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Main area
Gynaeoncology
Grade
NHS Medical & Dental: Clinical Teaching Fellow
Contract
Fixed term: 12 months
Hours
Full time - 40 hours per week
Job ref
297-6128191-B
Employer
Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust
Town
Gateshead
Salary
£43,923 per annum
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
12/07/2024 23:59

Employer heading

Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust logo

Junior Clinical Teaching Fellow - Gynaeoncology

NHS Medical & Dental: Clinical Teaching Fellow

In the event of excessive applications being received this vacancy may close earlier than the stated closing date, you are encouraged to submit your application as soon as possible  

IMPORTANT NOTE ON COMPLETION OF REFERENCE SECTION OF APPLICATION FORM

All references from current and previous employers will be sought and MUST cover a minimum of 3 years employment. Therefore, when completing the reference section of your application form, please give the address, telephone number and work email address of each of your current/previous line managers that cover 3 years employment. Where possible this should be from two separate employers. Failure to complete this section may result in your application not being processed.

PLEASE NOTE it is a requirement of this Trust that all successful applicants pay for their DBS certificate if a check is required for the post. This will be done through deduction from your monthly pay over a maximum of three months. It is also a requirement that all successful applicants register  or are registered with the DBS update service where a DBS is required. 

All new entrants to the NHS will be appointed on the minimum of the pay scale in line with Terms & Conditions.

 

Job overview

Previous applicants need not apply

The post would suit someone who aims to pursue a career in gynaecological oncology and who wishes to develop an interest in teaching whilst broadening their clinical and research experience.  The successful candidate will play a central role in the coordination, organization, and delivery of the undergraduate clinical teaching program for 5 sessions per week (annual average). The remaining 5 sessions per week will consist of clinical duties research and professional development. There are no on-call commitments to the post but locum opportunities may be available. The main clinical duties will be in a Gynaecological Oncology department. Specialist clinics and training can be arranged according to career interests. Opportunities for clinical research are available and can be tailored to individual requirements. You will be supervised by a Consultant Gynaecological Oncologist having a large commitment to undergraduate training.

 

 

Main duties of the job

The post includes the opportunity to undertake a formal qualification in Medical Education (Certificate or Diploma) during their employment within the Trust. Any formal qualification will be undertaken during the year of employment within the Trust and is subject to a financial cap (international applicants may not be eligible for this funding and if wishing to pursue a qualification, this may need to be funded personally.

Ideally the successful applicant will have completed Foundation Training (or equivalent) and ST1 & 2 in Obstetrics and Gynaecology.  This post is ideal for someone with Part 1 and/or part 2 Membership.  

The post is advertised for a doctor who would function at Tier 1 level, (SHO grade/Junior Clinical Teaching Fellow).

 

Working for our organisation

We care passionately about our staff – ‘our people’ – are the heart of our organisation.  Our vision is to make the Trust the best place to work, and we believe the people who work and volunteer for us make the difference between good care and excellent care. 

And our workforce agrees!  In the 2021 national NHS Staff Survey, our staff told us they would recommend the Trust to others as a great place to work.  

While they told us patient care is of course their priority, our staff ranked the trust among the top 25 in the country – well above the national average and outperforming other Trusts in areas such as:

  • Equality and diversity – we were ranked above average in terms of acting fairly when it came to career progression or promotion, with nearly 90% of staff agreeing that we treat them fairly, regardless of people’s ethnic background, sexual orientation, age or gender.
  • Recommending the Trust as a place for care or treatment
  • Feeling that your role makes a difference to patients
  • Involvement in decisions that affect your team or area
  • Feeling safe at work

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

The departments provide undergraduate teaching to medical students from Newcastle University in both stage 3 and stage 5 as part of their Women’s Health rotations. Teaching is provided in a variety of clinical settings and the post holder would be expected to provide teaching to individuals, small groups and more formal teaching sessions in addition to being trained as a simulation training faculty member whilst in post.. The post holder would be expected to participate in student induction sessions and assessment sessions alongside Miss Ang. A variety of clinical sessions are provided within the job plan and it is expected that these will provide the post holder with valuable clinical experience as well as providing an opportunity to deliver clinical teaching.

Person specification

Essential

Essential criteria
  • Ability to prioritise workload & use initiative.
  • Ability to know own limitations & when to seek advice.
  • Good communication skills
  • NHS experience
  • Meet the requirements of the GMC’s Good Medical Practice.
  • Eligibility or valid / relevant GMC registration.
  • Experience in formal and informal teaching, especially undergraduate education.
  • Commitment to continuing educational and personal development.
  • Valid permit / status to remain/work in UK.

Desirable

Desirable criteria
  • Knowledge of IT
  • Evidence of research developments.
  • Progress towards Higher Medical Qualification.
  • MRCOG part 1.
  • Research experience
  • Colposcopy experience / BSCCP accreditation or equivalent

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Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Mr Ali Kucukmetin
Job title
Consultant Gynaeoncologist
Email address
[email protected]
Telephone number
0191 482 0000
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