Job summary
This is a realistic fellowship, as we feel there are enough training opportunities at PCH to serve the training needs of a fellow with 2-4 laparoscopic resections a week. The goal of the fellowship would be to attain competence at laparoscopic colonic resections and introduction to the principles of laparoscopic TME. In addition, the fellow could join in other open cases, redo resections, emergency colorectal surgery joint cases as required by training needs.
We hope the fellow would be JAG accredited, thereby allowing some independent endoscopy lists. There are opportunities to keep your hand in with lap cholecystectomies, hernias etc. (General Surgery training registrars will have first priority for non-colorectal cases). The endoscopy unit is very trainee friendly, with opportunity to consolidate your experience.
The fellow would have an administrative role in the management of the colorectal unit and the junior staff, as well as rota organisation within the colorectal unit. Additional responsibilities would include database management and overseeing the local ERAS program.
We would anticipate at one publication to be generated for the 6 months, this is a key requirement of the job.
The fellowship is designed for yr 5/6 trainees, preferably having passed their CCT/CESR. We would be interesting in pro-active individuals with some management/leadership skills.
The fellow is required to interact with RCSEng to provide feedback and other details for the fellowship
Main duties of the job
Senior Clinical Fellow, Colorectal Surgery (RCS Approved)
Applications are invited for the post of Senior Clinical Fellow in laparoscopic colorectal surgery for six months (extendible to 1 year) based in the colorectal unit at Peterborough City Hospital. This is approved for fellowship training by the Royal College of Surgeons and is on the National Fellowship Scheme's list of approved fellowships. PCH is a new hospital, and has been receiving patients since 2010. The unit has 6 colorectal surgery consultants. Most of the consultants are fellowship trained and well-experienced. We deal with roughly 225 colorectal cancers per year, the majority of resections are conducted laparoscopically. We are looking to recruit a peri-CCT/CESR candidate who is keen, enthusiastic and demonstrates leadership skills, in addition to surgical ability. Training will be provided in laparoscopic and general colorectal surgery as well as colonoscopy (diagnostic and therapeutic). There is no on-call commitment associated with this post. Please see job description for full details. Salary at appropriate speciality trainee scale.
Starting date: Oct 2024.
Program Director: Mr Rohit Makhija
Applicants are invited to visit by appointment: please contact Mr. Rohit Makhija's secretary (Ms Dawn Robinson) on 01733 677581 or email: [email protected]
About us
We are dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusivity within our workforce and warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, with a particular emphasis on encouraging those from disabled, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities, as well as candidates from our local area.
As part of our commitment to supporting our employees we offer a range of benefits including:
- Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 27 days and increasing to 29 days after five years of service and 33 days after 10 years of service, in addition to the national Bank Holidays (pro-rata for part time staff);
- Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme:
- Flexible working opportunities;
- Enhanced hourly rates for unsociable hours e.g. night shifts, weekends, bank holidays;
- Opportunities for career development and training to help you progress in your role;
- Wellbeing support and activities to promote a healthy work environment;
- Access to our in-house physiotherapy service;
- On-site canteens offering subsidised meals;
- Subsidised staff parking (currently free);
- Free Stagecoach Bus Travel to and from work within Cambridgeshire and Peterborough
We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees feel valued and empowered to excel in their roles. Join us and become part of a team dedicated to making a positive difference in our community.
Job description
Job responsibilities
v Full Registration with the General Medical Council
v Experience with UK hospital systems and practices (or equivalent)
v National Training Number in final of surgical rotation: Consolidated logbook evidence of experience in both open Colorectal Surgery and Laparoscopic Techniques, along with endoscopy.. Alternatively, non-deanery surgeons, approaching/gained CESR with logbook experience of sufficient open/laparoscopic colorectal cases as well as endoscopy.
v Reference from STC Chairman - supporting your suitability for this fellowship and giving consent to six months leave of absence from regional rotation, if planning an OOP.
v Reference from current consultant trainers
v Evidence of plans to maintain laparoscopic skills after the Fellowship is completed.
Person Specification
Education
Essential
- Demonstration of subspecialist training in Lower GI Surgery
Experience
Essential
- Completion/ Near completion of supervised training in an appropriate SpR training programme or Clinical training and experience equivalent to that required for gaining UK CCT in General Surgery
- Experience of supervising Junior Doctors and Speciality Registrars
- Ability to teach Clinical skills
- Experience of undergraduate teaching
- Interest in trainingE
Knowledge
Essential
- Experience with Clinical Audits
- Ability to work within the Trust and NHS performance framework and targets
Skills
Essential
- Ability to both lead and work within a team
- Works to build the team
- Shows respect for and values all colleagues
- Understands team dynamics
- Able to adopt an open minded and flexible approach to problem solving
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.
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 .
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 .
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website .
Employer details
Employer name
North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Peterborough City Hospital
Edith Cavell Campus, Bretton Gate
Peterborough
PE3 9GZ