Junior Clinical Fellow in Surgery

Dyddiad hysbysebu:	30 Gorffennaf 2025
Cyflog:	£52,656.00 i £73,992.00 bob blwyddyn
Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog:	£52656.00 - £73992.00 a year
Oriau:	Llawn Amser
Dyddiad cau:	13 Awst 2025
Lleoliad:	Manchester, M20 4BX
Cwmni:	NHS Jobs
Math o swydd:	Cytundeb
Cyfeirnod swydd:	C9413-25-0543

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DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The post holder will be able to rotate through all four surgical oncology specialties at the Christie (urology, plastics, colorectal and gynae oncology surgery) The JSF will be supported by a team of consultants, SAS doctors, specialty trainees, clinical fellows and specialist nurses and will be part of a cohesive group of junior clinical fellows and core trainees working across the hospital. The post holder will be part of the wider surgical ward-based team which includes: a training rotational FY2 post and four Clinical Fellows in Surgical Oncology. There is a 1 in 6 rota with a combination of 8:00-16:00 working day time, occasional long days 8:00-21:00 and daytime weekend cover 08:00- 21:00 with compensatory off days. The JSF will be expected to participate in clinical audit, governance, teaching and learning. For interested individuals there are opportunities to be involved in the Christies significant research portfolio. All junior team members are encouraged to submit project/audit reports to local, regional, national, and international meetings. The Christie runs a MRes and MCh programme, and individuals who are successful in acquiring this post may be able to undertake one of these post-graduate programmes. The Christie ethos is underpinned by a commitment to teaching and mentoring, therefore the successful candidate will be expected to participate to the Trusts medical education programme. This role will be responsible for: a) Management of acute and chronically ill surgical patients and diagnostic testing b) Assessment of surgical patients c) Effective communication skills and counselling including skills in breaking bad news d) Coordinating treatment and investigative procedures e) Discharge planning f) Prescribing and administering drugs g) Undertake pre-operative, post-operative, and enhanced recovery care for patients. h) Attendance in surgical clinics and in theatre i) Participation in regular audit, MDT and ongoing departmental research j) Attend emergencies and unforeseen circumstances where predictable with senior, junior colleagues and emergency team. Duration and Monitoring of the Programme This post is for 12 months. The post is available to commence in August 2025. The post is based at The Christie NHS Foundation Trust, Wilmslow Road, Manchester M20 4BX. Place of work: The appointee will be based at The Christie and will provide input to inpatient wards (28 beds), an Oncology Critical Care Unit, 5 operating theatres, and the Integrated Procedures Unit. They are mainly based on surgical ward and will be rotating with all 4 surgical oncology specialities, attending daily ward rounds and providing ward-based care. There are opportunities to attend clinics, MDTs and theatre session with the attached surgical team, during their tenure. Professional Registration You must have full registration with the General Medical Council and have a Licence to Practice. On Call Commitment There is a scope for 1:6 on-call rota commitment during day only. Leave Entitlement Junior surgical Fellows are entitled to 5 weeks and 2 days annual leave (27 days) per annum. There are also 8 public holidays each year pro rata if part time. Essential Training All doctors employed by the Christie are required to keep up to date with their essential training to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements for training and to promote safe and effective practice within the organisation. Education and Training The JSF will have an allocated Educational Supervisor. Individual appraisal will be carried out in conjunction with the Educational Supervisor. They will have the opportunity to gain skills in communication, symptom control and the assessment and treatment of surgical emergencies. Mentorship opportunities and career guidance will also be available. The aim would be for the post holder to sufficiently improve their portfolios, enabling them to compete nationally for surgical speciality rotations. There is a weekly teaching session for all junior doctors on a Tuesday lunchtime, which the JSF will be expected to attend on a regular basis. There is also a weekly feedback session with senior medical staff to discuss clinical issues. JSFs will be encouraged to attend various educational lectures, meetings and seminars. There is an excellent medical library with good information technology facilities on site. In addition there are strong links with the Christie Postgraduate and Undergraduate Education (PG/UG Education) Centre / School of Oncology. The JSF will be able to apply for study leave (including attendance at examinations) and funding for approved courses. The post is ideal for applicants who have completed 2 years of general professional training and are interested in gaining additional experience before applying for surgical specialty training. Clinical Governance The candidate must be committed to maintaining a high quality of service to patients, regarding patient safety, by continual development of practise in the light of research, evidence and audit. The post holder will be required to be familiar with: - Implementation of Trust Risk Management strategy and understand implications of same within area of work - Compliance with Blood Transfusion policy to ensure a safe service is provided to patients - Be aware of, and comply with, all Trust infection prevention and control policies, to include hand hygiene, personal hygiene, environmental and food hygiene. To undertake annual training upgrades in infection prevention and control. The post holder will have annual appraisal and be responsible to the Clinical Lead Consultant Supervisor/mentor for Clinical Governance. Appraisal and Revalidation All doctors are required to participate in Appraisal and Revalidation, this is not only a contractual obligation but is also a requirement of their registered body the GMC. Appraisal is an opportunity to take stock of ones professional activities and career and must be undertaken annually. Revalidation is the process by which licensed doctors are required to demonstrate they meet the required standards and are fit to practise. The Responsible Officer, will make a revalidation recommendation to the GMC, usually once in a 5-year cycle. The doctor must ensure that all the evidence required, as outlined in Good Medical Practice is organised and sufficiently documented. Successful candidates will be expected to connect to The Christie NHS Foundation Trust on GMC connect upon their first day in post. Details of who to contact in relation to Appraisal and Revalidation will be provided upon successful completion of all NHS pre-employment checks. 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 Indicative week schedule: Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Ward Ward ward ward Ward Theatre Theatre Clinic Teaching / PDP PDP Arrangements to visit the hospital may be made direct with Abi Bayliss service manager If you require any further information regarding this post please contact Miss Eva Myriokefalitaki via email On call Commitments This role does require participation in the on-call rota. There is a scope for 1:6 on-call rota commitment during day only.