Urology Speciality Doctor

Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare provider in London is seeking enthusiastic colleagues to join their Urology department. The role involves supporting the Urology service, providing care for patients, assisting in theatres, and participating in audits and research trials. Candidates must possess GMC registration and significant experience in Urology at the Registrar level. Communication skills in English and flexibility are essential for success in this impactful role.

Qualifications

• Significant years of experience within Urology at Registrar level or equivalent.
• General knowledge of acute Medicine at a level appropriate for a Registrar in Urology.
• Certificates of attendance in Urology related courses/conferences.
• Record of completed audit projects and understanding of Clinical Governance.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for day-to-day care of Urology in-patients.
• Assist in theatres and attend outpatient clinics.
• Participate in research activities of the department.

Skills

Team player

Patient focused

Flexible

Communication in English

Communication in other languages

Education

GMC registration

Job description

The Urology department Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust is looking for

enthusiastic colleagues that will support our very busy Urology service.

The post holder will be offered experience in Urology. As post holder you will be playing an integral part in delivering and developing an excellent Urology service. You will be responsible for the admission and ward care of patients, assist in theatres, SDEC, outpatient clinics, MDTs, initiate and complete Audits, participate in Research Trials (ongoing as well as help initiate new projects).

The post holders must have a major interest in Urology and will provide support to the Urology department in delivering national cancer and elective recovery targets.

The Urology department has an expectation that you will undertake clinical audit/research projects and present the findings to your colleagues and other departments as part of monthly audit and clinical governance meetings.

Main duties of the job

Responsible for day-to-day care of Urology in-patients.

Working under the supervision of allocated Consultants.

Attendance at Outpatient Clinics on Queen Elizabeth site

Attendance at Elective, SAU and CEPOD lists in Urology.

Attend weekly MDTs.

Participation in any research activities of the department is encouraged.

Any other appropriate duties as directed by the Consultant Urologists.

Participate in a 1:8 on call registrar rota

About us

Our people are our greatest asset. When we feel supported and happy at work, this positivity reaches those very people we are here for, the patients. Engaged employees perform at their best and our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) initiatives contribute to cultivate a culture of engagement. We have four staff networks, a corporate EDI Team and a suite of programmes and events which aim to insert the 5 aspirations:

• Improving representation at senior levels of staff with disabilities, from black, Asian, and ethnic minorities background, identify as LGBTQ+ and women, through improved recruitment and leadership development
• Widening access (anchor institution) and employability
• Improving the experience of staff with disability
• Improving the EDI literacy and confidence of trust staff through training and development
• Making equalities mainstream

Job responsibilities

The Urology department Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust is looking for

enthusiastic colleagues that will support our very busy Urology service.

The post holder will be offered experience in Urology. As post holder you will be playing an integral part in delivering and developing an excellent Urology service. You will be responsible for the admission and ward care of patients, assist in theatres, SDEC, outpatient clinics, MDTs, initiate and complete Audits, participate in Research Trials (ongoing as well as help initiate new projects).

The post holders must have a major interest in Urology and will provide support to the Urology department in delivering national cancer and elective recovery targets.

The Urology department has an expectation that you will undertake clinical audit/research projects and present the findings to your colleagues and other departments as part of monthly audit and clinical governance meetings.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• GMC registration

Experience

• Significant years of experience within Urology at Registrar level/equivalent.

Knowledge

• General knowledge of acute Medicine at a level appropriate for a Registrar in Urology
• Certificates of Attendance of Urology related Courses/ Conferences

Teaching Skills and experience

• Record of teaching experience Teaching course

Participation in Clinical Governance

• Record of completed audit projects
• An understanding of Clinical Governance and its application to patient care in surgical wards, A&E, and outpatients

Personal Characteristics

• Team player ,Patient focused ,and Flexible Adaptable to change

Communication Skills

• Able to communicate clearly in written and spoken English with colleagues and patients
• Ability to communicate with patients in languages other than English

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.