Job summary
This 1 year post is designed to offer a unique 50:50 split between Clinical Hepatology Service Provision/Training and Translational Research & Clinical Trials Experience. The successful applicant will undertake a translational research project supervised by Dr Vishal Patel and his research group focusing on the rapid infection diagnostics in cirrhosis (RIDiC) study, with an opportunity to also be involved in clinical trial delivery. RIDiC has attracted external, peer-reviewed funding (GUTS UK) and is being conducted as part of an investigator-initiated study, supported by Oxford Nanopore UK. This work aims to address the increase in infection-related complications andmortality in cirrhosis, compounded by the challenges of antimicrobial resistance. Many of the techniques relate to novel microbiome workstreams also being researched in the Patel lab, with the candidate having unique exposure to these aspects as part of the role.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will be involved in fixed clinical commitments which will be determined by both their clinical training needs and the service requirements of the Liver Unit. Clinical service commitments will include 2 outpatient clinics per week as well as involvement in MDTs and clinical governance, and will complement to an extent the research project.
About us
King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of c£1.8 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts a year and more than 15,000 staff based across South East London. The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. The trust-wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reach is our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we aim to take Team King's to another level.
We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people.
King's is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone's contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust's carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Together with other colleagues to provide a service for patients. This includes all aspectsof treatment and relevant management duties for the proper functioning of the Care Group. Shared responsibility with other colleagues for providing 24 hours, 7 days a week coverfor the Unit on a rota basis. Responsible also for covering colleagues periods of annualleave and short-term sickness. Participation in Multi-disciplinary Meetings. Contribution to audit and clinical governance programmes. Responsible for outpatient clinic commitments in peripheral hospitals as agreed with theCare Group management team. Contribute to the Care Group research interests in accordance with the Trusts R&Dframework. Contribute to the audit programmes, Morbidity and Mortality, clinical governance programsand learning from Deaths. Conduct all activities within the contracted level of service and operating plan forservice(s). Work in conjunction with clinical and other professional colleagues to ensure that theproductivity of staff within the specialty is maintained and their job satisfaction is enhanced. This may include involvement in the appraisal process for peers and/or junior colleagues. Be aware of, and comply with, all Trust infection prevention and control policies, to includehand hygiene, personal hygiene, environmental and food hygiene.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Together with other colleagues to provide a service for patients. This includes all aspectsof treatment and relevant management duties for the proper functioning of the Care Group. Shared responsibility with other colleagues for providing 24 hours, 7 days a week coverfor the Unit on a rota basis. Responsible also for covering colleagues periods of annualleave and short-term sickness. Participation in Multi-disciplinary Meetings. Contribution to audit and clinical governance programmes. Responsible for outpatient clinic commitments in peripheral hospitals as agreed with theCare Group management team. Contribute to the Care Group research interests in accordance with the Trusts R&Dframework. Contribute to the audit programmes, Morbidity and Mortality, clinical governance programsand learning from Deaths. Conduct all activities within the contracted level of service and operating plan forservice(s). Work in conjunction with clinical and other professional colleagues to ensure that theproductivity of staff within the specialty is maintained and their job satisfaction is enhanced. This may include involvement in the appraisal process for peers and/or junior colleagues. Be aware of, and comply with, all Trust infection prevention and control policies, to includehand hygiene, personal hygiene, environmental and food hygiene.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registrable medical qualification
- MRCP or equivalent
- Full registration with GMC/GDC with License to Practice.
Desirable
Training and experience
Essential
- Registrar or equivalent training in gastroenterology and/or Hepatology (ST 6 level or above).
Desirable
Audit
Essential
- Understanding of principles of medical audit and undertaken audit projects
Research and publications
Essential
- Understanding of the concept of research. Understanding of research governance and ethics
Desirable
- Previous involvement in research projects with abstracts accepted at (inter)national conferences (posters, oral presentations)
Personal skills
Essential
- Effective communicator, able to work in a close-knit team and co-operate with all medical and paramedical staff.
- Professional attitude towards work; reliability, good record of attendance and tidy personal appearance
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registrable medical qualification
- MRCP or equivalent
- Full registration with GMC/GDC with License to Practice.
Desirable
Training and experience
Essential
- Registrar or equivalent training in gastroenterology and/or Hepatology (ST 6 level or above).
Desirable
Audit
Essential
- Understanding of principles of medical audit and undertaken audit projects
Research and publications
Essential
- Understanding of the concept of research. Understanding of research governance and ethics
Desirable
- Previous involvement in research projects with abstracts accepted at (inter)national conferences (posters, oral presentations)
Personal skills
Essential
- Effective communicator, able to work in a close-knit team and co-operate with all medical and paramedical staff.
- Professional attitude towards work; reliability, good record of attendance and tidy personal appearance
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).
