Surgical Quality Improvement Fellow (Trust Dr CT level)

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust; Exeter; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 60,000

Job description

ROYAL DEVON UNIVERSITY HEALTHCARE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

Surgical Quality Improvement Fellow (Trust Doctor CT level equivalent)

Closing Date: Monday 21st April 2025

This exciting, initially, year long post will allow a core trainee level surgical trainee to run quality improvement and research projects through the Exeter Health Surgical Research Unit (HeSRU). The year can be extended if needed. It is very likely that the post holder will be able to present and publish on several occasions, and there is financial support for attending training and conferences. From a clinical perspective, the post holder would be part of the colo-rectal unit.

The post-holder will be mentored by a practicing consultant surgeon who has specific time allocated to this. The post will start from August 2025 for 12 months. The post holder will be fully on the on-call SHO rota at a 1:16 full shift.

Main duties of the job

For more detail about the main duties of this role, please see the job description section below. As a key member of the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, you will be joining an exceptional team working together to help our patients stay healthy when they need it most.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post-holder will take a full part on the surgical SHO on-call rota. In addition, they are expected to undertake approximately 10 days service commitment over a 16-week rota cycle. The rest of the time will be spent on various projects, with opportunities to go to day case and main theatres.

The post holder will be expected to run several quality improvement projects during the year. The main project will be around the management of post-operative anaemia in colorectal cancer patients. There will be opportunities to run other improvement projects and also to be involved in research through the Exeter Health Surgical Research Unit (HeSRU). It is very likely that the post holder will be able to present and publish on several occasions. The post holder would be part of the colo-rectal unit and supervised by a consultant surgeon with specific time allocated to this.

Annual and Study Leave is with prior arrangement, and there is internal prospective cover on each surgical firm.

Working Pattern:

On-call (days and nights), wards, clinics, theatres, and research.

Interview Date:

Early to Mid May

For further information please contact:

Mr Rob Bethune, [e-mail]

Inclusivity Statement

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close the vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

Benefits

We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team. This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree, or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD, or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there.

Looking after you is important to us.
We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family-friendly policies.

If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays. You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities, and groups.

Salary is not the only financial benefit

You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options, and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers.

You will also have access to other benefits including:

• National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
• Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter.
• Car lease schemes.
• The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
• Cycle to work scheme.

These are just a few of the benefits available. If the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.

Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

• See job description text above, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description.

Desirable

• See job description text above, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description.

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Exeter
Devon
EX2 5DW

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