Job summary This role involves working within team delivering tertiary-level surgical care to Gynaecological cancer patients. It requires a dedicated individual interested in gynaecological cancer and who will be immersed in complex surgery and all this entails. Pivotal to the role would be good communication skills to discuss in detail diagnosis, complex surgical issues, and subsequent managements. Strong background in general gynaecology required to provide good understanding of patient journey prior to cancer diagnosis and support patient throughout. The fellow must work well in a team and across other specialities. Surgical training will be tailored according to the individuals ability, but ample training will be available in both open and robotic surgery Main duties of the job Active participation in weekly Specialist Multi-disciplinary team meetings to triage patients accordingly for local or specialist surgery is encouraged. Consultation of new and follow up patients in clinics supervised by Senior Colleagues and supported by Clinical Nurse Specialist will occur regularly. Identification and subsequent management of complex pre-operative issues will be encountered and experience gained in this area. Daily ward rounds/ pre-operative assessments will be shared amongst Clinical Fellows along with ample theatre sessions. Surgical training will be tailored according to the individual fellows ability but wide range of surgical training is available for both open and robotic surgery. There will be opportunity to provide emergency services which covers all the surgical specialities in the directorate (gynaecology, colorectal, urology & plastics). Additional to training in gynaecological oncology, there will be opportunities to attend MDT & theatres of other specialities, as well as non-surgical specialities in the Christie. Research & audit within the role is encouraged and accommodated within the fellows rota. The role requires a diligent and hard-working person with an enthusiasm for surgery and gynaecological oncology. We welcome individuals who will actively engage with the team. About us The Christie is one of Europes leading cancer centres, treating over 60,000 patients a year. We are based in Manchester and serve a population of 3.2 million across Greater Manchester & Cheshire, but as a national specialist around 15% patients are referred to us from other parts of the country. We provide radiotherapy through one of the largest radiotherapy departments in the world; chemotherapy on site and through 14 other hospitals; highly specialist surgery for complex and rare cancer; and a wide range of support and diagnostic services. We are also an international leader in research, with world first breakthroughs for over 100 years. We run one of the largest early clinical trial units in Europe with over 300 trials every year. Cancer research in Manchester, most of which is undertaken on the Christie site, has been officially ranked the best in the UK. Job description Job responsibilities DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The Gynaecology Team consists of; Miss B Decruze (Gynaecological Oncology Surgeon & Clinical Lead) Miss E Myriokefalitaki (Gynaecological Oncology Surgeon & Clinical Director for Surgery) Mr B Winter- Roach (Gynaecological Oncology Surgeon) Miss R Faulkner (Gynaecological Oncology Surgeon) Mr R Slade (Gynaecological Oncology Surgeon) 1 SAS Doctor 1 Sub-specialty Trainee (rotates between Christie and St Marys) 2 Clinical Fellows (all based at Christie) This is a 40 hours pw appointment at Specialty Registrar level, working in one of the countrys leading Gynaecological Oncology units. It is expected that the successful candidate will play a key part in the team, as a clinical fellow but also concentrating on a particular area of service development. More focused surgical training can be tailored to the suitable candidate. There will be fully supervised and supported work in both ward and outpatient settings, oncological procedures in theatre, and research. The area of research may fall into: robotic surgery, introduction of HIPEC in ovarian cancer and psychosexual health following gynaecological surgery. The post holder will support the Consultant Gynaecological Oncology Surgeons, work alongside Junior Doctors and liaise closely with Senior Medical colleagues. The appointees professional time will be deployed flexibly in appropriate areas: clinical duties, administration, teaching, research, clinical audit etc. Detailed elements of the job plan arrangements are to be agreed with the successful applicant when in post. The unit wishes to build its current research portfolio and continue regional collaboration, publication and presentation and it is expected that the post-holder will actively participate in this. In addition to Gynaecological Oncology work, the Christie team works closely with other surgical specialties at The Christie as part of a tertiary referral Pelvic Surgery Team. This team comprises 9 Colorectal, 6 Urological and 3 Oncoplastic Surgeons specialising solely in complex abdomino-pelvic malignancy. They undertake ultra-high volume complex pelvic and exenterative surgery for a population of >8 million people. Continuing Professional Development The Trust supports the requirements for continuing professional development (CPD) as laid down by the GMC and surgical colleges and is committed to providing time and financial support for these activities. Role Planning Week 1 Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday AM WR Theatre WR Audit/ Research Ward Round Theatre Ward Round Clinic Ward Round MDT PM Theatre Audit/ Research Theatre Clinic Local Clinical Governance Meeting Diary Meeting Admin PERSON SPECIFICATION Essential for the post Desirable for the post METHOD OF ASSESSMENT 1. ATTAINMENTS Educational Holds or have held a National Training Number in Gynaecology CE Qualifications MB BS (or equivalent) MRCOG (or equivalent) CRiSP Course (if not undertaken would be expected within 3 months of commencement) AF/CE Professional Qualifications GMC registration To show a broad range of publication and research activity CE Research / Publications Evidence of a commitment to research Some experience with statistics AF/I 2. TRAINING Some Core skills in Gynaecology AF/I/R 3. EXPERIENCE Job Specific General Surgical experience with good practical skills At least 3 years experience in Gynaecology Career evidence of a commitment to the specialty Experience at specialty registrar level Surgical On call experience CE Management / Audit Evidence of self audit. Desire to participate in research at post graduate level Ability to audit and critically appraise clinical care delivery by a multidisciplinary team AF/I 4. TEACHING Interest in postgraduate and undergraduate teaching Interest in teaching non medical staff AF/I 5. PERSONAL SKILLS Good organisational ability and a willingness to be flexible in accordance with the demands of team working across Gynaecological network Computer Literate Experience of working in a clinical team with good communication skills AF/I 6. CIRCUMSTANCES Domicile Within 30 minutes of the hospital by road R Abbreviations for Methods of Assessment: AF Application Form I Interview R References CE Certification Evidence Person Specification CIRCUMSTANCES Domicile Essential • Within 30 minutes of the hospital by road Qualifications Essential • Holds or have held a National Training Number in Gynaecology • MB BS (or equivalent) • MRCOG (or equivalent) • GMC registration • Evidence of a commitment to research Desirable • CRiSP Course (if not undertaken would be expected within 3 months of commencement) • To show a broad range of publication and research activity • Some experience with statistics Training Essential • Some Core skills in Gynaecology Experience Essential • General Surgical experience with good practical skills • At least 3 years experience in Gynaecology • Career evidence of a commitment to the specialty • Evidence of self audit. • Desire to participate in research at post graduate level Desirable • Experience at specialty registrar • Surgical On call experience • Ability to audit and critically appraise clinical care delivery by a multidisciplinary team Teaching Essential • Interest in postgraduate and undergraduate teaching Desirable • Interest in teaching non medical staff PERSONAL SKILLS Essential • Good organisational ability and a willingness to be flexible in accordance with the demands of team working across Gynaecological network • Computer Literate Experience of working in a clinical team with good communication skills