The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Teaching Fellow in Obstetrics & Gynaecology

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Job summary

We have opportunities based in Obstetrics and Gynaecology at Royal Victoria Infirmary. The duties of the post holder include supporting the delivery of high-quality medical education including the development, delivery and evaluation of courses. Clinical duties are at ST1-2 level.

The post would suit trainees who have a special interest in Clinical Education and the post holders will have the opportunity to study for the Postgraduate Certificate in Clinical Education. Ideally applicants will have completed Foundation Training and / or Core Training. The post will provide a solid basis from which to apply for either a CT post or an ST posts

The posts are available from Wednesday 07.08.24 - Tuesday 06.08.25 and you must have full GMC registration with a licence to practise. You must have worked in the NHS for two years as of August 2024.

Please read attached Job Description and Person Specification.

Main duties of the job

The individual will be expected to perform duties and take clinical responsibility to ST1-2 or ST3+ level depending on post appointed to. The duties of the post holder include supporting the delivery of high quality medical education including the development, delivery and evaluation of courses. Clinical duties of the post holder will be post-specific.

You are encouraged to complete a postgraduate certificate in clinical education at UCLAN and this will be funded by your teaching fellow post, this course is fully online. The course is widely respected and professionally recognised by the Higher Education Academy and is a valuable asset that is applicable to any medical career. Through studying for this course part time, teaching fellows can build upon and develop their current educational practices. Current modules included in the course are Teaching and Learning in the Classroom, Teaching and Learning in the Workplace, Understanding Programmes of Learning.

Please read attached Job Description and Person Specification.

About us

For further information please contact Sophie Reynolds on 0191 21 37695 or via email sophie.reynolds11@nhs.net.

You will be redirected to Trac to apply for the vacancy. Please complete the application form in full, ensuring that you provide references to cover the last 3 years. For any further queries, please contact Claudia Sweeney, Senior HR Advisor at nuth.hrmedicalstaffing@nhs.net quoting the post reference number.

Please read attached Job Description and Person Specification.

Details

Date posted

10 January 2024

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£43,923 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

317-TF-24-007

Job locations

Obstetrics Specialty - RVI

Newcastle upon Tyne

NE1 4LP


Job description

Job responsibilities

Teaching:

The successful applicant will be responsible for delivering clinical teaching sessions to Newcastle University medical students attached to Newcastle Hospitals. The Trust has a role in the delivery of teaching to all 5 years of the undergraduate MBBS programme but most of the teaching will be delivered to students in years 3, 4 and 5. As well as delivering fixed commitments within the programme it is hoped Teaching Fellows will develop their own innovative ideas for clinical teaching during their time with us.

The Trust Undergraduate Team consists of a group of enthusiastic Clinicians under the leadership of Assistant Director of Medical Education Dr Simon Hill, supported by Teaching Fellow Lead Mr Andrew Bowey and an invaluable team of Administrative staff. We will offer support and supervision over the year as well as training and mentorship so that you develop your own teaching skills and understanding of wider issues in medical education. As well as being offered in-house induction and training, the post holder will be also be supported to undertake the Certificate of Clinical Education at UCLAN as part of this post.

For more information about Undergraduate Teaching and an overview of the Newcastle University MBBS degree programme visit http://www.ncl.ac.uk/mbbs/ or contact Mr Andrew Bowey: Andrew.Bowey@nhs.net

Clinical:

Our Teaching Fellows in Obstetrics and Gynaecology work with our consultant undergraduate leads to support the delivery of the 6-week Year 3 Reproductive Health placement. They will also be involved with the development and delivery of the first Year 5 Assistantships in Womens Health which will run at the end of 2021. 50% of the clinical fellow daytime duties are protected for teaching time with the remainder of their duties being within the Tier 1 O&G 1:12 rota alongside Specialty Trainees, GPVTS trainees and F2 colleagues. They will contribute to the acute and elective care of women with a wide range of obstetric and gynaecological problems on the Delivery Suite, Maternity Assessment Unit, and Antenatal Clinics, as well as contributing to operative Gynaecological (main, day case and out-patient sedation) lists, and outpatient clinics.

Personal Education:

All staff are encouraged to learn from the extensive clinical education activities that take place in the Trust, and there are a number of weekly meetings that provide excellent educational opportunities. Successful applicants will be encouraged to study for the postgraduate certificate in clinical education. This may be part or fully refunded, subject to successful completion of the year and course.

Administrative:

Successful applicants will be expected to carry out all administrative tasks allocated to him/her by the Medical Education Manager, or clinical supervisor, including keeping of inpatient records, ordering investigations and receiving results.

Research/Audit:

The medical education department has a strong reputation for excellent medical education and there are many ongoing projects. The high volume of educational activity performed in the Trust ensures there is a vast opportunity to instigate and perform research/audit projects. Such activity is encouraged and results presented at regional and national meetings.

Please read attached Job Description and Person Specification

Job description

Job responsibilities

Teaching:

The successful applicant will be responsible for delivering clinical teaching sessions to Newcastle University medical students attached to Newcastle Hospitals. The Trust has a role in the delivery of teaching to all 5 years of the undergraduate MBBS programme but most of the teaching will be delivered to students in years 3, 4 and 5. As well as delivering fixed commitments within the programme it is hoped Teaching Fellows will develop their own innovative ideas for clinical teaching during their time with us.

