Job summary
HIV and Integrated sexual health services Senior Clinical Fellows in HIV and Sexual Health Available from August 2024 for 6 months possibly extendable
The Sexual Health Services at Central and North West London NHS FT are looking for doctors interested in GUM/HIV/ID.
Based at Mortimer Market Centre (MMC) in Central London, which is one of the largest cohorts of HIV patients in the UK.
Previous experience in HIV/ID medicine and/or Sexual Health medicine would be an advantage but not essential.
The successful post holder will have the opportunity to join the weekly training and education meetings with protected study time.
The service at the Mortimer Market Centre provides integrated sexual health care as well as HIV and has an active quality improvement and research programme bridging epidemiology and clinical management.
Closing Date: 07/07/2024 Interview Date : w/c 12/07/2024
Please note due to the high volumes of applications we receive for certain posts, we reserve the right to close any adverts before the published closing date once we have received a sufficient number of applications.
Main duties of the job
To provide patient-centred, high quality STI and contraceptive care ensuring that patients are well informed and able to participate in their care
To provide HIV +/- hepatitis outpatient services at the Bloomsbury Clinic
To work as part of a multidisciplinary team to deliver Integrated sexual health care and HIV and hepatitis treatment in accordance with the values and standards of CNWL and the GMC
To take part in research, audit, quality improvement and training as defined in job plan.
About us
Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest trusts in the UK, caring for people with a wide range of physical and mental health needs. We have approximately 7,000 staff that provide healthcare to a third of London's population and across wider geographical areas, including Milton Keynes, Kent, Surrey and Hampshire.
As a Foundation Trust we involve service users, carers, the public, staff and partner organisations in the way that we are run and our future development. If you are interested in becoming a member of our Foundation Trust please visit our website.
Our catchment area spans diverse communities, with over 100 first languages spoken. It contains areas of great affluence as well as areas of much deprivation. We are committed to providing services that meet the needs of the people who use them, and we actively encourage involvement from local people who can help make a difference.
We can offer full access to a wide range of staff Benefits Discounts and Offers you can enjoy some listed but not limited to and some are open to your family too.
- Salary sacrifice schemes
- Sponsorship for International candidates
- Relocation allowance up to £8000 subject to policy requirement
- Study discounts for staff
- Flexible working
- Interest free loans season tickets and car parking
- Competitive Bank Rates
- Fitness and Wellbeing
Job description
Job responsibilities
To undertake the clinical and administrative duties outlined in the job plan - to be agreed on appointment and reviewed regularly.
To provide patient-centred, high quality care ensuring that patients are well informed and able to participate in their care.
To be responsible for maintaining satisfactory patient records. This will include entering of relevant data into electronic patient records.
To provide regular updates to relevant health care professionals.
Provide relevant sexual health, general health and adherence promotion.
To work as part of a multidisciplinary team (MDT) including engagement in the weekly MDT meeting to review antiretrovirals & complex clinical or psychosocial questions.
To support the HIV/hepatitis team in terms of emergency clinic cover, emergency prescriptions and other clinical activities as required.
To refer patients where appropriate this includes specialty to specialty referrals within UCLH when indicated.
To treat all patients in a sensitive and non-judgmental manner.
To maintain confidentiality in accordance with national and local policies.
To be available for advice as agreed in the job plan and to give medical advice to junior medical staff, nursing colleagues, local pharmacy and general practice teams.
To take responsibility for designated management tasks as agreed with the local management team.
Participate in the induction of new members of staff when required.
Fulfil the requirements for appraisal and revalidation as set out by the General Medical Council.
Person Specification
Research and Audit
Essential
- Demonstrate an understanding of Clinical Governance
- Demonstrate an understanding of Evidence Based Medicine
Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC registration
- Basic medical qualifications
- MRCP or equivalent (MRCP parts 1 and 2 as minimum)
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in NHS
- Experience in GIM
- Evidence of publications (papers /posters/case reports)
Desirable
- Experience in HIV and/or GUM
- Experience in providing sexual & reproductive healthcare
- Clinical teaching / lecturing experience
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Evidence of genuine commitment to & interest in HIV care
- Time management skills
- Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team
- Ability to communicate effectively with vulnerable people
- Positive and proactive attitude to managing and supporting change
- Ability to work effectively under pressure
- Good oral and written communication skills
Trust's Values and Principles
Essential
- Willingness to continually improve skills/knowledge
- Willingness to undertake clinical teaching
- Willingness to evaluate work outcomes/commitment to further learning
- Evidence of respect for others, caring approach
- Conscientious and reliable
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
Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust
Address
CNWL NHS FT HIV/ISH Services in London
Mortimer Market Centre
London
WC1E 6JB