Clinical Fellow With Interest In Placenta Accreta Spectrum

Job summary JobTitle: ST3+ (or equivalent) Clinical Fellow with interest in Placenta AccretaSpectrum Specialty/Department:Obstetrics & GynaecologyLocation:Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, Leeds, West YorkshireDuration:1 year with possibility of extension to 2 years Main duties of the job Anexciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic doctor to join the currentObstetrics and Gynaecology team as a clinical fellow at Leeds TeachingHospitals NHS Trust.
The service is delivered through four sites: St JamesUniversity Hospital (SJUH), Leeds General Infirmary (LGI), Wharfdale GeneralHospital and Seacroft Hospital.
This is a non-training post, however, it allows thepost holder, including applicants who already hold CCT, to gain experience thatwill help to secure future posts.
About us Since2020 LTHT has been one of three regional referral centres in the North ofEngland for the management of Placenta Accreta Spectrum (PAS) complex obstetricsurgery.
The PAS team receive referrals from a large geographical area coveringmost of Yorkshire & Humber.
The diagnostic service is led by fetal medicineconsultant Dr Colette Sparey and the surgical service is run by Mr DileepWijeratne and Miss Lydia Coade.
We also work very closely with colleagues fromAnaesthesia, Interventional Radiology, Gynae Oncology, Neonates and Pathology.
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Job description Job responsibilities JOBDETAILSJobTitle: ST3+ (or equivalent) Clinical Fellow with interest in Placenta AccretaSpectrum Specialty/Department: Obstetrics & GynaecologyLocation:Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, Leeds, West YorkshireDuration: 1 year with possibility of extension to 2yearsBACKGROUNDTO THE POSTAnexciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic doctor to join the currentObstetrics and Gynaecology team as a clinical fellow at Leeds TeachingHospitals NHS Trust.
The service is delivered through four sites: St JamesUniversity Hospital (SJUH), Leeds General Infirmary (LGI), Wharfdale GeneralHospital and Seacroft Hospital.Thisis a non-training post, however, it allows the post holder, includingapplicants who already hold CCT, to gain experience that will help to securefuture posts.Almostall the sub-specialities in Obstetrics and Gynaecology are provided for at ourcentre.Since2020 LTHT has been one of three regional referral centres in the North ofEngland for the management of Placenta Accreta Spectrum (PAS) complex obstetricsurgery.
The PAS team receive referrals from a large geographical area coveringmost of Yorkshire & Humber.
The diagnostic service is led by fetal medicineconsultant Dr Colette Sparey and the surgical service is run by Mr DileepWijeratne and Miss Lydia Coade.
We also work very closely with colleagues fromAnaesthesia, Interventional Radiology, Gynae Oncology, Neonates and Pathology.A fellow working with our team would have the following opportunities: 1) Development of generic skills in complexobstetric surgery which are applicable to a wide range of situations, not justPAS.
2) Exposure to diagnostic ultrasound scanning for PAS.
3) Participation inthe analysis of almost 5 years of PAS outcome data with a view to publication.4) Helping with the development of educational materials for patients andclinicians focussing on both PAS and the generic surgical management of massiveobstetric haemorrhage.
Thepost would be ideally suited for someone who wishes to work in a PAS centre inthe future or to lead on undertaking other complex obstetric surgical cases inthe DGH setting.
Please see attached document for full job descriptionand personal specification.
Person Specification Qualifications Essential MBBS or equivalent medical degree qualification Completion of Foundation competencies or equivalent Basic Adult Life Support training within past 12/12 MRCOG Part 1 Competencies equivalent to ST3 training Desirable MRCOG part 2 exam MRCOG part 3 exam Prizes / Distinctions Research / Additional academic publications Additional Requirements Essential Capacity to manage/prioritise time and information effectively Capacity to prioritise own workload and organise ward rounds Capacity to monitor developing situations and anticipate issues.
Capacity to operate under pressure Demonstrates initiative and resilience to cope with changing circumstances Is able to deliver good clinical care in the face of uncertainty Understands, respects and demonstrates the values of the NHS ( everyone counts; improving lives; commitment to quality of care; respect and dignity; working together for patients; compassion) Demonstrates probity (displays honesty, integrity, aware of ethical dilemmas, respects confidentiality) Shows initiative/drive/enthusiasm (self-starter, motivated, shows curiosity, initiative) Demonstrates understanding of audit / QI Eligibility, Fitness to practice, and Language Skills Essential Have completed their post-graduate training at least to a level of an ST3 specialty doctor or equivalent in obstetrics and gynaecology Possess or eligible to apply for GMC Registration Familiarity with UK health system and NHS Is up to date and fit to practise safely and is aware of own training needs.
Applicants must have demonstrable skills in written and spoken English, adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues, as assessed by the GMC.
Applicants must meet professional health requirements (in line with GMC standards / Good Medical Practice).
Experience Essential Be able to provide complete details of their employment history Have evidence that their career progression is consistent with their personal circumstances Have evidence that their present level of achievement and performance is commensurate with the totality of their period of training Clinical, Academic, and Personal Skills Essential Ability to apply sound clinical knowledge and judgement to problems Ability to prioritise clinical need Ability to maximise safety and minimise risk Recognition of, and ability to undertake the initial management of, an acutely ill patient.
Demonstrates understanding of research, basic principles of audit, clinical risk management, evidence-based practice, patient safety, and clinical quality improvement initiatives Experience of active involvement in clinical quality improvement measures (clear description, outcomes and appropriate experience for level of application).
T Demonstrates knowledge of evidence-informed practice Demonstrates clarity in written/spoken communication, and capacity to adapt language to the situation, as appropriate 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 Desirable Shows aptitude for practical skills, manual dexterity Relevant experience in other specialties which would complement a post in Obstetrics and Gynaecology At least 2 years experience working in the UK At least 1 year experience working at middle grade (ST3+) in UK Evidence of relevant academic and research achievements, degrees, prizes, awards, distinctions, publications, presentations, other achievements Evidence of interest in, and experience of, teaching Evidence of involvement in management commensurate with experience Demonstrates an understanding of NHS management and resources Evidence of effective multi-disciplinary team working and leadership, supported by multi- source feedback or other workplace-based assessments Evidence of effective leadership in and outside medicine.