Senior Clinical Fellow In Upper Gi Surgery

Job summary TheLeeds Teaching Hospitals NHS TrustStJamess University Hospital AbdominalMedicine & Surgery CSU UpperGI Surgery SeniorClinical FellowSalary:ST4-ST8 Grade (dependent on experience)LeedsTeaching Hospitals currently has one of the largest Oesophago-Gastric Surgeryunits in the UK.
We are seeking a Senior Surgical Trainee who is approaching orhas completed their CCT.
We would like a Senior Upper GI Fellow to join us fora period of 12 months working with 6 Consultant Surgeons to obtain experiencein Oesophago-Gastric Cancer resection Surgery and minimally invasive benignUpper GI Surgery and Obesity surgery.
Participation on our senior registrarrota will be expected.Postto commence: July 2025Informalenquires are welcome.
Pleasecontact: Mr Andy Cockbain (), Lead Clinician for Upper GIand Pancreatic Surgery.
Tel: 0113 2068489 Main duties of the job DUTIESOF THE POST1.Work with 2 other speciality registrars to provide clinical care for acute,elective and outpatients under supervision of the Upper GI Surgical Unitconsultants.2.Participate in the general surgical out of hours senior registrar rotaproviding emergency care for acute surgical admissions and referrals, patientson the general surgical wards, the surgical high dependency unit and theintensive care unit.
Appointees on the senior registrar rota cover a 24 hour oncall and support more junior registrars who are on site overnight.
3.Support general and specialist outpatient clinics, theatre sessions, endoscopysessions and day-case surgery.
Obtain experience in the surgical management ofupper cancer, complex upper GI disease, minimally invasive and bariatricsurgery.4.Contribute to weekly departmental and specialist multidisciplinary meetings andmonthly audit meetings.5.Participate in any on-going clinical trials to facilitate the collection andanalysis of clinical data.
Collaborate in clinical research and submit forpresentation or publication where possible.
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Participate in the teaching of medical students andclinical supervision of juniors.
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Job description Job responsibilities INFORMATION ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT This is a 12-month fixed-term post for a Senior Clinical Fellow working within the Upper Gastrointestinal Surgery Department based at St Jamess University Hospital.
The unit is a tertiary centre for referrals for oesophago-gastric cancer surgery as well as providing upper gastrointestinal and bariatric surgery services to Leeds.
This post will be suitable for a trainee who is taking or who has just taken the UK CCST exams or international equivalent and will be for 12 months.
Previous experience in Upper GI surgery is essential.
Given the tertiary nature of much of the unit's work, a post-CCT or an experienced senior surgical trainee are likely to get the most benefit from the Fellowship.
The unit comprises six surgeons.
All six surgeons undertake oesophago-gastric cancer resections, bariatric surgery, anti-reflux surgery and general surgery ( laparoscopic cholecystectomy and hernia surgery).
There is training in laparoscopic and open oesophagectomy and gastrectomy and a robotic program started in 2022.
Cancer training is supplemented by broad training in Upper Gastrointestinal Surgery including bariatrics, anti-reflux and hiatal surgery.
There is a JAG accredited endoscopy unit and training can be provided to the candidate depending on their level of experience and interests.
MEDICAL STAFF IN THE DEPARTMENT The post-holder along with 2 other Speciality registrars will have access to full day operating sessions per week in main theatre and day surgery lists, specialist multidisciplinary meetings, outpatient clinics and endoscopy lists.
This post will be allocated to the Department of Upper Gastrointestinal and Minimally Invasive Surgery led by 5 Consultants.
The unit has expertise in the management of oesophagogastric cancer, complex benign upper GI disease, minimally invasive surgery and obesity surgery.
Person Specification Eligibility, Fitness to practice, and Language Skills Essential Be eligible for full registration with, and hold a current licence to practise from, the GMC at intended start date Eligibility to work in the UK.
Advanced Life Support Certificate from the Resuscitation Council UK or equivalent (as required to complete Foundation competences) by intended start date Is up to date and fit to practise safely and is aware of own training needs.
Demonstrates clarity in written/spoken communication & capacity to adapt language as appropriate to the situation Able to build rapport, listen, persuade & negotiate Desirable Peri or Post Certificate of Completion of Specialist Training Clinical Experience and Career Progression Essential At least 60 months experience after full GMC registration or equivalent, and evidence of achievement of foundation competences, in line with GMC standards / Good Medical Practice Have completed Higher Surgical Training in General Surgery Able to perform at Specialist Registrar Level in Emergency Surgery on-call Ability to provide complete details of employment history Evidence that career progression is consistent with personal circumstances Evidence that present achievement andperformance is commensurate with totality of their period of training Capacity to operate under pressure.
Demonstrates initiative & resilience to cope with changing circumstances.
Is able to deliver good clinical care in the face of uncertainty Capacity to monitor developing situations and anticipate issues Able to work in multi-professional teams & supervise junior medical staff.
Capacity to work effectively with others Ability to show leadership, make decisions, organise and motivate other team members for the benefit of patients through, for example, audit and quality improvement Projects Desirable Experience in Upper Gastrointestinal and Minimally Invasive Surgery Endoscopy experience (JAG accredited) Qualifications Essential MBBS or equivalent medical qualification Desirable FRCS Gen Surg Part III Clinical, Academic, and Personal Skills Essential Ability to apply sound clinical knowledge and judgement to problems Ability to prioritise clinical need.
Recognition of, and ability to undertake the initial management of, an acutely ill patient Ability to maximise safety and minimise risk Evidence of thoroughness (is well prepared, shows self discipline/ commitment, is punctual and meets deadlines) Demonstrates understanding of research, including awareness of ethical issues Demonstrates understanding of the basic principles of audit, clinical risk management, evidence-based practice, patient safety, and clinical quality improvement initiatives Demonstrates knowledge of evidence-informed practice Capacity to use logical/lateral thinking to solve problems/make decisions, indicating an analytical/scientific approach Capacity to take in others perspectives and treat others with understanding; sees patients as people.
Demonstrates respect for all Capacity to manage/prioritise time and information effectively.
Capacity to prioritise own workload & organise ward rounds.
Desirable Evidence of relevant academic and research achievements, degrees, prizes, awards, distinctions, publications, presentations, other achievements Evidence of involvement in an audit project, a quality improvement project, formal research project or other activity.
Evidence of interest in, and experience of teaching .Evidence of feedback for teaching Additional Requirements Essential Demonstrates probity (displays honesty, integrity, aware of ethical dilemmas, respects confidentiality) Capacity to take responsibility for own actions