Job summary Applications are invited for replacement full time Senior Clinical Fellow post. This post is for a period of 12 months to commence in November 2024 and finish in November 2025 The successful candidate will receive training in the full breadth of vascular surgery. Previous clinical fellows have secured national training numbers (NTNs) after completing 1-2 years of training in our unit. A candidate who is unable for personal reasons to undertake the duties of a whole-time post will receive equal consideration. If such a candidate is appointed the job content will be modified as appropriate in consultation with consultant colleagues and local management. We welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. Additionally, people with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post. The Trust operates job share and flexible working. Main duties of the job The timetable will depend on the applicant's abilities, but would be for 10 sessions. A typical week can include the following duties: Monday: am - MDT. pm - Clinic Tuesday: Theatre list Wednesday: On call 24 hours/Emergency theatre Thursday: Day off Friday: am - Ward round. pm - Clinic Vascular fellows are expected to competently assess vascular patients in outpatient clinics and discuss management plans with consultant where applicable On call commitment: 1 in 6/7 non-resident on-call About us Join us at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital and be part of a workforce of over 10,000 staff The NNUH is one of the largest NHS trusts in the UK, providing first-class acute care for around one million people, living in Norfolk and surrounding areas. We are a teaching and research hospital, at the forefront of innovation, home to state-of-the-art facilities, such as the Quadram Institute. We are pleased to work closely with the University of East Anglia, providing teaching opportunities for our staff and placement opportunities for their students. We attract some of the best and leading professionals from across the country and are proud that our workforce represents 94 countries from across the world. We are a friendly, collaborative hospital, working with local services and home to N&N Hospitals Charity We can offer you the full range of NHS benefits/discounts and in addition: Flexible working hours Fast Track Staff Physiotherapy Service Multi Faith prayer room Discounted gym memberships Excellent pension scheme and annual leave entitlement Wagestream - access up to 40% of your pay as you earn it Free Park & Ride service direct to NNUH site Free 24-hours confidential counselling support On-site Nursery On-site cafes offering staff discounts Support in career development Flexible staff bank Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars, Cycle to Work scheme and home electronics Date posted 06 November 2024 Pay scheme Hospital medical and dental staff Grade Doctor - other Salary £61,825 a year per annum pro rata Contract Fixed term Duration 12 months Working pattern Full-time Reference number 234-MS2258 Job locations NNUH Norwich NR4 7UY Job description Job responsibilities Please see the attached Job Description for the full details of the post and the person specification. Full GMC with licence to practise required on application. Job description Job responsibilities Please see the attached Job Description for the full details of the post and the person specification. Full GMC with licence to practise required on application. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Full registration with the GMC and with Licence to Practise Basic medical qualification (MB BS or equivalent) Desirable Successful completion of MRCS or equivalent. Attendance at relevant courses, e.g. ATLS, Basic Surgical Skills or equivalent, CCrlSP Personal skills Essential Shows aptitude for practical skills, e.g. hand-eye co-ordination, dexterity, visuo-spatial awareness Capacity to apply sound clinical knowledge & judgement & prioritise clinical need Demonstrates appropriate technical and clinical competence and evidence of development of diagnostic skills and clinical judgement Experience Essential Minimum of 6 months vascular surgery at StR level or equivalent Desirable Level 4 competence at endovenous ablation techniques Clinical Governance skills Essential Takes responsibility for own actions, Demonstrates respect for the rights of all Demonstrates awareness of ethical principles, safety, confidentiality & consent Awareness of importance of being the patients' advocate, clinical governance & responsibilities of an NHS employee Management skills Essential Capacity to manage time and prioritise workload, balance urgent & important demands, follow instructions. Understands importance & impact of information systems Audit, Research and Publications Essential Demonstrates understanding of the basic principles of audit, clinical risk management & evidence-based practice Understanding of basic research principles, methodology & ethics, with potential to contribute to research Desirable Evidence of relevant academic & research achievements, e.g. degrees, prizes, awards, distinctions, publications, presentations, other achievements Evidence of participation in risk management and/or clinical/laboratory research Teaching skills Essential Evidence of contributing to teaching & learning of others Communication and Language Skills Essential All applicants to have demonstrable skills in written and spoken English that are adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues demonstrated by one of the following: o that applicants have undertaken undergraduate medical training in English; or o have the following scores in the academic international English Language Testing System (IELTS) in a single sitting within 24 months at time of application - Overall 7, Speaking 7, Listening 7, Reading 7, Writing 7. If applicants believe that they have adequate communication skills but do not fit into one of these examples they must provide evidence Capacity to communicate effectively & sensitively with others Able to discuss treatment options with patients in a way they can understand Person Specification Qualifications Essential Full registration with the GMC and with Licence to Practise Basic medical qualification (MB BS or equivalent) Desirable Successful completion of MRCS or equivalent. Attendance at relevant courses, e.g. ATLS, Basic Surgical Skills or equivalent, CCrlSP Personal skills Essential Shows aptitude for practical skills, e.g. hand-eye co-ordination, dexterity, visuo-spatial awareness Capacity to apply sound clinical knowledge & judgement & prioritise clinical need Demonstrates appropriate technical and clinical competence and evidence of development of diagnostic skills and clinical judgement Experience Essential Minimum of 6 months vascular surgery at StR level or equivalent Desirable Level 4 competence at endovenous ablation techniques Clinical Governance skills Essential Takes responsibility for own actions, Demonstrates respect for the rights of all Demonstrates awareness of ethical principles, safety, confidentiality & consent Awareness of importance of being the patients' advocate, clinical governance & responsibilities of an NHS employee Management skills Essential Capacity to manage time and prioritise workload, balance urgent & important demands, follow instructions. Understands importance & impact of information systems Audit, Research and Publications Essential Demonstrates understanding of the basic principles of audit, clinical risk management & evidence-based practice Understanding of basic research principles, methodology & ethics, with potential to contribute to research Desirable Evidence of relevant academic & research achievements, e.g. degrees, prizes, awards, distinctions, publications, presentations, other achievements Evidence of participation in risk management and/or clinical/laboratory research Teaching skills Essential Evidence of contributing to teaching & learning of others Communication and Language Skills Essential All applicants to have demonstrable skills in written and spoken English that are adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues demonstrated by one of the following: o that applicants have undertaken undergraduate medical training in English; or o have the following scores in the academic international English Language Testing System (IELTS) in a single sitting within 24 months at time of application - Overall 7, Speaking 7, Listening 7, Reading 7, Writing 7. If applicants believe that they have adequate communication skills but do not fit into one of these examples they must provide evidence Capacity to communicate effectively & sensitively with others Able to discuss treatment options with patients in a way they can understand 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 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. 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 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). Employer details Employer name Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital Address NNUH Norwich NR4 7UY Employer's website https://teamnnuh.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)