CLINICAL FELLOW- GENERAL SURGERY - #136705

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is one of the largest healthcare systems in the UK employing around 40,000 staff in a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and job roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health care services to a population of over 1.15 million and a wider population of 2.2 million when our regional and national services are included.

Are you a dedicated and ambitious medical professional looking to advance your career? We are excited to announce an opportunity for a passionate Foundation Year 2 (FY2) Doctor to join our dynamic surgical team for a one-year position.

To be eligible, you must have full registration with the GMC and hold a licence to practice in the UK. Additionally, you should have completed a minimum of Foundation Year 1 training. We are looking for someone who demonstrates a strong commitment to professional development and continuous learning, possesses excellent interpersonal skills, and thrives in a multidisciplinary setting.

In this role, you will be provided with numerous opportunities for professional development within a supportive environment, including access to mentorship and training. You will have the chance to contribute to research, teaching, and participate in a Quality Improvement (QI) project. Your responsibilities will include participating in the out-of-hours (on-call) and HDU rota, along with other duties involving the clinical care of acute and elective admissions to the general surgical unit.

The successful applicant will have the opportunity to gain exposure to surgical operating lists, a supervised minor ops list monthly, and the QI project with a supervisor. There will also be opportunities to be involved in teaching within the surgical department for both undergraduate and postgraduate students. We offer a weekly surgical teaching programme, a surgical skills club, and monthly audit meetings. Additionally, we provide financial support for either a course or a conference of your choice.

Interested applicants are invited to discuss the post further with Mr Henry Whalen (Consultant Colorectal Surgeon). Short-listed candidates are welcome to arrange a visit to the Department of General Surgery.

Please note, as this post is likely to generate a high volume of applicants, it may have to be closed early. Therefore, you are strongly advised to submit your applications as early as possible to avoid disappointment.

We look forward to hearing from you!

For more information, please contact: Mr Henry Whalen, Colorectal Consultant, [email protected]

Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service can be found within the Candidate Information Packs.

This post may close early to the volume of response. Please submit your application form as soon as possible.

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