Senior Clinical Fellow in Neurosurgery (Intra-operative monitoring)

Senior Clinical Fellow in Neurosurgery (Intra-operative monitoring)

ST6-ST8 SpR6 -SpR8 Trust Grade

Main area Neurosurgery Grade ST6-ST8 SpR6 -SpR8 Trust Grade Contract 24 months (2 years fixed term) Hours Full time - 40 hours per week Job ref 213-CAX-6455996

Employer King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site King's College Hospital Town London Salary £63,152 per annum, plus London allowance Salary period Yearly Closing 23/07/2024 23:59

King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK’s largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of c£1 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts a year and more than 15,500 staff based across 5 main sites in South East London. The Trust provides a full range of local hospital services across its different sites, and specialist services from King’s College Hospital (KCH) sites at Denmark Hill in Camberwell and at the Princess Royal University Hospital (PRUH) site in the London Borough of Bromley.

Job overview

King's College Hospital Trust is seeking a dedicated and experienced Senior Clinical Fellow to join our Intra-Operative Monitoring team. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive environment, providing essential monitoring services during surgeries to ensure patient safety and optimal outcomes.

The post holder will work closely with the lead Consultant for intra-operative monitoring service, working closely with the lead to ensure there is a high quality IOM service provided to the neurosurgery team at King’s College Hospital.

Main duties of the job

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform intra-operative neurophysiological monitoring during surgeries.
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other medical staff to provide real-time data and feedback.
• Interpret and analyze neurophysiological data to ensure accurate monitoring and patient safety.
• Assist in developing and implementing monitoring protocols and procedures.
• Participate in training and mentoring junior staff and trainees.
• Engage in continuous professional development and stay updated with the latest advancements in intra-operative monitoring.

Working for our organisation

King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK’s largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of £1 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts a year and more than 15,000 staff based across South East London. The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. The trust-wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reach is our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we aim to take Team King’s to another level.

We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people.

King’s is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone’s contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust’s carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Job Description:

 King's College Hospital Trust is seeking a dedicated and experienced Senior Clinical Fellow to join our Intra-Operative Monitoring team. This role involves providing critical neurophysiological monitoring during surgeries to ensure patient safety and optimal outcomes. You will be a key member of the surgical team, delivering real-time data and feedback to assist in surgical decisions.

Main Responsibilities:

• Perform intra-operative neurophysiological monitoring during various types of surgeries.
• Collaborate closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other medical staff to provide immediate and accurate neurophysiological data.
• Interpret and analyse neurophysiological signals to ensure the integrity of the nervous system during procedures.
• Develop and implement standardised monitoring protocols and procedures.
• Train and mentor junior staff and trainees in intra-operative monitoring techniques.
• Stay current with advancements in the field of neurophysiology and intra-operative monitoring.
• Participate in clinical research and quality improvement initiatives.

Person specification

General Criteria

• Eligible for registration with the GMC
• MB BS (or equivalent)
• Substantial experience in clinical neurophysiology
• PhD, MD (original research)
• Exposure to intra-operative monitoring

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• All staff have a responsibility for safeguarding children and vulnerable adults and for ensuring they are aware of the specific duties relating to their role.
• Due to a high volume of applications, this advert might close before the displayed closing date. It is therefore recommended that you apply promptly

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