Senior Clinical Fellow - Plastic Surgery

NHS; London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in London is seeking a Senior Clinical Fellow in Plastic Surgery. This full-time role involves providing patient care, assisting in surgeries, and engaging in clinical governance. The position offers extensive career opportunities and a supportive environment for professional development.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Comprehensive training programs

Qualifications

• Completed basic surgical training including ST2.
• Previous experience within a Plastic Surgery team.

Responsibilities

• Undertake Plastic Surgery clinics and provide care for patients.
• Assist in surgeries and participate in ward rounds.
• Engage in clinical governance activities.

Skills

Excellent clinical skills

Leadership and decision-making skills

Strong communication skills

Organizational and prioritization skills

Education

MBBS or equivalent medical qualification

Membership of a relevant Royal College

Job description

Senior Clinical Fellow - Plastic Surgery

This is a full-time (40 hours per week) post based at the Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust's Plastic Surgery Department. The department is a busy and dynamic unit that provides care for the local population in North Central London and a larger network around North London and the home counties. This is a 6-month fixed-term post.

The trust manages Plastic Surgery services at the following locations: Mount Vernon Hospital, Watford General Hospital, St Albans City Hospital, Barnet General Hospital.

Services are also provided at: Hillingdon, Luton & Dunstable, Whittington, University College, Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital, Harefield, Northwick Park, Chase Farm.

The service configuration involves inpatient work, day case procedures under general anaesthetic, and specialist outpatient services mainly at the Royal Free Hospital. Outpatient services and minor procedures are also delivered at various 'spoke' sites, often in partnership with consultants from other specialties.

Main duties of the job

Clinical responsibilities:

1. Undertake Plastic Surgery clinics and provide care for patients with a wide range of conditions.
2. Work at SpR level, undertaking appropriate surgeries, assisting in the operating theatre, participating in ward rounds, and outpatient clinics as directed by Consultants.
3. Engage proactively in clinical governance activities, including audits and the Trust's governance systems.
4. Support infection prevention & control and antimicrobial stewardship activities.
5. Participate in laboratory and clinical audits.

About us

The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's largest and most innovative trusts, caring for over 1.6 million patients across three main hospitals. We offer extensive career opportunities, flexible working arrangements, and comprehensive training programs.

More information is available at: https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached job description for detailed information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.

Person Specification

Education & Professional Qualifications

• Possession of MBBS or an equivalent medical qualification
• Eligible for GMC registration
• Membership of a relevant Royal College or equivalent

Royal Free World Class Values

• Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values

Experience

• Completed basic surgical training including ST2
• Previous experience within a Plastic Surgery team

Skills and Aptitudes

• Excellent clinical skills
• Ability to work as part of a team and be accountable
• Leadership and decision-making skills for multidisciplinary environments
• Strong communication skills in English
• Ability to build relationships and collaborate effectively
• Empathy and effective communication with patients from diverse backgrounds
• Willingness to challenge unacceptable behavior and escalate when necessary
• Supervisory skills for doctors in training and staff
• Strong teaching and mentoring abilities

Personal Qualities & Attributes

• Organizational and prioritization skills
• Flexibility, enthusiasm, resilience, and a positive attitude
• Commitment to personal development and continuous learning
• High standards of ethics, integrity, and professionalism
• Motivation to excel in the role
• Leadership potential in the field

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A DBS check will be required.

Salary: £55,329 per annum, inclusive of HCAS.