Job summary
VACANCY FOR A CLINICAL FELLOW POST IN GENERAL SURGERY - GLAN CLWYD HOSPITAL
Applications are invited for a Clinical Fellow post in General Surgery commencingas soon as possibleand is fixed term for 12 months. The post offers excellent experience and developmental opportunities in elective and emergency General Surgery (although it is currently not recognized for training by the Postgraduate Dean). The department is committed to support the appointee by offering them extensive opportunities to develop their portfolio, with a view to their successful progression onto the registrar level. This post is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic and experienced surgical trainee with ambition to progress to registrar level.
Please note we have two positions available - 1 x 12 month fixed term and 1 x 6 month fixed term until 03-Feb-2023.
As part of the Health Board's strategic collaboration with Bangor University, individuals with an interest in teaching and research who can demonstrate and agree a possible contribution to the School can be considered and nominated for recognition through the University's process for granting honorary titlesand help to deliver our shared vision for the North Wales School of Medicine and Health.
Main duties of the job
The appointee will have the opportunity to progress clinically to the standard of competence needed for appointment to higher surgical training, or other registrar level posts. They will have their own educational supervisor. Active participation in surgical audit and clinical research projects will be encouraged. The appointee will have the opportunity to develop teaching skills within the department, and also through the undergraduate teaching programme.
About us
Study leave will be encouraged and supported on an equivalent basis to that which applies to educationally approved posts, with ATLS courses are available locally, if required. Assistance with exam preparation (e.g. MRCS) and interview practice will be provided.
Glan Clwyd Hospital enjoys excellent clinical and postgraduate facilities, with an extensive library.
This post currently operates a 1:11 full-shift Rota with prospective cover for annual and study leave.
Job description
Job responsibilities
A full job description and person specification can be found in the additional documents within the advert.
Job description
Job responsibilities
A full job description and person specification can be found in the additional documents within the advert.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full registration with GMC with a licence to practice
Desirable
- Post graduate qualification
Experiences
Essential
- Broad based experience in General Surgery
Ability
Essential
- Ability to know when to ask for help
- Ability to apply knowledge
- Ability write relevant, legible clinical notes
- Safe and effective oral communication skills
- Willingness to involve patients in their management
- Willingness to handle interviews with patients or relatives with tact and sensitivity
- Basic IT skills
Management
Desirable
- An understanding of NHS management practices and their application
- A willingness to attend and actively participate in the departmental management meetings
Audit and Research
Essential
- Evidence of participation
- Ability to access published evidence
Desirable
- Evidence of completed audit projects
- Critical appraisal course/skills
- Evidence of teaching Nursing and Paramedical staff
Teaching and Training
Essential
- Evidence of commitment to life long learning and CPD
- Member of work orientated specialist societies
Disposition
Essential
- Friendly and polite disposition
- A team player who values the individual contributions of a multi-disciplinary team
- Reliable, self-motivated and punctual
- Able to work 'flexibly'
Desirable
- Able to work in stressful situations and/or under pressure
- Able to work outside normal hours at short notice in times of need
Personal
Essential
- Professional appearance and manner
- Fit for the duties of the post
Language
Essential
- Excellent spoken and written English
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full registration with GMC with a licence to practice
Desirable
- Post graduate qualification
Experiences
Essential
- Broad based experience in General Surgery
Ability
Essential
- Ability to know when to ask for help
- Ability to apply knowledge
- Ability write relevant, legible clinical notes
- Safe and effective oral communication skills
- Willingness to involve patients in their management
- Willingness to handle interviews with patients or relatives with tact and sensitivity
- Basic IT skills
Management
Desirable
- An understanding of NHS management practices and their application
- A willingness to attend and actively participate in the departmental management meetings
Audit and Research
Essential
- Evidence of participation
- Ability to access published evidence
Desirable
- Evidence of completed audit projects
- Critical appraisal course/skills
- Evidence of teaching Nursing and Paramedical staff
Teaching and Training
Essential
- Evidence of commitment to life long learning and CPD
- Member of work orientated specialist societies
Disposition
Essential
- Friendly and polite disposition
- A team player who values the individual contributions of a multi-disciplinary team
- Reliable, self-motivated and punctual
- Able to work 'flexibly'
Desirable
- Able to work in stressful situations and/or under pressure
- Able to work outside normal hours at short notice in times of need
Personal
Essential
- Professional appearance and manner
- Fit for the duties of the post
Language
Essential
- Excellent spoken and written English
Desirable
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
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).
