Clinical Teaching Fellow

This post is for a Clinical Teaching Fellow (CT 3-4 equivalent) having completed their Foundation training and two further years of clinical experience. The post is based at the Luton & Dunstable University Hospital, and has honorary status at University College London. The latter entails liaison with the undergraduate teaching faculty at UCL and attendance at study days. The post holder is responsible for developing and supporting education and training of all University College London Medical School final year trainees on placement at the Luton & Dunstable University Hospital; as well as junior doctors and will report directly to the Undergraduate and SIM teams.

This also includes the development and delivery of mock OSCES and final MBBS examinations held on site. Assist the Undergraduate Programme Directors in delivering education and training to medical students, which includes assistance, design and development of the educational programme, careers support and simulation training. Assist in training the trainers in the Trust. Deal directly with routine enquiries and ensure that messages and/or in-depth requests are notified to the appropriate member of the team.

Act as faculty member for weekly simulation sessions for final year medical students Responsible for patient recruitment and keep the patient lead-ins up to date Work with the SIM Tutor to maintain consumables in the Multi Skills Laboratory and Simulation Suite It is expected that the postholder will be flexible, professional and cooperative with the evolving needs of COMET Involvement with SIM training and other teaching responsibilities for hospital staff Objectives of the Post: Support will be offered for the completion and submission of at least one piece of educational research for publication Creation and delivery of teaching resources to support medical training Supervision and support of junior doctor led teaching of undergraduates at the Trust Developing a wide ranging educational portfolio to lead to Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy. Bursary funding is available for a PG Certificate in Medical Education up to maximum of £3,000 with one of the universities in the East of England region. Please be aware any shortfall in costs will need to be met by the postholder Develop teaching material and enhanced learning within the Multi Skills Laboratory Qualifications & Experience: Appointees will have a basic medical degree as recognised by the GMC and will have completed their Foundation training (or equivalent). Appointees are required to comply with the standards set by the General Medical/Dental Council.

A breach of such standards may lead to action by the Trust independent of any action taken by the GMC/GDC. Any breach would be investigated fairly and appropriate steps taken to prevent a recurrence and address any wider causes. Personal Commitment to Continuing Education & Training: The post holder will be expected to be committed to continuing professional education and to undertake other specific training courses as necessary within and outside the post. You will be responsible for your own learning by making full use of the tutorial system, i.e.

The Trust requires the appointee to have and maintain full registration with a licence to practice with the General Medical Council. Medical and Dental Staff are advised to continue to be members of one of the medical defence organisations. The L&D has always been renowned for its friendly atmosphere and good working relationships. The Hospital has an excellent track record of financial and senior executive stability.

The Trust has University Hospital status which provides an academic environment to the hospital. We welcome medical students from the UCL Medical School throughout the year and by arrangement with the medical school provide a programme of clinical placements to support their education. In addition, we also provide postgraduate training, and have an excellent reputation for junior staff training. Within the Centre of Multi-Professional Educational & Training (COMET) is the Medical Education Department, the library including an IT suite, and the Training & Development Department.

The main aim of the Medical Education Department is to promote postgraduate and continuing medical education and training for all doctors and dentists. The Hospital actively promotes career development and progression for all staff. The Hospital has excellent access to the surrounding areas with easy access to central London and the rural Chilterns. The rural areas include many attractive villages and towns within easy reach of the Hospital including St Albans and Harpenden.

Excellent schools are found nearby. There is alsovery good access to the Midlands and North by road using the M1 or A1, or by rail to one of the Lutons three stations. A direct link using the new Busway takes passengers from Luton Train station just 7 minutes to reach a stop that is within a short walking distance of th