Job overview
The Hammersmith HPB unit is now one of the largest in West London acting as a receiving centre for patients with
liver, pancreatic and/or biliary disorders from the region, the UK and worldwide. It is recognised as a world leader in innovation and clinical practice. It is part of Imperial College which was ranked third in Bio-Medical research world-wide.
Four HPB consultants along with clinical research fellows and Specialty Trainees (ST).
Academically, the unit has a sound record on research in gene therapy, genomic and stem cell therapy for patients
with chronic liver disease and radio frequency devices for the management of HPB malignancy.
The post will be for 6 months but may be extended
Main duties of the job
Clinical duties include participating in patients’ care and on call duties; attending out-patients, theatre sessions covering HPB patients.
The post holder will be required to cover activities of the HPB surgical team (ward rounds, clinics and theatre sessions), along with General Surgical on calls within the Hammersmith Hospital which also involves covering OG and Endocrine patients out of hours.
Monthly committee meetings, monthly operational meetings, ad hoc meetings.
Morning assembly every day, and weekly MDTMs.
Departmental grand round.
On call frequency, 1 in 7 non-resident (after 8pm).
Working for our organisation
At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care.
Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You’ll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.
Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme.Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.
We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share.Please talk to us at interview.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Clinical duties include participating in patients’ care and on call duties; attending out-patients, theatre sessions covering HPB patients.
The post holder will be required to cover activities of the HPB surgical team (ward rounds, clinics and theatre sessions), along with General Surgical on calls within the Hammersmith Hospital which also involves covering OG and Endocrine patients out of hours.
Monthly committee meetings, monthly operational meetings, ad hoc meetings.
Morning assembly every day, and weekly MDTMs.
Departmental grand round.
On call frequency, 1 in 7 non-resident (after 8pm).
Regular teaching programme on a weekly basis for SHOs and registrars in addition to ward teaching and MDTMs.
A great opportunity to be involved in research as the unit has a very strong academic track record.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
1. On GMC registered/ licensed Medical Practitioner
2. Appropriate Royal College membership
Desirable criteria
3. MD, PhD
Language
Essential criteria
4. Are able to speak and write English to the appropriate standard necessary to fulfill the job requirements
Audit
Essential criteria
5. Understanding of principles of clinical audit
Clinical Skills
Essential criteria
6. Capacity to apply sound clinical knowledge & judgement & prioritise clinical need
7. Demonstrates appropriate technical and clinical competence and evidence of the development of diagnostic skills and clinical Judgement.
Relevant Experience in Specialty/ Sub Specialty
Essential criteria
8. HPB Cancer Surgery with vascular resection
Desirable criteria
9. Experience in working in HPB multidisciplinary team managing both cancer and benign HPB cases
Please ensure you check your emails regularly as this is how we will communicate with you throughout the recruitment process. If you are shortlisted you will be contacted by email and text message (if you provide a mobile contact number).
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