- The Northern General Hospital
- Charles Clifford Dental Hospital
- Weston Park Cancer Hospital
- Jessop Wing Maternity Hospital
The Trust has a history of high quality care, clinical excellence and innovation in medical research. We strive to promote a culture of continuous quality improvement and encourage our staff to innovate and adopt 'best practice' in order to deliver the highest standard of care to our patients.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This post is ideally suited to individuals who already have first-hand pathology experience at DCT2 level and wish to further their skills and knowledge in this specialty. As such we are keen to nurtureand develop your abilities in diagnostic pathology, allowing you to gain further experience in microscopic assessment both in diagnostic biopsies and resection work. Furthermore, you will gain invaluable experience in Oral Medicine and Dental and Maxillofacial Radiology through one sessions per week (in each specialty) on a Consultant clinic or a reporting session.
We will actively encourage and supportthe appointed Clinical Fellow to be involved in undergraduate teaching for which there are many opportunities to help with lectures, case seminars and virtual microscopy classes. The CF will have fantastic opportunities for involvement in clinical audits and a possibility of involvement in on-going research projects within the department. The post is ideal to those individuals who are interested in a career in diagnostic OMFP, with the intention that this post should put you in a strong position to apply for a SpR/ACF position in the future and support Specialist Entry in OMFP at National recruitment.
Above all, enthusiasm for OMFP and commitment to specialty is essential and we are keen to train those who wish to pursue this as a career and have already taken steps to acquire DCT2 level experience. Many of our past junior trainees and fellows have gone on to secure specialist training positions in OMFP and some of them are even consultants now! If you think a career in OMFP is for you and you want to acquire further skills in preparation for Specialty training, this Clinical Fellow post will be ideal for you.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This post is ideally suited to individuals who already have first-hand pathology experience at DCT2 level and wish to further their skills and knowledge in this specialty. As such we are keen to nurtureand develop your abilities in diagnostic pathology, allowing you to gain further experience in microscopic assessment both in diagnostic biopsies and resection work. Furthermore, you will gain invaluable experience in Oral Medicine and Dental and Maxillofacial Radiology through one sessions per week (in each specialty) on a Consultant clinic or a reporting session.
We will actively encourage and supportthe appointed Clinical Fellow to be involved in undergraduate teaching for which there are many opportunities to help with lectures, case seminars and virtual microscopy classes. The CF will have fantastic opportunities for involvement in clinical audits and a possibility of involvement in on-going research projects within the department. The post is ideal to those individuals who are interested in a career in diagnostic OMFP, with the intention that this post should put you in a strong position to apply for a SpR/ACF position in the future and support Specialist Entry in OMFP at National recruitment.
Above all, enthusiasm for OMFP and commitment to specialty is essential and we are keen to train those who wish to pursue this as a career and have already taken steps to acquire DCT2 level experience. Many of our past junior trainees and fellows have gone on to secure specialist training positions in OMFP and some of them are even consultants now! If you think a career in OMFP is for you and you want to acquire further skills in preparation for Specialty training, this Clinical Fellow post will be ideal for you.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered with the GDC with a license to practise
- Basic medical Degree or Basic Dental Degree
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Commencement of DCT2 training at the point of application
- Completion of UK Dental Core Training Year 1 at the point of application / interview
Research
Essential
- Ability to critically assess published research and incorporate it into clinical practice where appropriate
Desirable
- Publications in Peer reviewed journals
Personal attributes
Essential
- Good written communication skills
Continuous Professional Development
Essential
- Evidence of participation in CME/CPD in the last 12 months
Desirable
- Maintenance of a CPD diary or portfolio
Personal attributes
Essential
- Demonstrates behaviour consistent with PROUD values (see appendix)
- The applicant must demonstrate skills in listening, reading, writing and speaking the English language that enables effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues as set out in the GMC' good medical practice (2013).
Clinical experience
Essential
- Completion of DCT2 upon commencement in post
Research
Desirable
- Ideas for future research whilst in post
Teaching and training
Desirable
- To have the ability and willingness to teach at all levels and to all groups of staff
- Experience of teaching medical students, dental students and junior doctors.
Management and Administration
Desirable
- Awareness of current issues in NHS
Clinical governance and audit
Essential
- Committed to and understands the principles of clinical governance
- Understands the principles outlined in the GMC document Good Medical Practice
- Understands the requirements of Medical Appraisal and Revalidation
Desirable
- Active involvement in a clinical governance programme
Personal attributes
Essential
- Good time management skills
- Good oral communication skills
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered with the GDC with a license to practise
- Basic medical Degree or Basic Dental Degree
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Commencement of DCT2 training at the point of application
- Completion of UK Dental Core Training Year 1 at the point of application / interview
Research
Essential
- Ability to critically assess published research and incorporate it into clinical practice where appropriate
Desirable
- Publications in Peer reviewed journals
Personal attributes
Essential
- Good written communication skills
Continuous Professional Development
Essential
- Evidence of participation in CME/CPD in the last 12 months
Desirable
- Maintenance of a CPD diary or portfolio
Personal attributes
Essential
- Demonstrates behaviour consistent with PROUD values (see appendix)
- The applicant must demonstrate skills in listening, reading, writing and speaking the English language that enables effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues as set out in the GMC' good medical practice (2013).
Clinical experience
Essential
- Completion of DCT2 upon commencement in post
Research
Desirable
- Ideas for future research whilst in post
Teaching and training
Desirable
- To have the ability and willingness to teach at all levels and to all groups of staff
- Experience of teaching medical students, dental students and junior doctors.
Management and Administration
Desirable
- Awareness of current issues in NHS
Clinical governance and audit
Essential
- Committed to and understands the principles of clinical governance
- Understands the principles outlined in the GMC document Good Medical Practice
- Understands the requirements of Medical Appraisal and Revalidation
Desirable
- Active involvement in a clinical governance programme
Personal attributes
Essential
- Good time management skills
- Good oral communication skills
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).
