Job summary
This post is for a Minimally Invasive Colorectal Surgery Fellow to work within the Colorectal and General Surgery Unit at the Royal Berkshire Hospital alongside, and under supervision of, the colorectal consultants

The Fellow will gain extensive experience in robotic and laparoscopic coloretal surgery and TAMIS procedures for early rectal cancer and complex polyps. However the Fellow will be involved in all aspects of this service including cancer, inflammatory bowel disease and pelvic floor surgery. The department also undertakes a wide range of coloproctology procedures and runs courses in the modern management of haemorrhoids such as HALO Trilogy

Main duties of the job
The fellow will be expected to be involved in all aspects of the Trust's clinical and academic activities including operative and ward-based teaching of juniors including Core Surgical (CT) and Medical Specialty Registrars (SpR). The position aims to develop competence in minimally invasive colorectal procedures and the Fellow will have the opportunity to work with a number of trainers during the year and will develop their skills in laparoscopic resections, TAMIS procedures and robotic resections.

The Fellow would be expected to participate in the weekly colorectal cancer MDT meetings, monthly departmental clinical governance meetings, bimonthly IBD MDT meetings and monthly abdominal wall reconstruction MDT meetings.

About us
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Inequality exists and the journey to eliminate it is not easy. Every step we take will be a purposeful step forward to deliver a truly inclusive culture where all our people are enabled to deliver outstanding care, where background is no barrier, and where everyone can be their authentic self and we truly represent our patient community.

We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants where possible. All applicants who have a disability and meet the minimum criteria for the post can opt for a guaranteed interview.

If you need additional help with your application please get in touch by calling the recruitment team on 0118 322 6997 or 0118 322 5342.

Our primary method of communication will be via email. However, if you would prefer to be contacted through a different method, please inform the recruitment team.

Job responsibilities

• participation in regular theatre lists
• participation in outpatient clinics
• participation in Endoscopy lists
• Involved in Trust clinical and academic activities
• ward based teaching of Juniors, including Core Surgical (CT) and Medical Specialty registrars (SpR)
• have an opportunity to achieve robotic competencies via the Intuitive Academic Program (depending on previous experience)
• involve management experience relating to the General Surgical Department

Person Specification

Qualifications
Essential

• Full registration with the GMC/eligible for registration within 6 months of CCST in (Speciality) at interview date
• FRCS or equivalent
• NTN in general surgery
• within 6 months of CCT date
• Demonstration of specialist training in Colorectal Surgery

Desirable

• JAG accreditation for Colonoscopy

Experience
Essential

• Experience in surgery at senior SpR level
• Ability to offer clinical opinion on a range of problems in colorectal disease
• Ability to take responsibility for clinical care of patients with colorectal conditions

Desirable

• Research with higher degree ideally in the field of colorectal surgery
• Experience of MDT working

Knowledge & Skills
Essential

• Evidence of good written and verbal communication skills
• Teaching training

Desirable

• Ability and enthusiasm to teach medical undergraduates and Allied Health Professionals
• Personal participation in audit
• Ability to apply research outcomes to clinical problems

Disposition
Essential

• Clarity of career aims, in particular reasons for choosing fellowship post in colorectal surgery
• Evidence of being a good team member
• Active interest in research and audit
• Ability to organise and manage priorities

Desirable

• Leadership qualities
• Commitment and interest in research
• Aspirations to develop a specialised colorectal practice in a national centre of excellence

Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Apply through our website).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Apply through our website).

UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).