Job summary
We would like to invite applications for the post of Senior Clinical Fellow in General and Colorectal Surgery, based at Wythenshawe Hospital, Manchester University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. This post is suitable for a trainee who has completed CST training and has passed the MRCS.
Fellows can expect a broad case mix including general surgery and colorectal surgery with exposure to pelvic floor surgery. The fellow will participate in the on-call rota at Specialty Registrar level (full shift, 1:10).
Candidates who are unable, for personal reasons, to work full-time are eligible to apply and, if successful, modification of the job content will be discussed on a personal basis, in consultation with consultant colleagues.
For further information or to arrange an informal visit please contact: Ms K Telford contact phone 0161 291 6654.
Main duties of the job
To provide a training in general and colorectal surgery (emergency and elective). The post is fixed term for a 6-month period (which can be extended to 12-months).
Applicants should possess FRCS or equivalent and must be fully registered (or eligible for full registration) with the GMC with Licence to Practise.
The fellow will benefit from consultant-led training in the operating theatre. They will also participate in out-patient clinic sessions, theatre lists and teach foundation doctors/medical students as required
The fellow can expect to gain experience in general and colorectal surgery including emergency general surgical procedures.
The fellow will have the opportunity to be involved in audit and research and will be supported and encouraged to take up leadership and service improvement roles.
The fellow will join the 1:10 full shift on-call rota in General Surgery at Specialty Registrar level.
About us
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you'll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the 'Supporting Documents' heading. So that you're even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, you'll need to take time to read the 'Candidate Essentials Guide' that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how 'we care for you as you care for others'. Most importantly, it also contains critical information you'll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.
Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity, and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, email our team at resourcing@mft.nhs.uk.
We're looking forward to hearing from you!
Job description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guide that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.
Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity, and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, email our team at resourcing@mft.nhs.uk.
Were looking forward to hearing from you!
Job description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guide that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.
Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity, and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, email our team at resourcing@mft.nhs.uk.
Were looking forward to hearing from you!
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
- Membership of relevant professional societies (eg ACPGBI, ASGBI, ESCP, ECCO)
Eligibility
Essential
- Full registration with GMC with current licence to practice
- Eligibility to work in the UK
Clinical Knowledge and expertise
Essential
- Demonstrates appropriate technical and clinical competence and evidence of diagnostic skills and clinical judgment at level of ST3 or above
- Competent to undertake General Surgical on calls at registrar level
- Experience of supervising and teaching FY and core surgical trainees
Desirable
- Teaching experience
- Evidence of involvement in clinical research
- Publications in peer reviewed journals
Personal Skills
Essential
- Ability to work within and lead a team
- Ability to communicate effectively and sensitively with patients, relatives, GPs, nurses and other individuals
- Awareness of own limitations and when to ask for help
- Capacity to manage time and prioritise workload
- Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues.
Desirable
- Motivated individual, ready to lead a team of middle and junior grade doctors
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
- Membership of relevant professional societies (eg ACPGBI, ASGBI, ESCP, ECCO)
Eligibility
Essential
- Full registration with GMC with current licence to practice
- Eligibility to work in the UK
Clinical Knowledge and expertise
Essential
- Demonstrates appropriate technical and clinical competence and evidence of diagnostic skills and clinical judgment at level of ST3 or above
- Competent to undertake General Surgical on calls at registrar level
- Experience of supervising and teaching FY and core surgical trainees
Desirable
- Teaching experience
- Evidence of involvement in clinical research
- Publications in peer reviewed journals
Personal Skills
Essential
- Ability to work within and lead a team
- Ability to communicate effectively and sensitively with patients, relatives, GPs, nurses and other individuals
- Awareness of own limitations and when to ask for help
- Capacity to manage time and prioritise workload
- Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues.
Desirable
- Motivated individual, ready to lead a team of middle and junior grade doctors
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).
