Senior Clinical Fellow in Congenital Cardiac Surgery

Guy's and St. Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS foundation trust in the UK is seeking a Clinical Fellow in Paediatric Cardiac Surgery. This 12-month position is ideal for those looking to specialize in congenital cardiac surgery, offering exposure to both paediatric and adult patient care in a collaborative environment. Applicants should have a medical degree and relevant training experience. The role includes responsibility for surgical care, participation in ward rounds, and involvement in teaching and governance activities.

Benefits

Public sector pension scheme

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Support for research participation

Qualifications

• Experience in paediatric cardiac surgery or related fields.
• Skills in surgical care and management.
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Provide surgical care to paediatric and adult congenital heart patients.
• Assist in surgeries under consultant supervision.
• Engage in teaching and clinical governance activities.

Skills

Teamwork

Clinical care

Surgical skills

Communication

Education

Medical degree

Completion of relevant training

Job description

Overview

The post is designed for individuals who wish to pursue a career in paediatric cardiac surgery. This post would suit a junior trainee who wishes to gain exposure to congenital cardiac surgery to guide future training, or a more senior trainee considering sub-specialisation in congenital cardiac surgery. The post-holder will work within the Department of Paediatric and Adult Congenital Heart Surgery. This post is for 12 months, with possible extension for suitable applicants. The post will be based at Evelina Children’s Hospital, Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust. You may be required to work at other locations owned or served by the Trust, subject to service demands.

Responsibilities

• As a clinical fellow, be responsible for the surgical care of all in-patients scheduled for surgery on the paediatric and adult congenital heart services.
• Assist, or undertake with consultant supervision, cases requiring surgery for paediatric and/or adult congenital heart disorders.
• Be responsible for all aspects of pre- and post-operative care in conjunction with congenital surgical registrars and colleagues in paediatric and adult congenital cardiology and intensive care units.
• May participate in out-patient surgical clinics in agreement with consultant colleagues.
• Participate in audit and research projects identified by mutual agreement with consultant colleagues, and contribute to teaching of junior staff and clinical governance activities within the department.

Further duties and training opportunities

• Participation in intensive care ward rounds and adult congenital cardiac surgery ward rounds.
• Participation in surgical outpatient clinics including postoperative wound review.
• Contribution to organisation of the paediatric and adult congenital cardiac surgical list.
• Review surgical cases in multidisciplinary meetings and contribute to peri-operative care, paediatric intensive care, ward, theatre and on-call duties.
• In addition, participate in teaching, and engage in clinical governance activities as agreed with colleagues.

Working for our organisation

The Department of Paediatric Cardiology provides a comprehensive service to children with congenital and acquired heart disease throughout the network. The department has an active programme of Paediatric Cardiac Surgery, a complete Interventional Cardiac Catheterisation Laboratory, Echocardiography, specialised cross-sectional imaging and Electrophysiology. The department is known for excellence and innovation in fetal cardiology, congenital intervention, echocardiography and cardiac MRI. The department provides services across the South Thames region and includes cross-disciplinary teams.

The postholder will, with colleagues, be responsible for providing services to Guy’s & St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust, including:

• Diagnosis and treatment of patients in hospitals, health centres, clinics or other premises as required.
• Continuing clinical responsibility for patients in your charge, with proper delegation and training of staff.

The successful applicant will provide clinical services for paediatric and adult congenital cardiac surgery patients under the guidance of the consultant surgeons. The role will cover all aspects of patient care, including reviewing surgical cases in multidisciplinary meetings, peri-operative care, paediatric intensive care, ward, theatre and on-call duties.

Other duties and training opportunities include:

• Participation in intensive care ward rounds
• Participation in adult congenital cardiac surgery ward rounds
• Participation in surgical outpatient clinics including postoperative wound review
• Contribution to organisation of the paediatric and adult congenital cardiac surgical list

Equality, diversity and flexible working

Guy’s and St Thomas’ celebrates, respects and values the diversity of its staff and patients. We are committed to equality of opportunity and to ensuring that no applicant is discriminated against on grounds of race, ethnicity, nationality, disability, religion or belief, age, gender identity, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity/paternity, or marital/civil partnership. Reasonable adjustments and guidance are available for applicants with a disability. We support flexible working where possible and encourage applicants to discuss individual circumstances with the recruiting manager.

How to apply and eligibility

Applications are welcomed from all eligible applicants. Please note immigration rules affecting Skilled Worker Visas, Global Business Mobility, Higher Skill Level and Increased Salary Thresholds. Ensure you meet the requirements to live and work in the UK before applying. Eligibility information is available on the UK Government website. Your e-mail address on the application form will be used for communication; please check it regularly.

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About Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust

Guy’s and St Thomas’ is among the UK’s busiest NHS foundation trusts, providing a full range of hospital and community services including cancer, renal, orthopaedic, respiratory and cardiovascular services. Evelina London Children’s Hospital provides specialist services across south east England. We lead networks to ensure children are treated locally where possible and have access to specialist expertise when needed. Our staff are encouraged to deliver high-quality, safe, and efficient care, and to contribute to teaching and research. We have one of the largest critical care units and a busy emergency department, and we collaborate with King’s Health Partners and King’s College London on research facilities.