Senior Clinical Fellow in Rhinology - 12 Month Fixed Term Contract

ROYAL CORNWALL HOSPITALS TRUST; Truro; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Cornwall is offering a senior clinical fellowship in advanced rhinology, lacrimal, and facial plastics surgery. This 12-month program focuses on developing skills for independent practice as a Rhinology Consultant, with responsibilities including surgery and supervision of junior staff. A supportive working environment with opportunities for research and a fulfilling career awaits candidates in this picturesque region.

Benefits

Extensive educational links

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Ability to independently manage rhinologic conditions.
• Experience with advanced endoscopic techniques.
• Capacity for research and publication.

Responsibilities

• Conduct advanced clinical training in rhinology.
• Perform surgical procedures on patients.
• Supervise registrar and junior doctors.

Skills

Competency in clinical assessment

Minimally invasive endoscopic surgery

Research publication skills

Education

Medical degree with specialization

Job description

This is an exciting opportunity for a senior clinical fellowship in advanced rhinology, lacrimal and facial plastics surgery at the Royal Cornwall Hospital. This is a 12 month fellowship programme designed to develop the skills to a level to deliver independent practice as a Rhinology Consultant.

The primary objective of the fellowship is to provide advanced clinical training in the management of diseases of the nose, paranasal sinuses and associated orbital disease. Additional experience in facial plastics and reconstruction can be offered.

Main duties of the job

The specific learning objectives of the fellowship are:

• Knowledge: To develop full competency in the clinical assessment and management of benign and malignant rhinologic conditions.
• Practical: To be able to independently undertake minimally invasive endoscopic approaches to the paranasal sinuses and orbit including primary and revision endoscopic sinus surgery, advanced frontal sinus surgery including Draf 3/Modified Endoscopic Lothrop, endoscopic approaches to treat orbital and lacrimal disease including dacryocystorhinostomy and orbital decompression, and endoscopic treatment of benign and malignant nasal tumours. Opportunities for training in facial plastics will be offered including septorhinoplasty and the surgical treatment of naso-facial skin cancer including reconstruction.
• Research: Dedicated research time will be offered to complete at least one publication and presentation of work at international meetings will be supported.

Rhinology fellowship training is provided by the subspeciality rhinology team and led by Professor Neil Tan. The fellow will hold a senior position in the department including supporting the supervision of registrar and junior doctors. The post is expected to include at least 2 days of operating and 1.5 days of outpatient activity. At least 2 half-days per week will be allocated to CPD, audit and research.

About the Trust

Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust is the biggest provider of healthcare services in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. Our three main sites are Royal Cornwall Hospital Truro, St Michael's Hospital Hayle and West Cornwall Hospital Penzance, our staff and services are available across the region.

The Trust employs 5,000+ staff, has a budget of £380 million and 750 beds. We work with health and social care organisations -including NHS Kernow and NHS England- to ensure local healthcare needs are met. We provide acute medical, surgical and specialist services to around 500,000- which can increase significantly during busy holiday periods.

The Trust has teaching hospitals status as part of the University of Exeter Medical School. Keeping at the forefront of medical advances, we continually develop clinical services and are committed to maximising the range of specialist care offered locally.

Why join us

We can offer you a rewarding career in a supportive working environment. We have extensive educational links to help you realise your full potential and develop skills to provide outstanding healthcare to the local community.

Enjoy an outstanding quality of life in a place that offers surfing beaches and fishing harbours to beautiful countryside and historic towns. With clean air, plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities and excellent schools, colleges and universities (including adult education) it is the ideal place for families and for you to develop your own career.