We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated doctor (IMT3 and above) to join our team as a Regional MRCP PACES Fellow based at Frimley Park Hospital. This unique 12-month post combines clinical duties with educational leadership, focusing on improving trainee preparation and outcomes for the MRCP PACES examination.
You will lead initiatives such as structured teaching sessions, simulation-based learning, and mentorship for International Medical Graduates, addressing differential attainment. The role also involves organising mock PACES exams, developing sustainable teaching practices, and contributing to research and publications. This is an excellent opportunity for anyone passionate about medical education and looking to shape the future of PACES training within the KSS Deanery.
The post holder will be required to participate in regular clinical rotations, contributing to patient care. Additional tasks of bedside teaching to trainees as part of PACES preparation.
1. Educational Leadership
• Plan and deliver structured PACES teaching sessions with consultant faculty.
• Develop and run simulation-based teaching scenarios, focusing on communication and consultation skills.
• Organise and oversee at least two mock PACES examinations annually, incorporating trainee feedback.
• Mentor International Medical Graduates, supporting their integration and exam preparation.
2. Programme Development
• Create a library of simulation scenarios for PACES preparation.
• Collaborate with supervisors and stakeholders to embed sustainable educational practices within the Trust and KSS Deanery.
3. Research and Evaluation
• Measure the impact of PACES training interventions on participant outcomes and pass rates.
• Contribute to publications and presentations, sharing insights regionally and nationally.
This role offers a unique blend of clinical, educational, and leadership responsibilities, providing an opportunity to make a significant impact on the future of PACES training.
Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust is committed to being an inclusive and disability confident employer and has been awarded the Gold for the Armed Forces Employment Recognition Scheme. We provide first class development opportunities for all staff and have a wide range of professional, management and leadership, and clinical skills training available.
Here at Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust, we know how important it is to have a healthy work life balance; this benefits not only individuals but the patients we care for too.
We encourage applications from people who wish to work on a flexible basis, recognising that flexibility may mean a range of different working patterns and hours, we do our utmost to work with our staff to meet their needs and the needs of our service and its users.
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This is an exciting new position for a person interested in medical education to help develop and shape PACES education and training within the deanery. The PACES Fellow will be based at Frimley Park Hospital and will be expected to lead initiatives to improve trainee preparation and outcomes for the MRCP PACES examination, with a focus on supporting International Medical Graduates (IMGs) and addressing differential attainment. This role combines clinical responsibilities with educational leadership to develop, implement, and sustain innovative teaching strategies, including simulation-based learning and structured mentorship.
The postholder will be expected to work alongside similar fellows within the Deanery with the aim to implement a programme that can be beneficial to all trainees wishing to sit MRCP PACES.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Clinical Duties:
• Participate in regular clinical rotations, contributing to patient care and supporting team activities.
• Engage in PACES preparation activities during clinical practice, including bedside teaching.
Educational Duties:
• Formalise and deliver structured PACES teaching sessions, working with consultant faculty.
• Develop and run simulation-based teaching scenarios focusing on communication and consultation skills.
• Organise and oversee at least two mock PACES examinations annually, ensuring trainee participation and feedback integration.
• Provide targeted mentorship to IMG doctors, supporting their professional integration and examination preparation.
Programme Development:
• Create a library of simulation scenarios for use in PACES preparation.
• Collaborate with supervisors and regional stakeholders to embed sustainable teaching practices into the educational framework of the Trust and the KSS Deanery.
Leadership and Research:
• Conduct evaluations to measure the effectiveness of PACES interventions, including participant feedback and pass rates.
• Collaborate on publications and presentations to share insights regionally and nationally.
Key relationships
o College Tutor Frimley Park Hospital
o Director of Clinical Education
o Educational Leads in Department of Medicine
o Simulation Lead.
o Medical education team
o IMT Trainees
o LED Trainees interested in MRCP PACES
· You will be allocated a mentor for the duration of your post. You will meet at regular intervals to review progress in the development of your skills as an educator
· Regular contact by email or in person with the Strategic Lead for Medical Education (cross-site) in respect of all absences (leave, ill health, study leave) and expenses associated with the Fellow role
Planning and Organising
• To plan and organise your teaching duties independently including preparation, delivery and evaluation of teaching
• Normal working hours will be between 8.30am and 6pm on weekdays
• Annual leave should be scheduled with consideration to the needs of the Department
Expenses
• You will be allocated a contribution to the cost of a teaching qualification
• Study leave in relation to your clinical speciality will be claimed via the Trust Doctor process
Health and safety
• The Trust recognisesand accepts its responsibility to provide a safe and healthy working environment for anyone on its premises
• As an employee you also have a duty to take reasonable care of your own health and safety. This includes ensuring that you are aware of and follow all Trust health and safety and infection control procedures relevant to your work and participate in relevant mandatory training and annual control of infection control updates.
You will be expected to consistently follow high standards of infection control practice and this includes hand cleansing and aseptic techniques for clinical staff.
This job description is an indication of the type and range of tasks that are expected of the post holder, and other duties may be required, in line with the role and the banding. It will be reviewed and amended from time to time in consultation with the post holder to take account of changing organisational need.
This advert closes on Wednesday 5 Feb 2025