Senior Clinical Fellow in Neurovascular Surgery

King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious NHS Foundation Trust in London is seeking motivated doctors for a clinical fellowship in the Neurosurgical Department. This role offers unique experience in neurovascular surgery, preparing fellows for consultant positions. Successful candidates will engage in patient care, theatre support, and departmental teaching, contributing to a leading neuroscience center with a strong record of career advancement.

Qualifications

• Eligible for registration with the GMC.
• Meeting JCHST requirements for certification in neurosurgery.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient care on the wards and support in the operating theatre.
• Participate in general neurosurgical activities and contribute to the SpR duty rota.

Skills

Knowledge and competence in elective and emergency neurosurgery

Ability to prioritize clinical needs

Organizational skills

Understanding of clinical risk management

Participation in audit or research projects

Experience working in multidisciplinary teams

Education

MBBS or equivalent

FRCS (SN) or equivalent

Job description

King's Health Partners is a pioneering collaboration between King's College London, Guy's and St Thomas', King's College Hospital and South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trusts.

This unique combination brings together one of the world's leading research-led universities and three of London's most successful NHS Foundation Trusts.

We are looking for highly motivated doctors to work in the Neurosurgical Department, King's College Hospital.

King's is one of the largest Neuroscience centres in the UK with a national and international reputation for excellence. The successful applicants will form part of the team delivering care to acutely unwell neurosurgical patients.

Applicants are expected to participate fully in the departmental teaching program. Junior doctors in this department have an excellent record of subsequent advancement to specialty training. However, these posts are not currently recognized for training. The department has a strong record of career advancement in neurosurgery for previous post-holders and offers unique experience.

The clinical duties include the day-to-day care of patients admitted to the neurosurgical department, including admission, clinical examination, investigation coordination, liaison with senior colleagues, and operating theatre attendance. You will be rostered for theatre and teaching clinics regularly.

Commencement in post - June 2022.

Main duties of the job

This clinical fellowship is designed to allow an experienced neurosurgical trainee to gain experience in neurovascular surgery over one year. It will prepare the fellow to apply for a consultant position in this subspecialty.

This neurovascular fellowship was the first to achieve national accreditation under the Royal College of Surgeons National Surgical Fellowship Scheme. The fellow will undergo rigorous educational and clinical review and will provide feedback at the end of the placement.

About us

King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's largest and busiest teaching trusts, with a turnover of approximately £1 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts annually, and over 15,000 staff across South East London. The Trust provides a full range of services across five sites. Our vision, 'Strong Roots, Global Reach,' emphasizes being bold, brilliant, innovative, diverse, and inclusive, focusing on person-centered, digitally-enabled, and sustainable healthcare.

We are at a pivotal point in our history, seeking individuals ready to join a highly professional team and make a lasting impact.

King's is committed to Sustainable Healthcare via our Green Plan, aiming for net zero carbon targets by 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and by 2045 for NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. All staff are encouraged to contribute responsibly to reduce emissions, waste, and pollution.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Fellow will assist with patient care on the wards, support in the operating theatre, attend clinics, and review relevant literature and data. A timetable and list of review and research topics will be provided. The Fellow will participate in general neurosurgical activities and contribute to the SpR duty rota equally with other SpRs.

The post requires being non-resident second on call (1 in 6).

Active involvement in identifying neurovascular patients and supporting neurovascular surgeons in management is expected.

The Fellow will supervise ward management and assist or perform operations within their experience.

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications

• Eligible for registration with the GMC
• MBBS or equivalent
• FRCS (SN) or equivalent

Desirable

• M.D or PhD

Previous experience

• Eligible for CCT in Neurological Surgery
• Meeting JCHST requirements for certification in neurosurgery or equivalent

Desirable

• Exposure to neurological surgery

Skills/Knowledge/Ability

• Knowledge and competence in elective and emergency neurosurgery
• Ability to prioritize clinical needs
• Organizational skills
• Understanding of clinical risk management
• Participation in audit or research projects
• Experience working in multidisciplinary teams

Desirable

• Previous publications or presentations