Job summary
The department is supported at non-Consultant level by 15 ST 4-8 (Registrar) doctors working on a hybrid 2-Tier Full-Shift rota, 8 ST 1-2 level doctors, 6 Clinical Nurse Specialists and one Physician Associate.
There is a dedicated in-house Consultant led Neurosurgical teaching programme, and successful applicants will be supported in their broader professional and career development, particularly with reference to eventually obtaining FRCS (SN) and CESR. The successful candidate must be fully GMC registered with a license to practice, have prior experience in Neurosurgery at ST1-2 Level or equivalent and have completed the MRCS Exam in full.
Our vision is to create a world-class health organisation that builds on strong relations with our partners and the communities we serve - one dedicated to ending the historic health inequalities in east London. We will build an international reputation for excellence in patient care, research and education. And as members of UCL Partners, the largest academic health sciences system in the world, we will ensure that our patients are some of the first in the country to benefit from the latest drugs and treatments.
The Royal London Hospital benefits from close links with The Blizard Institute which is part of Queen Mary University of London where there is a dedicated trauma science centre and a dedicated neuroscience centre specializing in, among other things, head injury, spinal cord injury and neuro-inflammation.
Main duties of the job
Main duties and responsibilities:
1 Resident Full-Shift On-Call (12 hours)
2 General Neurosurgical Clinics per week
3 sessions of Elective Neurosurgical operating per week
4 Inpatient Ward-Rounds
About us
The Royal London Hospital is one of the UK's busiest and oldest teaching hospitals, operating in purpose built facilities close to the historic site in Whitechapel, East London. As well as Europe's largest Neuro-Trauma service, the Department of Neurosurgery provides a full range of sub-specialties, including Neuro-Oncology, Complex Spine, Neurovascular, Stereotactic Radiosurgery, Functional, Neuro-Modulation for Pain, Complex Hydrocephalus and Craniofacial Reconstruction. The Neurosurgeons are supported by a comprehensive Clinical Neurophysiology department (including intraoperative monitoring), dedicated Consultant Neuro-Radiologists, Neuro-intensive care (including a Neuro-Monitored unit within the department), Neurologists and a new Hyper-Acute Thrombectomy Service.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical Governance:
It will be expected that the candidate has prior experience of completing an Audit cycle and will have been involved in one or more quality improvement projects previously. As part of the yearly Appraisal process, they would be strongly encouraged to be actively involved in Clinical Governance within the department during their employment.
Research:
There are extensive opportunities to be involved in research whilst in post. The department has a very strong academic record, having been (and is currently) involved in several landmark Neurosurgical studies.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical Governance:
It will be expected that the candidate has prior experience of completing an Audit cycle and will have been involved in one or more quality improvement projects previously. As part of the yearly Appraisal process, they would be strongly encouraged to be actively involved in Clinical Governance within the department during their employment.
Research:
There are extensive opportunities to be involved in research whilst in post. The department has a very strong academic record, having been (and is currently) involved in several landmark Neurosurgical studies.
Person Specification
Quaification
Essential
- MB BS or equivalent
- Full GMC registration with a licence to practice
- MRCS
Desirable
- Prizes/Academic Distinctions
Knowledge
Essential
- Experience in Neurosurgery at Registrar (ST1-2) level
- Management/Audit experience
Desirable
- Publications/Research
- Experience in Neurosurgery at Registrar (ST6-8) level
Training
Essential
Personal skills
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
- Flexible approach to work and evidence of team working
- IT literate
Desirable
- Familiarity with databases
Personal qualities
Essential
- Self motivated
- Able to work under pressure
- Able to work as part of a team
- Reliable and dependable
Desirable
- Creative
- Adaptable
- Flexible
Person Specification
Quaification
Essential
- MB BS or equivalent
- Full GMC registration with a licence to practice
- MRCS
Desirable
- Prizes/Academic Distinctions
Knowledge
Essential
- Experience in Neurosurgery at Registrar (ST1-2) level
- Management/Audit experience
Desirable
- Publications/Research
- Experience in Neurosurgery at Registrar (ST6-8) level
Training
Essential
Personal skills
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
- Flexible approach to work and evidence of team working
- IT literate
Desirable
- Familiarity with databases
Personal qualities
Essential
- Self motivated
- Able to work under pressure
- Able to work as part of a team
- Reliable and dependable
Desirable
- Creative
- Adaptable
- Flexible
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).
