Senior Clinical Fellow in Gynae Oncology

The Methodist Church in Britain; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Senior Clinical Fellow post at New Cross Hospital focuses on obstetrics and gynaecology with gynae oncology experience. It involves on-call cover, labour ward duties, clinics, MDT attendance, and teaching for trainees aiming for MRCOG.

The role supports clinical governance and research, with a 48-hour EWTD full shift pattern and a commitment to professional development within the department.

Qualifications

• MB BS or equivalent, or full MRCOG.
• Minimum of 5 years in obstetrics and gynaecology.
• Full GMC registration is expected for UK practice.

Responsibilities

• Support the inpatient obstetrics and gynaecology service at New Cross Hospital.
• Provide labour ward cover and clinics, including elective theatre lists.
• Attend gynae oncology theatre sessions, fast track and oncology follow-up clinics.

Skills

Organisational skills

Teaching experience

MRCOG knowledge

On-call experience

Gynaecology experience

Education

MB BS or equivalent

Full MRCOG

Job description

A 12-month fixed-term Senior Clinical Fellow post in the obstetrics and gynaecology department at New Cross Hospital, aimed at doctors wanting gynae oncology experience. The work centres on oncology theatre lists, fast track and follow-up clinics, labour ward and on-call cover, plus MDT attendance. The rota is a 48-hour EWTD full shift pattern, with teaching of fellows working towards MRCOG. Candidates need full GMC registration and at least five years in obstetrics and gynaecology.

What the job involves

• Support the inpatient obstetrics and gynaecology service at New Cross Hospital
• Provide labour ward cover, antenatal and gynaecology clinics and elective theatre lists
• Give clinical care to obstetric and gynaecology patients, under supervision where needed
• Attend gynae oncology theatre sessions, fast track clinics and oncology follow-up clinics
• Cover gynaecology on call and attend gynae oncology ward rounds
• Attend multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings
• Carry out outpatient workload
• Teach undergraduate and postgraduate trainees, including fellows aiming for MRCOG
• Take responsibility for continuing professional education in line with college or faculty guidelines
• Initiate and take part in research and audit under Trust policy
• Contribute to clinical governance, service management and service development
• Maintain patient case records, investigations and correspondence with GPs

Qualifications

• MB BS or equivalent, or full MRCOG

Registration & licences

• Full GMC registration

Experience

• Minimum of 5 years in obstetrics and gynaecology, with evidence of commitment to the specialty
• On-call cover at senior registrar tier in obstetrics and gynaecology
• On-call cover at junior registrar tier, supported by a senior registrar

Skills & knowledge

• Good organisational and management skills to help coordinate maternal medicine MDTs
• Competent in basic caesarean section, ERPC, non-rotational ventouse and forceps, and perineal repair
• Experience in teaching

Nice to have

• Knowledge or training in human factors
• MRCOG part 2 or 3
• Genuine enthusiasm and commitment

What’s offered

• Study leave provided within budget
• An educational supervisor and a mentor
• Support for professional development
• Support primarily from within the department
• Flexible working requests considered