Job Summary
Job Title: ST3+ (or equivalent) Clinical Fellow with interest in Placenta Accreta Spectrum
Specialty/Department: Obstetrics & Gynaecology
Location: Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, Leeds, West Yorkshire
Duration: 1 year with possibility of extension to 2 years
Main Duties of the Job
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic doctor to join the current Obstetrics and Gynaecology team as a clinical fellow at Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust. The service is delivered through four sites: St James University Hospital (SJUH), Leeds General Infirmary (LGI), Wharfdale General Hospital and Seacroft Hospital.
This is a non-training post, however, it allows the post holder, including applicants who already hold CCT, to gain experience that will help to secure future posts.
About Us
Since 2020, LTHT has been one of three regional referral centres in the North of England for the management of Placenta Accreta Spectrum (PAS) complex obstetrics surgery. The PAS team receives referrals from a large geographical area covering most of Yorkshire & Humber. The diagnostic service is led by fetal medicine consultant Dr Colette Sparey and the surgical service is run by Mr Dileep Wijeratne and Miss Lydia Coade. We also work very closely with colleagues from Anaesthesia, Interventional Radiology, Gynae Oncology, Neonates and Pathology.
Leeds Teaching Hospitals is committed to our process of redeploying 'at risk' members of our existing workforce to new roles. As such, all our job adverts are subject to this policy and we reserve the right to close, delay or remove adverts while this process is completed. If you do experience a delay in the shortlisting stage of the recruitment cycle, please bear with us while this process is completed, and contact the named contact if you have any questions.
Job Responsibilities
A fellow working with our team would have the following opportunities:
1. Development of generic skills in complex obstetric surgery which are applicable to a wide range of situations, not just PAS.
2. Exposure to diagnostic ultrasound scanning for PAS.
3. Participation in the analysis of almost 5 years of PAS outcome data with a view to publication.
4. Helping with the development of educational materials for patients and clinicians focusing on both PAS and the generic surgical management of massive obstetric hemorrhage.
The post would be ideally suited for someone who wishes to work in a PAS centre in the future or to lead on undertaking other complex obstetric surgical cases in the DGH setting.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* MBBS or equivalent medical degree qualification
* Completion of Foundation competencies or equivalent
* Basic Adult Life Support training within past 12 months
* MRCOG Part 1
* Competencies equivalent to ST3 training
Desirable
* MRCOG part 2 exam
* MRCOG part 3 exam
* Prizes / Distinctions
* Research / Additional academic publications
Additional Requirements
Essential
* Capacity to manage/prioritise time and information effectively
* Capacity to prioritise own workload and organise ward rounds
* Capacity to monitor developing situations and anticipate issues
* Capacity to operate under pressure
* Demonstrates initiative and resilience to cope with changing circumstances
* Is able to deliver good clinical care in the face of uncertainty
* Understands, respects and demonstrates the values of the NHS
* Demonstrates probity
* Shows initiative/drive/enthusiasm
* Demonstrates understanding of audit / QI
Eligibility, Fitness to Practice, and Language Skills
Essential
* Have completed their post-graduate training at least to a level of an ST3 specialty doctor or equivalent in obstetrics and gynaecology
* Possess or eligible to apply for GMC Registration
* Familiarity with UK health system and NHS
* Is up to date and fit to practise safely
* Applicants must have demonstrable skills in written and spoken English
* Applicants must meet professional health requirements
Experience
Essential
* Be able to provide complete details of their employment history
* Have evidence that their career progression is consistent with their personal circumstances
* Have evidence that their present level of achievement and performance is commensurate with their totality of their period of training
Clinical, Academic, and Personal Skills
Essential
* Ability to apply sound clinical knowledge and judgement to problems
* Ability to prioritise clinical need
* Ability to maximise safety and minimise risk
* Recognition of, and ability to undertake the initial management of, an acutely ill patient
* Demonstrates understanding of research, basic principles of audit, clinical risk management, evidence-based practice
* Experience of active involvement in clinical quality improvement measures
* Demonstrates knowledge of evidence-informed practice
* Demonstrates clarity in written/spoken communication
* Capacity to use logical/lateral thinking to solve problems/make decisions
* Capacity to take in others perspectives and treat others with understanding
Desirable
* Shows aptitude for practical skills
* Relevant experience in other specialties which would complement a post in Obstetrics and Gynaecology
* At least 2 years experience working in the UK
* At least 1 year experience working at middle grade (ST3+) in UK
* Evidence of relevant academic and research achievements
* Evidence of interest in, and experience of, teaching
* Evidence of involvement in management commensurate with experience
* Demonstrates an understanding of NHS management and resources
* Evidence of effective multi-disciplinary team working and leadership
* Evidence of effective leadership in and outside medicine
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration.
Employer Details
Employer Name: Leeds Teaching Hospitals
Address: St. James's University Hospital, Beckett Street, Leeds, LS9 7TF
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