About this role
Job summary
Imperial College Health NHS Trust has an exciting opportunity for applicants to apply the post of Senior Clinical Fellow in Pelvic Uro-Oncology. This Fellowship will be for a fixed term period of 12 months to commence in October 2026. There will be an opportunity to extend the fellowship for a second year for candidates who demonstrate satisfactory progress and are a strong fit within the department.
The fellowship represents an excellent opportunity for a senior trainee who wishes a to embark on a career in robotic pelvic surgery.
The post is based in the Imperial College Urology Department at the Charing Cross Hospital, one of the high volume pelvic cancer units in the UK. The Fellowship will involve exposure to all elements of pelvic cancer management including clinic, MDT and substantial operative experience. The pelvic oncology team undertake close to 120 cases per year ranging from cystectomy, pelvic exenteration, complex reconstruction, nephroureterectomy and prostatectomy.
For further details please contact:
Thusara Manimaran, Urology Business Manager, [email protected]
To gain clinical information about the spec of the role, please contact Ms Eva Bolton, [email protected]
Main duties of the job
The post holder will form an integral part of the urology team focused on the management of pelvic cancer. Surgical experience will include exposure to:
Robot-assisted radical cystectomywith intracorporeal urinary diversion (ileal conduit and orthotopic neobladder)
Robot-assisted radical prostatectomy, including complex and salvage cases
Robotic and open nephroureterectomyfor upper tract urothelial carcinoma
Complex reconstructive surgery, including continent diversion and ureteral reconstruction
Collaboration with colorectal and gynaecology in benign and malignant complex cases including pelvic exenteration
In addition, the post holder will be expected to;
Attend he specialist urothelial oncology MDT and participation in post-MDT decision-making clinics.
Have active management of patient pathways from diagnosis through treatment and surveillance, including regular outpatient clinic
Have the opportunity to complete at least 1 research project and write a minimum of 1 peer reviewed publication.
During a 12-month period the appointee will also have exposure to the urological on call rota where they can expect to see all common urological oncology problems and pathologies.
We welcome applications from surgeons who have completed (or are within six months of completing) higher surgical training in urology (post CCT), or who hold an equivalent international qualification.
About us
At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care.
Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.
Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.
We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share. Please talk to us at interview.
Job description Job responsibilities
The post holder will provide high quality care to patients in urology.
The post holder must be medically qualified and maintain GMC registration.
To develop and maintain the competencies required to carry out the duties required of the post.
To ensure prompt attendance at agreed direct clinical care activities.
To ensure patients are involved in decisions about their care and to respond to their views.
To take an active role in managing patient pathways in their respective area.
To undertake administrative duties associated with their patients in line with departmental guidelines.
To support with the training of junior specialist trainees and other junior doctors in the Urology department.
To oversee the appropriate booking of urothelial cancer theatre lists.
To demonstrate excellent leadership skills within the wider urology team.
To work collaboratively with all members of the multi-disciplinary team and Imperial College as required.
Adhere to Trust / departmental guidelines on leave including reporting absence.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
On GMC registered/ licensed Medical Practitioner MRCS or equivalent
Desirable
FRCS in Urology (or equivalent) Higher degree relevant to Urology
Language Essential
Able to speak and write English to the appropriate standard necessary to fulfil the job requirements
Academic Achievements including Research/Publications Essential
Demonstrates understanding of the principles of research. Evidence of previous presentations and publications Experience of teaching and training undergraduates/post graduates and junior medical staff
Audit Essential
Understanding of clinical governance Evidence of active participation in audit.
Desirable
Regular audit presentations
Clinical Skills Essential
Clinical judgment: experience in making clinical decisions and managing risk. Knowing when to seek help, able to prioritise clinical need. Practical skills: shows excellent aptitude for practical skills required in the job. Proven ability to work effectively in the various different clinical settings required in the job. Evidence of accuracy, care and timely recording of all necessary clinical data, both written and electronic.
Relevant Experience in Specialty/Sub Specialty Essential
Experience in Urology and subspeciality experience in urological cancer. Evidence of competence and experience of appropriate independent decision-making outof-hours (when not directly supervised).
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 (Opens in a new tab).
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 (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust
Address Charing Cross Hospital
London
W6 8RF
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.imperial.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)