Gynaecology Oncology - Senior Clinical Fellow

at  Croydon Health Services NHS Trust

Senior Clinical Fellow in Gynaecology Oncology (Post CCT)
The Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology is looking to recruit a Senior Clinical fellow in Gynaecological Oncology with the opportunity to develop interest in oncology and complete the relevant ATSM. The post is available immediately for 12 months initially with the possibility of extending. This post is suitable for post CCT candidates. The post will have an on-call commitment on the middle grade-rota.
Croydon University Hospital caters to a diverse population and has an oncology unit which works closely with the Royal Marsden Hospital. Patients are managed by a team of specialist across several specialities. The O&G department has a Gynaecology Assessment Unit that continues to grow, and this is a great opportunity for a doctor to reinforce clinical skills and contribute to development of this service.
Applicants will have at least 5 year’s experience in Obstetrics & Gynaecology and have MRCOG or equivalent. Gynaecology scan training will be provided for fellows who have not completed appropriate module. The job requires laparoscopic experience.
Croydon University Hospital is a large district general hospital which caters to a very diverse population. There are 14 full-time Consultants and an Associate Specialist. The middle grade consists of a Sub-Specialist Doctor and 12 Specialist Registrars/StR3+. There are 10 Senior House Officers with a mixture of Speciality trainees, GP trainees and Foundation doctors.

Conduct independent 2WW and Colposcopy clinics (if accredited)
Review of Oncology patients on the ward
Taking part in gynaecology clinics with the Consultant.
Ward rounds/ On-Calls on the Labour Ward
Attending gynaecological operating lists in the Main Theatre Suite and also in the Day Care Unit.
Croydon Health Services NHS Trust provide hospital and community services from a number of community and specialist clinics throughout Croydon. The Trust was formed on 1st August 2010 through the integration of Croydon Community Health Services and Mayday Healthcare NHS Trust. Around 4,100 staff provide services for a population of over 360,000 people who are relatively young with a high level of ethnic diversity.
Our main hospital site, Croydon University Hospital is one of the busiest in London. We’re also leading the way in providing more healthcare outside hospitals at clinics, specialist centres and in people’s homes. Our experienced district nursing teams, Allied Health Professionals and community matrons look after people of all ages across Croydon and our Children’s Hospital at Home cares for children with long-term conditions without them having to come to hospital.
Across the NHS everyone is working hard to meet growing demand and we’re no exception. But with the right people on board, we are rising to this challenge, putting our people in the driving seat, encouraging innovation and transforming our services to give local people the quality of care they deserve. Croydon Health Services puts a great deal of importance on education and training throughout the careers of all of our staff. As well as offering access to a range of core skills training and professional development.
*Please see the attached supporting document which contains more information about the role in the job description and person specification