Senior Clinical Fellow in Skull Base/Vascular Neurosurgery

N.B. We reserve the right to close a vacancy before the closing date if we receive a high volume of applications or if there has been a change in organisational priorities.

Interview Date: 27th September 2024

This post is aimed at a pre/post CCT Neurosurgeon who would like to gain additional experience/surgical skills in skull base/vascular neurosurgery. This post has been developed to support the skull base/vascular service increase the outpatient and inpatient capacity to meet existing demand and growth for Neurosurgical services, across Coventry and Warwickshire. The post supports a 1:10 on call.

Main duties of the job

Main Aims and Objectives of the Post

To provide, in collaboration with clinical colleagues, a comprehensive Neurosurgery service to patients in the Coventry and Warwickshire area. This will include ensuring that all appropriate waiting lists and waiting times are adhered to that services are provided in an effective and efficient manner and that the principles of risk management and clinical governance are maintained at all times. Whilst this position is not a formal RCS approved fellowship, the successful applicant will be given the opportunity to work alongside the existing 3 Neurovascular and Skull base neurosurgeons to obtain experience and skills in a range of procedures (pending RCS approval). Weekly attendance at Neurovascular/Skull base MDT & Clinics with close liaison with Clinical Nurse Specialists.

Terms and Conditions 2023

Appointments at University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust will be made in accordance with the locally agreed terms and conditions for Clinical Fellows. A copy of these terms will be issued to all successful applicants on appointment. The post holder will also be required to act in accordance with local policies agreed by the Trust.

About us

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire (UHCW) NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK. We are extremely proud of our skilled employees across our hospital sites in Coventry and Rugby, with high quality patient care positioned at the heart of everything we do.

Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a national and international leader in healthcare.

By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities.

There has never been a better time to join our team.

Job description
Job responsibilities

To provide, in collaboration with clinical colleagues, a comprehensive Neurosurgery service to patients in the Coventry and Warwickshire area. This will include ensuring that all appropriate waiting lists and waiting times are adhered to that services are provided in an effective and efficient manner and that the principles of risk management and clinical governance are maintained at all times. Whilst this position is not a formal RCS approved fellowship, the successful applicant will be given the opportunity to work alongside the existing 3 Neurovascular and Skull base neurosurgeons to obtain experience and skills in a range of procedures (pending RCS approval). Weekly attendance at Neurovascular/Skull base MDT & Clinics with close liaison with Clinical Nurse Specialists.

Person Specification
Qualifications
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• Meets all Essential Criteria

Desirable

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Experience
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Knowledge/ Skills
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Desirable

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Teaching/ Education
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Desirable

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Personal qualities
Essential

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