Junior Clinical Teaching Fellow - Gynaeoncology

Job summary

Previous applicants need not apply

The post would suit someone who aims to pursue a career in gynaecological oncology and who wishes to develop an interest in teaching whilst broadening their clinical and research experience. The successful candidate will play a central role in the coordination, organization, and delivery of the undergraduate clinical teaching program for 5 sessions per week (annual average). The remaining 5 sessions per week will consist of clinical duties research and professional development. There are no on-call commitments to the post but locum opportunities may be available. The main clinical duties will be in a Gynaecological Oncology department. Specialist clinics and training can be arranged according to career interests. Opportunities for clinical research are available and can be tailored to individual requirements. You will be supervised by a Consultant Gynaecological Oncologist having a large commitment to undergraduate training.

Main duties of the job

The post includes the opportunity to undertake a formal qualification in Medical Education (Certificate or Diploma) during their employment within the Trust. Any formal qualification will be undertaken during the year of employment within the Trust and is subject to a financial cap (international applicants may not be eligible for this funding and if wishing to pursue a qualification, this may need to be funded personally.

Ideally the successful applicant will have completed Foundation Training (or equivalent) and ST1 & 2 in Obstetrics and Gynaecology. This post is ideal for someone with Part 1 and/or part 2 Membership.

The post is advertised for a doctor who would function at Tier 1 level, (SHO grade/Junior Clinical Teaching Fellow).

About us

We care passionately about our staff - 'our people' - are the heart of our organisation. Our vision is to make the Trust the best place to work, and we believe the people who work and volunteer for us make the difference between good care and excellent care.

And our workforce agrees! In the 2021 national NHS Staff Survey, our staff told us they would recommend the Trust to others as a great place to work.

While they told us patient care is of course their priority, our staff ranked the trust among the top 25 in the country - well above the national average and outperforming other Trusts in areas such as:

Equality and diversity - we were ranked above average in terms of acting fairly when it came to career progression or promotion, with nearly 90% of staff agreeing that we treat them fairly, regardless of people's ethnic background, sexual orientation, age or gender.

Recommending the Trust as a place for care or treatment

Feeling that your role makes a difference to patients

Involvement in decisions that affect your team or area

Feeling safe at work

Job description

Job responsibilities

The departments provide undergraduate teaching to medical students from Newcastle University in both stage 3 and stage 5 as part of their Womens Health rotations. Teaching is provided in a variety of clinical settings and the post holder would be expected to provide teaching to individuals, small groups and more formal teaching sessions in addition to being trained as a simulation training faculty member whilst in post.. The post holder would be expected to participate in student induction sessions and assessment sessions alongside Miss Ang. A variety of clinical sessions are provided within the job plan and it is expected that these will provide the post holder with valuable clinical experience as well as providing an opportunity to deliver clinical teaching.

Person Specification

Essential

Essential

Ability to prioritise workload & use initiative.

Ability to know own limitations & when to seek advice.

Good communication skills

NHS experience

Meet the requirements of the GMC's Good Medical Practice.

Eligibility or valid / relevant GMC registration.

Experience in formal and informal teaching, especially undergraduate education.

Commitment to continuing educational and personal development.

Valid permit / status to remain/work in UK.

Desirable

Desirable

Knowledge of IT

Evidence of research developments.

Progress towards Higher Medical Qualification.

MRCOG part 1.

Research experience

Colposcopy experience / BSCCP accreditation or equivalent