Senior Fellow In Neurosurgery

University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
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Main duties of the job We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Fellow in our Neurosurgery team here at UHS.
Our department is the only tertiary centre in the region covering acute and elective services with a catchment area of 3 million across south and southwest of England.
The successful candidate will be expected to perform the oncall duties in the neurosurgery department.
The rota is well-supported with experienced nurse practitioners as well as junior doctors.
There will be ample educational opportunities including theatre attendance, weekly teaching, monthly morbidity and mortality meetings as well as clinics and MDTs.
The post is to work alongside our 'run through' neurosurgery trainees and be treated equitably.
An educational supervisor will be provided and regular assessments and appraisal carried out so that the post can contribute to evidence for CESR.
While the post is initially being offered a 12 month contract we would look to extend the post if appropriate About us WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to.
UHS is rated 'Good' by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.
We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service.
UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.
Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London.
The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep.
The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.
Job responsibilities YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES WHAT YOULL DO You will be actively involved in the on-call and care of emergency neurosurgery patients as well as weekly clinic and MDT meetings and attending elective operating sessions and academic meetings.
Study leave will be granted to allow attendance at courses pertinent to advancing neurosurgery training towards CESR and local courses are available for enhancing leadership, teaching and interview skills in preparation for consultant appointment.
Audit and research activities in the department will be encouraged.
The post is offered as full-time with on call under the supervision of the Neurosurgery consultant team.
WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR Applicants must have full GMC membership Completion of FY2 competency or equivalent experience and at least 2 years post qualification clinical experience MRCS or equivalent Previous experience in Neurosurgery and the ability to operate independently and safely on Neurosurgery emergencies ILS or ALS completion certificate Ability to maximise safety and minimise risk ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Appointment will be made under local contractual terms and conditions of service for Trust appointed (non-training fellow doctors and dentists).
Successful candidates will have an educational framework equivalent to training grade doctors, and there will be a named educational supervisor assigned at the start of the post.
The opportunity for Continued Professional Development (CPD) is highly supported and encouraged by the Trust, with options available to take study leave.
All licensed doctors must meet the GMC requirements for revalidation and there will be an annual appraisal to support this process.
Grades for Trust appointed (non-training) fellows will be paid a basic salary at a nodal pay point linked to the grade, at the rate set out in the National Medical and Dental pay circular.
Basic salary detailed below plus any additional remuneration (as applicable) for hours set out in the doctors work schedule (e.g.
additional hours, weekend allowance, and any hours which attract enhanced pay) Basic Salary - MT04 £ 61,825 Basic Salary MT05 - £70,425 Salary will be assessed based on experience and skills.
Eligibility criteria for appointment to a Nodal Point 5; Have a minimum of 6 years of Specialty training Hold relevant higher specialty exam (e.g FRCP, FRCA, FRCS) A portfolio of evidence that demonstrates they meet the criteria for progression (in line with the Curriculum for the speciality similar to deanery trainee) Travelling expenses will not be paid for attending interview Please note that GMC registration (with a licence to practice) and right to work in the UK are essential for this role.
Successful applicants will already have GMC registration or will be able to demonstrate they are eligible.
Applicants requiring Tier 2 sponsorship should ensure they meet the Home Office application criteria prior to submitting an application.
Interviews will be held on TBC Job Reference: MT-1240 This vacancy closes on or before: 12/11/2024 Person SpecificationQualifications and training MBBS or equivalent medical qualification GMC registration with a licence to practise.
MRCS or equivalent Postgraduate -BSc (or other intercalated degree) other higher degrees (eg PhD) Undergraduate Awards Previous or relevant experience Appropriate knowledge base, and ability to apply sound clinical judgement to problems Successful completion of a foundation programme Previous Registrar level experience within the NHS Aptitudes and skills Demonstrate the ability to be calm, compassionate, and able to respond efficiently to various circumstances, which may change rapidly Evidence of participation in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching ALS ATLS Evidence of participation in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching Valid GCP Living the Trust values Able to demonstrate behaviours that meet the Trust Values: Patients First, Always Improving, Working Together 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.
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