Job Summary
The departments of Urology at NUH and KMH are committed to a long-term partnership, providing the candidate with the opportunity to participate in cross-site working. The Urology Centre at Nottingham City Hospital consists of a dedicated Outpatients Department, a lithotripter suite, three urology operating theatres, and office accommodation. At King's Mill Hospital, there are a wide range of outpatient and diagnostic facilities, as well as day case and inpatient surgical capacity.
We are looking for a full-time consultant specializing in general urology with an interest in BPH. The possibility of other specialist interests will also be considered. There is a mature BPH service at both King's Mill Hospital and Nottingham City Hospital, and it is intended to provide mentoring to the appointee by the experienced established consultants at both sites. We welcome applicants who have an interest in developing contemporary BPH surgical techniques.
Main Duties of the Job
* Give advice to GPs.
* Contribute to service improvements.
* Closely cooperate with all specialties.
* Support trainees/clinical development fellows.
* Maintain the highest clinical standards in the management of patients.
* Vetting referrals to ensure the most appropriate appointment/test is performed.
* Participate actively in departmental and Trust matters concerning Clinical Governance and audit.
* Ensure active participation in job responsibilities.
* The job plan will include at least 2 operative sessions per week, key urological diagnostic procedures (such as urodynamics, cystoscopy, prostate biopsy), and outpatient clinics.
* The successful applicant should be fully competent in core urology.
* Core urology is essential, and sub-specialty interests that complement existing post holders will be encouraged.
* The post holder may also be asked to do sessions at Newark Hospital.
* There will be a 1 in 14 on-call commitment at Nottingham City Hospital.
* The successful candidate will be expected to be aware of local policies and procedures.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Entry on GMC Specialist Register; eligible for entry on Register or within six months of receipt of Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) at time of interview.
* Success in Intercollegiate Specialty Examination or equivalent (FRCS Urology).
Clinical Experience
* Experience requisite to meeting all aspects of the job plan.
* Extensive practical urological experience.
Management & Administrative Experience
* Commitment to Continuing Medical Education and the requirements of Clinical Governance and Audit.
Teaching
* Demonstrable ability as a teacher with evidence of training for the role.
Research
* Publications in peer-reviewed journals.
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: Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address: King's Mill Hospital, Mansfield Road, Sutton-in-Ashfield, NG17 4JL
Employer's Website: https://www.sfh-tr.nhs.uk/
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