Subspecialty Trainee in Gynaecological Oncology

**The area of research may fall into**: robotic surgery, introduction of HIPEC in ovarian cancer and psychosexual health following gynaecological surgery. The post holder will support the Consultant Gynaecological Oncology Surgeons, work alongside Junior Doctors and liaise closely with Senior Medical colleagues and all grades and levels of AHP and management teams. The appointees professional time will be deployed flexibly in appropriate areas: clinical duties, administration, teaching, research, clinical audit etc. Detailed elements of the job plan arrangements are to be agreed with the successful applicant when in post. The center wishes to build its current research portfolio and continue regional collaboration, publication and presentation and it is expected that the post-holder will actively participate in this. In addition to Gynaecological Oncology work, the Christie team works closely with other surgical specialties at The Christie as part of a tertiary referral Pelvic Surgery Team. This team comprises 9 Colorectal, 7 Urological and 4 Oncoplastic Surgeons specialising in complex abdomino-pelvic malignancy. They undertake ultra-high volume complex pelvic and exenterative surgery for a population of >8 million people. Continuing Professional Development The Trust supports the requirements for continuing professional development (CPD) as laid down by the GMC and surgical colleges and is committed to providing time and financial support for these activities. Role Planning The following provides an outline of the expected clinical activity and clinically related activity components of the job plan which occur at regular times in the week. Agreement should be reached between the appointee and their Training Programme Director with regard to the scheduling of all other activities, including the Supporting Professional Activities. Upon appointment, the subspecialty trainee will be given a specific work programme detailing the initial allocation of direct clinical care activities and supporting activities. On call Commitments This role does require participation in the surgical clinical fellow on-call rota. PERSON SPECIFICATION Essential for the post Desirable for the post METHOD OF ASSESSMENT 1. ATTAINMENTS Educational & Qualifications Full registration with the GMC and with License to Practice Basic medical qualification (MB BS or equivalent) Satisfactory ST4 ARCP by commencement of post or equivalent MB BS (or equivalent) MD/PhD CRiSP Course (if not undertaken would be expected within 6 months of commencement) CE Professional Qualifications GMC registration CE Research / Publications Evidence of a commitment to research To show a broad range of publication and research activity AF/I 2. TRAINING ST5 and above or equivalent, with sequential annual appraisals A portfolio of experience and publication of research in the specialty experience with statistics AF/I/R 3. EXPERIENCE Job Specific Minimum 4 years completed training period in the National Health System required for the specialty. Experience in research or published papers in area of special interest CE Management / Audit Evidence of self audit. Desire to participate in research at post graduate level Ability to audit and critically appraise clinical care delivery by a multidisciplinary team AF/I 4. TEACHING Interest in postgraduate and undergraduate teaching Involvement in organizing teaching AF/I 5. PERSONAL SKILLS Acceptability Good organisational ability and a willingness to be flexible in accordance with the demands of team working across Gynaecological network Computer Literate Experience of working in a clinical team with good communication skills Ability to communicate effectively with clinical colleagues, colleagues in pathology and support staff Good knowledge of, and ability to use, spoken and written English Ability to present effectively to an audience, using a variety of methods, and to respond to questions and queries Good presentation skills. AF/I Leadership Good communication skills, enthusiasm, leadership, ability to work well as a team member and ability to work well with present consultants/department. A flexible approach to delivery of service in a changing environment. Demonstrates understanding and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion. Previous responsibility for service improvement. Management skills Initiative in tailoring training and experience to develop novel techniques in treatment Self - reliance Needs to be comfortable with managing own workload with mínimal supervision Motivation Self motivated to complete tasks independently and manage own workload 6. CIRCUMSTANCES Domicile Within 30 minutes travel time to the hospital. Ability to travel across sites. **Abbreviations for Methods of Assessment**: AF Application Form I Interview R References CE Certification Evidence