Job summary

Applications are invited for the position of a Senior Clinical Fellow in Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery. The post is for an initial 12-month term.

We are offering a dynamic and highly rewarding position at Epsom & St Helier University Hospital NHS Trust, with exceptional opportunities for training in laparoscopic gynaecological surgery under the expert guidance of Mr. Haider Jan, a leading consultant at our accredited Endometriosis Centre.

Candidates will be expected to take part in clinical research in gynaecology and would be expected to lead on research projects and present findings at conferences.

This post is initially for 1 year, with the potential to extend to 2 years, providing you with invaluable hands-on experience in advanced laparoscopic surgery. You will hone your skills in a cutting-edge environment and be supported in your professional development as you grow into a highly proficient and sought-after surgeon.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to develop skills in advanced hysteroscopic and laparoscopic surgery.

In addition, the candidate will also have the opportunity to develop skills in outpatient hysteroscopy and gynaecological ultrasound as well as providing outpatient treatments such as polypectomy and endometrial resection/ablation techniques.

There is also ample opportunity to develop colposcopy training and BSCCP accreditation.

A key responsibility for the post holder will be required to continue coordinating the RCOG accredited Basic surgical skills course at Epsom.

The successful candidate is expected to complete the RCOG Advanced Training Skill Module (ATSM) in Benign Abdominal Surgery open and laparoscopic during the year. Please refer to the RCOG ATSM requirements.

Candidates will only be considered if they have completed MRCOG and are equivalent to Senior Registrar level ie (ST6 or above).

About us

St George’s, Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals and Health Group cares for a population of four million people in South West London and North East Surrey.Our sites include St George’s Hospital, one of 11 major trauma centres in the UK and the largest healthcare provider and major teaching hospital in the area; St Helier Hospital, home to the South West Thames Renal and Transplantation Unit and Queen Mary’s Hospital for Children; and Epsom Hospital, home to the South West London Elective Orthopaedic Centre (SWLEOC).

After years of collaboration, our two Trusts became a hospitals group in 2021. While remaining as two separate Trusts, being a hospitals group will help us to collaborate more closely on research, and the development, education, and training of our 17,000-strong workforce.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached supporting document which contains more information about the role

Job description
Job responsibilities

Please see the attached supporting document which contains more information about the role

Person Specification

Teaching Experience

Essential

• Experience of teaching undergraduate and postgraduate trainees
• Ability to teach clinical skills

Desirable

• Formalised teaching experience

Research Experience

Essential

• Ability to apply research findings to clinical problems
• Ability to critically review research

Desirable

• Publications in peer review journals
• Ability to contribute to change management

Language

Essential

• Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English to the appropriate standard necessary to fulfil the job requirements

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team
• Ability to work in partnership to deliver a patient centred service
• Demonstrate an understanding and willingness to embrace user involvement
• Good interpersonal skills
• Enquiring, critical approach to work
• Ability to communicate with patients and relatives
• Commitment to continuing professional development

Values and Behaviours

Essential

• Put the patient first by being happy, helpful, caring, respectful and patient
• Always taking opportunities to improve, encouraging excellence
• Work as one team – communicate, collaborate and share
• Respect each other by being polite, pleasant and listening

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• Hold a medical qualification or qualification registered with the GMC
• Appropriate higher medical qualification – MRCOG or equivalent

Desirable

• MD or equivalent higher degree or evidence of relevant research
• CCT/CCST or equivalent

Clinical Experience

Essential

• Able to contribute to the full range of skills required for the on call middle grade rota for the specialty

Desirable

• Experience in Laparoscopic gynaecology

Management & Administrative Experience

Essential

• Personal time management skills
• Clinical Governance

Desirable

• Audit

Person Specification
Teaching Experience

Essential

• Experience of teaching undergraduate and postgraduate trainees
• Ability to teach clinical skills

Desirable

• Formalised teaching experience

Research Experience

Essential

• Ability to apply research findings to clinical problems
• Ability to critically review research

Desirable

• Publications in peer review journals
• Ability to contribute to change management

Language

Essential

• Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English to the appropriate standard necessary to fulfil the job requirements

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team
• Ability to work in partnership to deliver a patient centred service
• Demonstrate an understanding and willingness to embrace user involvement
• Good interpersonal skills
• Enquiring, critical approach to work
• Ability to communicate with patients and relatives
• Commitment to continuing professional development

Values and Behaviours

Essential

• Put the patient first by being happy, helpful, caring, respectful and patient
• Always taking opportunities to improve, encouraging excellence
• Work as one team – communicate, collaborate and share
• Respect each other by being polite, pleasant and listening

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• Hold a medical qualification or qualification registered with the GMC
• Appropriate higher medical qualification – MRCOG or equivalent

Desirable

• MD or equivalent higher degree or evidence of relevant research
• CCT/CCST or equivalent

Clinical Experience

Essential

• Able to contribute to the full range of skills required for the on call middle grade rota for the specialty

Desirable

• Experience in Laparoscopic gynaecology

Management & Administrative Experience

Essential

• Personal time management skills
• Clinical Governance

Desirable

• Audit

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 .

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. .
UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see

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 .

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. .
UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see

Employer details

Employer name

Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust
Address

Epsom Hospital

Epsom

KT18 7EG

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