Clinical Fellow- Gynaecology

The Christie NHS Foundation Trust; Manchester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Manchester is seeking a Specialty Registrar in Gynecological Oncology. This role involves supporting Consultant Surgeons, participating in multidisciplinary team meetings, and engaging in various aspects of research and development. Candidates should have GMC registration, experience at the specialty registrar level, and a commitment to professional development. The position offers a supportive environment for clinical duties and research opportunities.

Benefits

Time and financial support for CPD

Qualifications

• GMC registration required.
• Experience at specialty registrar level.
• 3+ years in gynecology.

Responsibilities

• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings.
• Consult with patients in clinics.
• Engage in surgical training opportunities.

Skills

General surgical experience

Practical skills in gynecology

Research interest

Teaching ability

Education

MB BS or equivalent

MRCOG or equivalent

Job description

Overview

This role is a 40 hours per week Specialty Registrar level position in a leading Gynaecological Oncology unit. The appointee will support and work with Consultant Gynaecological Oncology Surgeons, Junior Doctors and Senior Medical colleagues, with involvement in tertiary-level surgical care for gynecological cancer patients. The fellow will participate in a multidisciplinary team and contribute to service development, research, and education.

Responsibilities

• Participate in weekly Specialist Multidisciplinary Team meetings to triage patients for local or specialist surgery.
• Consult with new and follow-up patients in clinics supervised by Senior Colleagues and supported by a Clinical Nurse Specialist; identify and manage complex pre-operative issues.
• Share daily ward rounds/pre-operative assessments among Clinical Fellows; participate in theatre sessions and inpatient/outpatient care.
• Engage in a wide range of surgical training (open and robotic surgery), with opportunities to provide emergency services covering gynecology, colorectal, urology and plastics within the directorate.
• Attend MDTs and theatres of other Specialities within the Christie, and other non-surgical specialties as applicable.
• Engage in research and audit within the role and integrate findings into the rota where possible.
• Support a culture of CPD, professional development and publication activity aligned with GMC and surgical college requirements.

Training and Qualifications

• MB BS (or equivalent); MRCOG (or equivalent); CRiSP (if not undertaken, expected within 3 months of commencement); AF/CE credentials.
• GMC registration and evidence of broad publication/research activity; some experience with statistics.
• General surgical experience with good practical skills; at least 3 years' experience in Gynaecology; experience at specialty registrar level; surgical on-call experience.
• Desire to participate in research at postgraduate level; ability to audit and critically appraise clinical care delivery by a multidisciplinary team.
• Interest in postgraduate and undergraduate teaching; interest in teaching non-medical staff.

Role Planning and Workload

The appointee’s professional time will be flexibly deployed across clinical duties, administration, teaching, research and clinical audit. Detailed elements of the job plan will be agreed on appointment. The unit aims to build its research portfolio and continue regional collaboration, publication and presentation.

Organisation Context

The Christie is a leading cancer centre in Manchester, with extensive radiotherapy and chemotherapy services, and a focus on complex abdomino-pelvic malignancy. The role sits within a tertiary pelvic surgery team that collaborates with Colorectal, Urology and Oncoplastic Surgeons.

Professional Development and CPD

The Trust supports CPD requirements as laid down by GMC and surgical colleges, with time and financial support for these activities.

Eligibility and Application Notes

All positions are subject to satisfactory references, medical clearance and Right to Work in the UK. Some roles require a DBS check (the applicant will bear the DBS disclosure cost if appointed). The Christie NHS Foundation Trust may transfer application data to its applicant management system and national NHS Electronic Staff Records. The closing date may be extended or brought forward depending on applications. The Trust operates a No Smoking Policy and welcomes diverse applicants. We guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria under the Disability Confident scheme.