Job summary
Applications are invited for an exciting opportunity for a full time fixed term, one-year fellowship inFemale, Functional and Reconstructive Urology & Neuro-Urologyat South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
The Functional Urology Service is well developed, providing a highly specialist tertiary referral practice in all aspects of female, functional, reconstruction and Neuro-Urology (urinary incontinence, benign bladder dysfunction, complex LUTS, urinary tract reconstruction and complex UTI).This service is led by Mr Simon Fulford and Ms Mehwash Nadeem.
The team includes a dedicated MDM, Research fellow and Specialist Nurses. We have specialist clinics related to Urodynamics, botulinum toxin treatment, neuromodulation, functional urology, recurrent UTIs and Spinal Injuries.
Main duties of the job
Aiming to become fully independent in core specialist procedures such as:
- Video-urodynamics
- Intradetrusor botox
- Rectus fascial sling
- Colopsuspension
- Artificial Urinary Sphincter
- Urethral bulking agent
- Sacral Neuromodulation
Aiming to become close to independent in complex Functional and reconstructive procedures such as:
- Maintain the highest clinical standards in the practice of Urological care
- Undertake any responsibility which relates to the agreed special interests i.e. functional and reconstructive Urology and the Urological care of Spinal Injury patients.
- Cover for colleagues' annual leave and other authorised absences
- Cover sessions cross site sessions at the Friarage Hospital.
- Provide professional supervision and management of junior medical staff
- Be actively involved in the management of the department including attendance at the Teaching/Directorate meetings
- Take part in annual appraisals (mandatory), carried out by the Clinical Director/Nominated Appraiser. Appropriate time and assistance will be provided for preparation.
- Active involvement in audit
- Involvement in research - Joint research projects are undertaken with both the University of Teesside and York University and involvement in the further development of research links.
- Continuing professional development.
- Any other duties which may be required to enhance provision of high standard of urological services across Teesside
About us
South Tees Hospitals is the largest hospital trust in the Tees Valley with two acute hospitals and services in a number of community hospitals.
Job description
Job responsibilities
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This vacancy may close once sufficient applications have been received.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Details of thefulljob description and person specification are available to view when you click to apply for the vacancy and click on the about this job link and the documents will be attached at the bottom of the screen.
This vacancy may close once sufficient applications have been received.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- MRCS or equivalent
- GMC Registered
Desirable
- FRCS (Urol) or equivalent
- Experience of Functional Urology
Clinical Specialty Skills
Essential
- Management of core and General Urology cases
- Management of acute urology cases
Desirable
- Relevant experience in reconstructive, female and functional urology
Skills, knowledge and aptitude
Essential
- Effective communication skills
- Ability to organise and prioritise complex demands
Desirable
- Interest to develop & lead research activity
- IT skills
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working at a Registrar level
- Evidence of core surgical skills
Desirable
- Relevant experience in reconstructive, female and functional urology
- Relevant experience in conducting Urodynamic investigations
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- MRCS or equivalent
- GMC Registered
Desirable
- FRCS (Urol) or equivalent
- Experience of Functional Urology
Clinical Specialty Skills
Essential
- Management of core and General Urology cases
- Management of acute urology cases
Desirable
- Relevant experience in reconstructive, female and functional urology
Skills, knowledge and aptitude
Essential
- Effective communication skills
- Ability to organise and prioritise complex demands
Desirable
- Interest to develop & lead research activity
- IT skills
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working at a Registrar level
- Evidence of core surgical skills
Desirable
- Relevant experience in reconstructive, female and functional urology
- Relevant experience in conducting Urodynamic investigations
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).
