Junior Clinical Fellow in Transplant and Vascular Access Surgery
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust
Interview to be scheduled on 6th February 2025
The appointee's principal duties will be based in the Department of Transplantation and Dialysis Access Surgery at UHCW and will include inpatient care, outpatient clinics, and surgical lists. The post will suit applicants who wish to gain experience in Renal Transplantation, Vascular Access, and General Surgery. Participation in an on-call rota is not essential but can be discussed if desired for personal development (either General or Transplant/Vascular Surgery dependent on experience). The post will initially be for 12 months with the opportunity to extend for 2 years.
You will be expected to assist with providing transplantation and vascular access services including both emergency and elective work. The unit performs an average of 70 renal transplant and 300 dialysis access procedures per year. We have a large live donor transplant programme that is growing and includes HLA and ABO incompatible transplantation.
Main Duties of the Job
1. Assist with the comprehensive management of a complete range of transplant and vascular access services at University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust.
2. Participate in daily ward rounds, elective and emergency theatre sessions, outpatient clinics, MDT, and specialty clinics.
3. Participate in Transplant Unit meetings and activities.
4. Demonstrate a commitment to working as a team member with medical, nursing, and other staff to provide efficient, safe, and quality care.
5. Participate in the auditing and review of clinical practices to improve clinical outcomes.
6. Participate in Undergraduate, Postgraduate, and allied health professional teaching.
7. Take ongoing responsibility for patients under the care of your consultants.
8. Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with Medical and Surgical colleagues.
9. Take responsibility for Clinical Professional Development and ensuring practice is up to date.
10. Share responsibility for data protection arising out of the use of computers.
11. Comply with all relevant Trust Policies and Procedures.
About Us
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire (UHCW) NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK. We are extremely proud of our skilled employees across our hospital sites in Coventry and Rugby, with high-quality patient care positioned at the heart of everything we do.
Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a national and international leader in healthcare. By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities.
Job Responsibilities
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Person Specification
Qualification/Training
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Experience
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Knowledge
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Teaching and Education
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Audit/Research/Publications
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Personal Qualities
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Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours
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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.
Contact Information
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust
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