Job summary
The post-holder will work as part of the ENT department and will be based at St Mary's. The Simulation Fellow will be assigned to the role of organizing, executing and collecting data from the pan-Thames ENT simulation program at Imperial whilst they have the option to undertake an MSc in surgical innovation.
The simulation program has been running for over 10 years and has an excellent track record of engagement from all units in North Thames and a remarkable publication record. In addition, the appointee is expected to maintain good medical practice when dealing with patients and relatives, electively or as emergencies. The appointee will take part of the on-call ENT rota.
Main duties of the job
- Organise and facilitate the delivery of the pan-London ENT simulation curriculum at the Paterson Centre in St Mary's site, and occasionally at the anatomy lab at Charing Cross Hospital. Working closely with the simulation lead and administrative staff.
- The post holder will be responsible, as part of the ENT team to participate in the on-call rota, attend ward round, manage emergency cases and participate in educational activities in the unit.
- The post holder will occasionally be involved in the day-to-day running of the ENT inpatient service. This will include attending ward rounds and managing emergency cases and will have opportunities to attend theatre lists.
- The post holder will also undertake outpatient clinics, including running the emergency clinics.
- During their time in the ENT department, the Fellow can expect to improve their clinical and surgical skills in general ENT and other subspecialist areas to a certain extent. The post holders will be involved in Quality Improvement projects.
- The post holder will provide high quality care to patients in ENT surgery. They are expected to:
- Be medically qualified and maintain GMC specialist registration.
- Develop and maintain the competencies required to carry out the duties required of the post.
- Ensure prompt attendance at agreed direct clinical care activities.
- Involve patients in decisions about their care and respond to their views.
About us
At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care. Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career. Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.
We encourage staff to have the Covid vaccination to protect themselves, patients, other colleagues as well as the wider community. Please note it is an operational requirement to comply with infection prevention and control procedures within the Trust such as lateral flow testing, handwashing and the wearing of masks, according to the procedures in place at any time or location.
As part of our continued response to Covid19 we are still conducting the majority of our interviews virtually.
We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part-time or job share. Please talk to us at interview.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Simulation Fellow works the 15 week rolling rota with on calls scheduled as outlined in Working Arrangements section of the Job Description.
The Simulation Days are programmed ad-hoc and supersede any clinical duties. If Simulation Days are scheduled for a non-working day, this will be regained as time off in lieu to maintain compliance with the working time directive.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Simulation Fellow works the 15 week rolling rota with on calls scheduled as outlined in Working Arrangements section of the Job Description.
The Simulation Days are programmed ad-hoc and supersede any clinical duties. If Simulation Days are scheduled for a non-working day, this will be regained as time off in lieu to maintain compliance with the working time directive.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- On GMC registered/ licensed Medical Practitioner
Relevant experience
Essential
- Special Interest in ENT Surgery
Desirable
- 6 months Experience in ENT
Clinical skills
Essential
- Understanding of management of ENT inpatients and common ENT emergencies
Desirable
- Experience in managing common ENT presentations and exposure to ENT outpatients and theatres
Audit
Essential
- Understanding of principles of clinical audit
Desirable
- Completed audit projects and change in practice
Academic achievements
Essential
- Understanding of the principles of clinical and scientific research
Desirable
- Evidence of academic involvement, academic achievement, presentations, publications or post graduate degree
Communication Skills
Essential
- Excellent written and spoken communications, ability to build rapport, work with others.
- Persuade, negotiate IT Skills and computer literacy
Desirable
- Evidence of academic and clinical teamwork
- Ability to work within Multidisciplinary group
Language
Essential
- Able to speak and write English to the appropriate standard necessary to fulfil the job requirements
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- On GMC registered/ licensed Medical Practitioner
Relevant experience
Essential
- Special Interest in ENT Surgery
Desirable
- 6 months Experience in ENT
Clinical skills
Essential
- Understanding of management of ENT inpatients and common ENT emergencies
Desirable
- Experience in managing common ENT presentations and exposure to ENT outpatients and theatres
Audit
Essential
- Understanding of principles of clinical audit
Desirable
- Completed audit projects and change in practice
Academic achievements
Essential
- Understanding of the principles of clinical and scientific research
Desirable
- Evidence of academic involvement, academic achievement, presentations, publications or post graduate degree
Communication Skills
Essential
- Excellent written and spoken communications, ability to build rapport, work with others.
- Persuade, negotiate IT Skills and computer literacy
Desirable
- Evidence of academic and clinical teamwork
- Ability to work within Multidisciplinary group
Language
Essential
- Able to speak and write English to the appropriate standard necessary to fulfil the job requirements
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).
