Clinical Fellow in Breast and Surgical Oncology
* Full-time
* Weekly Hours / Programmed Activities: 40
* Salary Band: ST3/ST7 SpR3/SpR8 Trust Grade
* Staff Group: Medical and Dental
* Contract Type: Temporary
* Job Area: Other Clinical
This post is for a fixed‑term period of 12 months in the first instance, supporting surgical procedures and breast clinics at Queen Alexandra Hospital. Additional opportunities to be involved with the surgical management of thyroid disease and skin cancer may also be available.
Key Responsibilities
This replacement post exists to provide clinical care for patients and to offer opportunities for research and quality improvement projects within the department. Duties include out‑patient clinics, theatre work and participation in the MDT meetings. Experience in breast clinical work is desirable, but training will be provided. There is no on‑call required.
Qualifications
* Full GMC registration with a licence to practice
* MBBS or equivalent
* MRCS or equivalent
* PLAB (if applicable)
Clinical Experience
* Higher professional training in General Surgery at ST3+ level
* Higher professional training in Breast Surgery (desirable)
* Experience of working within the NHS
Clinical Skills
* Ability to take clear and concise case histories and perform good clinical examinations
* Ability to carry out appropriate surgical procedures
* Understanding of clinical risk management
Knowledge
* Demonstrate an appropriate level of clinical knowledge
* Willingly seek timely assistance from senior colleagues when appropriate
* Use evidence‑based practice
* Effective and confident presentation ability
* Experience in and outside speciality
Research & Audit
* Evidence of participation in research and audit is desirable
* Willing to undertake projects leading to presentations and publications
Other
* Ability to function successfully under pressure
* Ability to adopt the objectives of an existing team
* Good oral and written communication skills
* Prizes and honours
* Logical thinking, problem solving and decision making
Safeguarding
Job holders are required to always act in such a way that the health and well being of children and vulnerable adults is safeguarded. Familiarisation with and adherence to the Safeguarding Policies of the Trust is an essential requirement for all employees. All staff are expected to complete essential/mandatory training in this area.
Equal Opportunities
We welcome the unique contributions that you can bring in terms of your education, opinions, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, veteran’s status, colour, religion, disability, sexual orientation, and beliefs.
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