The Trust Undergraduate Team consists of a group of enthusiastic Clinicians under the leadership of Assistant Director of Medical Education Dr Simon Hill, supported by Teaching Fellow Lead Mr Andrew Bowey and an invaluable team of Administrative staff. We will offer support and supervision over the year as well as training and mentorship so that you develop your own teaching skills and understanding of wider issues in medical education. As well as being offered in-house induction and training, the post holder will be also be supported to undertake the Certificate of Clinical Education at UCLAN as part of this post.

For more information about Undergraduate Teaching and an overview of the Newcastle University MBBS degree programme visit http://www.ncl.ac.uk/mbbs/ or contact Mr Andrew Bowey: Andrew.Bowey@nhs.net

Clinical:

Our Teaching Fellows in Obstetrics and Gynaecology work with our consultant undergraduate leads to support the delivery of the 6-week Year 3 Reproductive Health placement. They will also be involved with the development and delivery of the first Year 5 Assistantships in Womens Health which will run at the end of 2021. 50% of the clinical fellow daytime duties are protected for teaching time with the remainder of their duties being within the Tier 1 O&G 1:12 rota alongside Specialty Trainees, GPVTS trainees and F2 colleagues. They will contribute to the acute and elective care of women with a wide range of obstetric and gynaecological problems on the Delivery Suite, Maternity Assessment Unit, and Antenatal Clinics, as well as contributing to operative Gynaecological (main, day case and out-patient sedation) lists, and outpatient clinics.

Personal Education:

All staff are encouraged to learn from the extensive clinical education activities that take place in the Trust, and there are a number of weekly meetings that provide excellent educational opportunities. Successful applicants will be encouraged to study for the postgraduate certificate in clinical education. This may be part or fully refunded, subject to successful completion of the year and course.

Administrative:

Successful applicants will be expected to carry out all administrative tasks allocated to him/her by the Medical Education Manager, or clinical supervisor, including keeping of inpatient records, ordering investigations and receiving results.

Research/Audit:

The medical education department has a strong reputation for excellent medical education and there are many ongoing projects. The high volume of educational activity performed in the Trust ensures there is a vast opportunity to instigate and perform research/audit projects. Such activity is encouraged and results presented at regional and national meetings.

Please read attached Job Description and Person Specification

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

  • Primary Medical Qualification
  • Full GMC registration with a licence to practise
  • At least 2 years of previous experience working in the NHS

Desirable

  • ALS/ATLS

Clinical Skills and Knowledge

Essential

  • To be clear, fluent and articulate in communication in English.

Desirable

  • Experience and interest in the specialty.

Maintaining Clinical Competence

Essential

  • Written evidence of satisfactory training to date e.g. workplace assessments.

Teaching

Essential

  • Experience of teaching undergraduate medical students & Foundation Doctors.
  • Evidence of teaching practice.

Desirable

  • PGCert MED ED
  • Teaching course (training the trainer etc)
  • Evidence with teaching QI/research/audit
  • Evidence of leadership roles in education

Clinical Governance, Audit and Research

Essential

  • Experience of audit projects/ GI projects

Desirable

  • Presentation of completed audit projects at local or national meetings.

Clinical Skills and Knowledge

Essential

  • Good history and examination skills
  • Know when to appropriately seek assistance from a senior colleague

Communication, Relationships and Working with Colleagues

Essential

  • Ability to communicate and liaise effectively with patients and other people within a team.
  • Ability to work as a team with professional colleagues in all disciplines.

Personal Attributes

Essential

  • Alignment with the Trust's Core & Professional Behaviours.
Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

  • Primary Medical Qualification
  • Full GMC registration with a licence to practise
  • At least 2 years of previous experience working in the NHS

Desirable

  • ALS/ATLS

Clinical Skills and Knowledge

Essential

  • To be clear, fluent and articulate in communication in English.

Desirable

  • Experience and interest in the specialty.

Maintaining Clinical Competence

Essential

  • Written evidence of satisfactory training to date e.g. workplace assessments.

Teaching

Essential

  • Experience of teaching undergraduate medical students & Foundation Doctors.
  • Evidence of teaching practice.

Desirable

  • PGCert MED ED
  • Teaching course (training the trainer etc)
  • Evidence with teaching QI/research/audit
  • Evidence of leadership roles in education

Clinical Governance, Audit and Research

Essential

  • Experience of audit projects/ GI projects

Desirable

  • Presentation of completed audit projects at local or national meetings.

Clinical Skills and Knowledge

Essential

  • Good history and examination skills
  • Know when to appropriately seek assistance from a senior colleague

Communication, Relationships and Working with Colleagues

Essential

  • Ability to communicate and liaise effectively with patients and other people within a team.
  • Ability to work as a team with professional colleagues in all disciplines.

Personal Attributes

Essential

  • Alignment with the Trust's Core & Professional Behaviours.

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Employer details

Employer name

The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Obstetrics Specialty - RVI

Newcastle upon Tyne

NE1 4LP


Employer's website

https://careers.nuth.nhs.uk/why-us (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Obstetrics Specialty - RVI

Newcastle upon Tyne

NE1 4LP


Employer's website

https://careers.nuth.nhs.uk/why-us (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Senior HR Advisor

Claudia Sweeney

nuth.hrmedicalstaffing@nhs.net

Details

Date posted

10 January 2024

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£43,923 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

317-TF-24-007

Job locations

Obstetrics Specialty - RVI

Newcastle upon Tyne

NE1 4LP


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