Senior Clinical Fellow Urology

The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust seeks a Senior Clinical Fellow specializing in Urology. This role offers exceptional clinical experience, direct Consultant supervision, and the opportunity to engage in research and further academic studies. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, the Trust promotes professional development and flexible working arrangements.

Qualifications

• GMC Registered.
• At least 2 years of post-qualification experience.

Responsibilities

• Conducting ward rounds, theatre sessions, and outpatient clinics.
• Participation in the Middle Grade full shift rota.
• Involvement in teaching, especially undergraduate education.

Skills

Management of acute and chronic general medical diseases

Education

MBBS or equivalent

MRCP

Other basic degree, e.g., BSc, Honours

Job description

We are looking to appoint a Senior Clinical Fellow to commence as soon as possible. The appointment is for a 1-year fixed term, with the possibility of a further 12-month extension.

Although the post is non-training grade, there will be direct Consultant supervision and an educational programme including annual appraisal, 4-monthly supervisor meetings, access to an e-portfolio, and relevant study leave.

There will be a specific programme of protected teaching and a wide range of other clinical training activities. The postholder is encouraged to undertake audit and quality improvement projects and will be supported to pursue Membership examinations in their chosen specialty. Options to develop formal teaching or research are available.

Main duties of the job

The post offers excellent experience in Urology and would be suitable for someone who has completed Basic Surgical Training and is looking to widen their experience prior to moving on to Higher Surgical Training.

Opportunities exist within the Directorate to conduct clinical research. The post would also be ideal for those wishing to undertake further academic study, e.g., MSc/B.Ed, with protected study time built into the job plan.

About us

The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust is one of the largest NHS trusts in the West Midlands, providing primary, acute, and community services. We pride ourselves on the diversity of our staff and the communities we serve. We aim to build a workforce that fulfills our values, improves care quality, and solves healthcare challenges of tomorrow. We value diversity of thinking and lived experience, which helps us become a learning organization and leader in compassionate care.

We are rated as 'Good' by CQC and have received awards such as The Nursing Times Best Diversity and Inclusion Practice and Best UK Employer of the Year for Nursing Staff in 2020.

The Trust supports flexible working arrangements and will consider all requests for flexible working.

Job description

Job responsibilities

• The weekly timetable includes ward rounds, theatre sessions, outpatient clinics, and weekly audit/surgical meetings.
• Participation in the Middle Grade full shift rota.
• Continuing care of ward patients during the day.
• Perform duties in unforeseen or emergency circumstances as requested by the consultant.
• Involvement in teaching, especially undergraduate education.
• Cover colleagues during absences such as annual or study leave.

Person Specification

Registration

• GMC Registered

Qualifications

• MBBS or equivalent
• MRCP
• Other basic degree, e.g., BSc, Honours, or undergraduate distinction

Experience

• At least 2 years of post-qualification experience
• Management of acute and chronic general medical diseases under supervision