Clinical Fellow in Minimally Invasive Surgery

Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust; Chipping Barnet; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job description

Job summary

Clinical Fellow in Minimally Invasive Surgery

Full time post - 40 hours per week

1 year fixed term

Based at Barnet hospital (main base)

Main duties of the job

We are seeking a highly motivated Clinical Fellow in Minimally Invasive Surgery to join our team. This role is ideal for candidates at ST5 level or above who have successfully completed MRCOG Part 3 and have a strong interest in benign gynaecology and minimal access surgery. The fellowship provides the candidate to acquire skills in the comprehensive management of complex benign gynaecological conditions including regular exposure and training in advanced laparoscopic surgery and a structured gynaecological scanning programme further enhancing diagnostic and surgical planning capabilities.

About us

The fellow will be expected to actively engage in research, with a strong emphasis on publication in peer-reviewed journals and presentation at national and international conferences such as BSGE or similar. Teaching is a mandatory component of the role, and the fellow will contribute to the education with a particular focus on simulation for junior resident doctors.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.

Job description
Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Registration

Essential

• Full registration with the relevant medical council (e.g., GMC or equivalent)
• Completion of Membership of the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (MRCOG) or an equivalent qualification
• Eligibility to work at the level of a senior trainee, post-CCT fellow, or equivalent

Experience

Essential

• Training in general gynaecological surgery, including diagnostic laparoscopy and hysteroscopy
• Demonstrable interest in minimally invasive gynaecology with a commitment to learning advanced techniques
• Basic knowledge of endometriosis management, including an understanding of the NICE guidelines, diagnostic pathways, and multidisciplinary approaches to care

Skills and Competencies

Essential

• Basic competency in diagnostic laparoscopy and hysteroscopy, with a willingness to advance to operative procedures under supervision
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
• Sound clinical judgment and decision-making skills, appropriate to level of training
• Awareness of patient-centered approaches in the management of complex conditions such as endometriosis, including the importance of addressing physical, psychological, and quality-of-life aspects

Professional Attributes

Essential

• Strong commitment to learning and professional development in minimally invasive gynaecology
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for interaction with patients, families, and colleagues
• Evidence of involvement in clinical governance activities, such as audits, quality improvement initiatives, or risk management

Person Specification
Qualifications and Registration

Essential

• Full registration with the relevant medical council (e.g., GMC or equivalent)
• Completion of Membership of the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (MRCOG) or an equivalent qualification
• Eligibility to work at the level of a senior trainee, post-CCT fellow, or equivalent

Experience

Essential

• Training in general gynaecological surgery, including diagnostic laparoscopy and hysteroscopy
• Demonstrable interest in minimally invasive gynaecology with a commitment to learning advanced techniques
• Basic knowledge of endometriosis management, including an understanding of the NICE guidelines, diagnostic pathways, and multidisciplinary approaches to care

Skills and Competencies

Essential

• Basic competency in diagnostic laparoscopy and hysteroscopy, with a willingness to advance to operative procedures under supervision
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
• Sound clinical judgment and decision-making skills, appropriate to level of training
• Awareness of patient-centered approaches in the management of complex conditions such as endometriosis, including the importance of addressing physical, psychological, and quality-of-life aspects

Professional Attributes

Essential

• Strong commitment to learning and professional development in minimally invasive gynaecology
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for interaction with patients, families, and colleagues
• Evidence of involvement in clinical governance activities, such as audits, quality improvement initiatives, or risk management

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.
Certificate of Sponsorship

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 .

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. .
UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see

Additional information
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship

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 .

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. .
UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust
Address

Barnet

Wellhouse Lane

Barnet

EN5 3DJ

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