TTP Clinical Fellow

University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust; Leicester; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust requires a clinician to supervise Foundation doctors in the TTP inpatient service, liaising with nurses, doctors, patients and families. You will attend ward rounds and outpatient clinics, contribute to education, and help develop resources across the TTP network.

Engagement in research and audit, leadership in multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring compliance with local policies are expected as part of a busy academic clinical service in Leicester.

Qualifications

• MB BS or equivalent is required.
• Full GMC registration with licence to practise is essential.
• MRCP (UK) or equivalent is essential.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and assist Foundation doctors in day-to-day inpatient management.
• Liaise with nurses, doctors, patients and relatives regarding TTP patients.
• Attend ward rounds and outpatient clinics focusing on H&T/TTP.
• Attend weekly educational and multidisciplinary sessions and contribute to education.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Stress management

On-call participation

Education

MB BS or equivalent

Full GMC registration with licence to practice

MRCP (UK) or equivalent

Job description

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

1. Supervise, monitor and assist the Foundation doctors (F1/2) in the day-to-day management of TTP inpatients
2. Liaise with nurses, doctors, patients, relatives and senior medical staff regarding TTP patients
3. Attend and participate in ward rounds as timetabled
4. Attend and participate in outpatient clinics, focusing on H&T/TTP
5. Attend weekly educational and multidisciplinary sessions
6. Supporting delivery of educational sessions relevant to TTP
7. Design and deliver educational resources relevant to TTP across the TTP network
8. Design and deliver outreach services relevant to TTP across the TTP network
9. Co-operate with members of the personnel department when monitoring hours of work and other personnel issues
10. Support H&T research activity
11. Attend induction in each hospital or new department
12. Comply with all local policies including dress code, annual and study leave

Person specification

Training & Qualifications

Essential criteria

• MB BS or equivalent
• Full GMC registration with a licence to practice
• MRCP (UK) or equivalent

Desirable criteria

• Working towards FRCPath in Haematology

Communication and relationship skills

Essential criteria

• Potential to cope with stressful situations
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Empathic approach when talking to their patients and their families

Desirable criteria

• Experience of leading teams and awareness of leadership styles.

Analytical and Judgement skills

Essential criteria

• An understanding of and commitment to research and audit and evidence-based practice in all aspects of medical care

Desirable criteria

• Practical experience of participation in a research/audit project

Skills

Essential criteria

• Regular participation on the on-call rota

Planning and organisation skills

Essential criteria

• Ability to manage own time and work effectively
• Possess a high degree of motivation and personal self-discipline

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Essential criteria

• Able to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs.
• All staff are expected to engage in compassionate and inclusive leadership in the provision of high quality care and interactions with others

Experience

Essential criteria

• Minimum of 1 year experience of working as a doctor in the UK
• Experience of working within the NHS
• Previous experience of working in Haematology

Desirable criteria

• Evidence of clinical or research commitment and a relevant specialty interest

Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours

Essential criteria

• Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours

Additional Information

UHL is an equal opportunities employer. We aim to employ a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds who match our job criteria.

Applicants who have a disability and meet the essential criteria for the job will be interviewed if you indicate you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme. If you require a reasonable adjustment at any stage of the recruitment process please make the recruitment services team aware as soon as possible.

UHL is committed to helping colleagues balance the demands of both their work and personal needs through flexible working arrangements wherever reasonably practicable and subject to service needs.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

Please note if you are successful in obtaining this position and the post involves regulated activity you will be required to undertake a Disclosure & Barring Service check.

The Trust will pay for the check initially and the money will then be deducted from your salary over a three month period commencing on your first month's payment.

The current price of a check is £38 for an enhanced and £18 for a standard check.

COVID 19 Risk Assessment

Due to the current Covid pandemic we have introduced a staff risk assessment into our pre-employment process. This now forms part of the mandatory pre-employment checks that will be carried out if you receive a conditional offer.

The risk assessment is intended to ensure you are able to safely perform your duties in any of our work areas, and if you have been identified as being particularly vulnerable to coronavirus. Our main aim is to reduce risk and to ensure the safety of all new starters to the Trust as well as current staff, patients and visitors.

If it is identified that you are within a vulnerable category, we will endeavor to make reasonable adjustments to accommodate this through discussions with both Occupational Health and your recruiting manager.

Covid Vaccination Status

Covid-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, family, colleagues and our patients/service users from the Covid-19 virus. We therefore continue to encourage our current and potential colleagues to get vaccinated.

University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust holds the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion at the heart of everything it does and all that it stands for. We are committed to developing a workforce that is representative of the community we serve. We welcome applications from the diverse community of Leicester, Leicester and Rutland, to help deliver healthcare services that meets the needs of our diverse communities.