Senior Clinical Fellow - Paediatric Neurosurgery

NHS National Services Scotland; Scotland; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A major healthcare service provider in Scotland seeks a Paediatric Neurosurgery Fellow to enhance skills in a critical service role. This position involves daily leadership in clinical service delivery, educating trainees, and opportunities for research. Candidates must hold GMC registration and complete specific training documentation. A significant role for those aiming for a consultant position, set within a diverse and inclusive healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• Completion of general neurosurgical training.
• GMC Registration and License to Practice in the UK.
• Submission of Certificate of Readiness to Enter Specialty Training (CREST) if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Lead in the delivery of the service daily.
• Participate on the consultant rota.
• Supervise and educate neurosurgical trainees.
• Engage in research and clinical audit.

Education

General psychiatry training

Primary medical qualification

Job description

Post Overview

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is one of the largest healthcare systems in the UK employing around 40,000 staff in a wide range of clinical and non‑clinical professions and job roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health care services to a population of over 1.15 million and a wider population of 2.2 million when our regional and national services are included.

Duty Pattern and Post Length

Shift pattern: on call 1 in 6

Post length: Fixed term 12 months

Post Purpose and Responsibilities

The post is intended for those who have completed general neurosurgical training and seek further sub‑specialist training in Paediatric Neurosurgery prior to a consultant appointment.

The successful candidate would be expected to take a lead in the delivery of the service on a daily basis and will participate on the consultant rota, with supervision provided. As part of the post the Fellow will play a key role in the supervision and education of neurosurgical trainees.

The unit has an established research and clinical audit programme and there are multiple opportunities to participate in research and presentation at national and international meetings.

This affords an excellent opportunity to develop the skills necessary to become a Consultant Paediatric Neurosurgeon.

This post does not have educational approval from the Post Graduate Dean and is not recognised for training.

To practice medicine in the UK you need to hold both GMC Registration and a License to Practice.

Informal Contact

Emer Campbell – Consultant Paediatric Neurosurgeon – 0141 232 7514 or [e-mail]

Recruitment Process

Information for candidates

This post may close early to the volume of response. Please submit your application form as soon as possible.

Applicants who have not undertaken a UK foundation programme within 3.5 years of the advertised post start date will be asked to submit a Certificate of Readiness to Enter Specialty Training (CREST). The CREST form must be completed by a consultant who has worked with you for a minimum continuous period of three months whole‑time equivalent wholly within the 3.5 years prior to the advertised post start date for which you are applying.

Diversity and Inclusion

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde‑ NHS Scotland encourages applications from all sections of the community. We promote a culture of inclusion across the organisation and are proud of the diverse workforce we have.

By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We support applications from across the Armed Forces Community, recognising military skills, experience and qualifications during the recruitment and selection process.

Application Integrity

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