Senior Robotic Fellow in Urology

2 weeks ago


Norwich, United Kingdom Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital Full time

Job summary

This is a replacement full time, fixed term Senior Robotic Fellow appointment to the Norfolk and Waveney Urology service, providing care across three Acute Trusts.

It is expected that the post holder will be trained in general urology.

The Urology department at Norwich University Hospitals NHS Trust is seeking to appoint a Fellow in Robotic Urology based at the Norfolk & Norwich University Hospital (NNUH).

The programme is set from 1st May 2025 and will run for 12 months.

We aim to deliver a comprehensive training programme in urological robotics. The appointee will undergo a systematic training curriculum leading to independent robotic urology practice upon successful completion

This post is most suitable for Post FRCS (Urol) or for equivalent candidates and who are post CCT (or equivalent) ready to focus on sub-speciality training in robotic urological surgery. The successful applicant will join an innovative department with excellent opportunities for both clinical/surgical experience, research and for continuing medical education.

Main duties of the job

The role involves a 1 in 10 middle grade on-call with support from an FY/CT/PA/UNP during the day and the on-call consultant. The selected candidate will work in collaboration with urology middle grades, consultants, urology nurse practitioners physician associates, ST, CT, and FY colleagues, providing care for urology patients within the hospital, handling emergencies, and accepting referrals from other specialties.

Successful candidates will have exposure to a variety of urological procedures through an agreed personal development plan. In addition to operative experience, it is expected that the successful candidate will participate in weekly Uro-Oncology activities including cancer MDT and dedicated outpatient clinics with time allocated for administrative duties, audit and research.

The successful appointee will be responsible for the day to day running of the urology ward, assisting in theatre sessions, Outpatient clinics and arranging admission and discharges under Consultant supervision. A ward round will be conducted each morning with junior staff, which will incorporate the management of elective urological patients and seeing ward referrals.

About us

Join us at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital and be part of a workforce of over 10,000 staff

The NNUH is one of the largest NHS trusts in the UK, providing first-class acute care for around one million people, living in Norfolk and surrounding areas. We are a teaching and research hospital, at the forefront of innovation, home to state-of-the-art facilities, such as the Quadram Institute. We are pleased to work closely with the University of East Anglia, providing teaching opportunities for our staff and placement opportunities for their students. We attract some of the best and leading professionals from across the country and are proud that our workforce represents 94 countries from across the world.

We are a friendly, collaborative hospital, working with local services and home to N&N Hospitals Charity

We can offer you the full range of NHS benefits/discounts and in addition:

Flexible working hours Fast Track Staff Physiotherapy Service Multi Faith prayer room Discounted gym memberships Excellent pension scheme and annual leave entitlement Wagestream - access up to 40% of your pay as you earn it Free Park & Ride service direct to NNUH site Free 24-hours confidential counselling support On-site Nursery On-site cafes offering staff discounts Support in career development Flexible staff bank Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars, Cycle to Work scheme and home electronics Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job Description for the full details of the post and the person specification.

Full GMC with licence to practise required on application.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

MBBS or equivalent FRCS/MRCS equivalent Full GMC registration ALS IELTS etc. level overall

Desirable

FRCS(Urol) or equivalent

Key Skills

Essential

Computer literate Able to establish good working relations with patients, carers and multidisciplinary colleagues Motivated, trustworthy and well organised Energy and enthusiasm with the ability to work under pressure Ability to communicate clearly with colleagues, laboratory staff and other staff and agencies

Experience

Essential

Minimum of 3 years' experience SHO/STR or above Knowledge & understanding of UK hospital systems, practices and values; awareness of current issues in the NHS Evidence of training progression Clinical Knowledge & Expertise; appropriate knowledge base and ability to apply sound clinical judgement to problems Understands the principles of patient confidentiality and data protection. Understands principles of clinical governance in clinical practice Ability to prioritise clinical needs with awareness of own limitations and the ability to know when to consult senior advice Proficiency in minor and intermediate urological surgery

Desirable

Minimum of 36 months experience in Urology Competence in general urology and emergency management of unselected on call Evidence of a commitment to a career in robotic urology surgery

Academic Achievements

Essential

Ability to provide complete details of employment history

Desirable

Demonstrate understanding of the principles of audit and research Evidence of relevant academic and research achievements degrees, prizes, awards, distinctions, publications, presentations, other achievements Evidence of interest and experience in teaching

Other

Essential

Commitment to personal and professional development Awareness and respect for colleagues, patients and relatives' dignity, privacy, integrity, cultural and religious beliefs Understands the principles of patient confidentiality and data protection

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