Job summary
Senior Clinical Fellow in Gynaecology Oncology with Acute Gynaecology
The Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology is looking to recruit a Senior Clinical fellow in Obstetrics and Gynaecology with the opportunity to develop interest in oncology and complete the relevant ATSM. The post is available immediately for 12 months initially with the possibility of extending. This post is suitable for post CCT candidates.
Croydon University Hospital caters to a diverse population and has an oncology unit which works closely with the Royal Marsden Hospital. Patients are managed by a team of specialist across several specialities. The O&G department has a Gynaecology Assessment Unit that continues to grow, and this is a great opportunity for a doctor to reinforce clinical skills and contribute to development of this service.
Applicants will have at least 5 years experience in Obstetrics & Gynaecology and have MRCOG or equivalent. Gynaecology scan training will be provided for fellows who have not completed appropriate module. The job requires laparoscopic experience.
Croydon University Hospital is a large district general hospital which caters to a very diverse population. There are 14 full-time Consultants and an Associate Specialist. The middle grade consists of a Sub-Specialist Doctor and 12 Specialist Registrars/StR3+. There are 10 Senior House Officers with a mixture of Speciality trainees, GP trainees and Foundation doctors.
Main duties of the job
General ResponsibilitiesThe duties under Consultant supervision include the following :1. Supervision and day-to-day care of ward patients.2. General supervision of the wards.3. Taking part in antenatal and gynaecology clinics with the Consultant.4. Ward rounds on the Labour Ward.5. Attending gynaecological operating lists in the Main Theatre Suite and also in the Day Care Unit.
About us
Croydon Health Services NHS Trust provide hospital and community services from a number of community and specialist clinics throughout Croydon.
These include:o Croydon University Hospital o Purley Hospital o The Sickle Cell and Thalassaemia Centre in Thornton Heath o Community bases at Purley, Sanderstead, New Addington, Broad Green, Woodside o A minor injuries unit in New Addington The Trust was formed on 1st August 2010 through the integration of Croydon Community Health Services and Mayday Healthcare NHS Trust. Around 3,500 staff provide services for a population of over 360,000 people who are relatively young with a high level of ethnic diversity.Our Vision:"Excellent integrated care for you and your family, when and where you need it"Our 5 key 'Here for you' promises to the people of Croydon are:o You feel cared for by helpful and welcoming staff o You feel in safe hands with highly professional staff o You feel confident in your treatment from skilled teams of compassionate clinicians o You feel we value your time with convenient appointments, minimal waiting and care closer to homeo You feel it's getting better all the time as we continue to improve our services
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Job description
Job responsibilities
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Person Specification
Education
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent, MRCOG
Desirable
- Relevant ATSM (acute gynaecology, gynaecology oncology, benign gynaecology
SKILLS/ABILITIES
Essential
- Diagnostic Laparoscopy
- Manage Labour ward including performing CS, instrumental deliveries, perineal repairs, interpreting CTG and dealing with obstetric emergencies
- Experience with gynaecology emergencies including managing ectopic pregnancies, miscarriage and the acute abdomen
Desirable
- Thearpeutic Laparoscopy
- Gynaecology scanning
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience in O & G
- More than 5 years as registrar
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
Croydon Health Services NHS Trust
Address
Croydon University Hospital
530 London Rd, Thornton Heath CR7 7YE
Croydon
CR7 7YE