Job Description

CLINICAL TEACHING FELLOW

(ST 1/2) IN OBSTETRICS & GYNAECOLOGY



This is a combined clinical and teaching post, ideally suited to an individual who has completed an F2 year or equivalent, and wishes to gain formal experience in undergraduate teaching and Obstetrics and Gynaecology prior to commencing Specialist Training. On average, half of the working week will be clinical and the other half devoted to teaching of Bristol medical students on the Reproductive Health and Care of the Newborn (RHCN) course. There is a full time on-call commitment to the SHO level rota throughout the year, but this should not interfere with your teaching commitments.



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The role will include twenty hours per week on average for teaching activities. You will work alongside our Undergraduate Tutors to teach and support Medical Students during their clinical placement at GHNHSFT. This would include facilitating basic science tutorials, simulated pelvic examinations, undergraduate Obstetric Emergency Training (PROMPT) and prepare students for their exams by supporting the Mock OSCEs. In addition, you will be contributing to the pastoral care of the students through mentoring. There will also be an opportunity to work towards a Teaching and Learning for Health Professionals (TLHP) Certificate if desired.



Work as part of the obstetrics and gynaecology team caring for patients in an ST1 equivalent role, which will form the clinical commitment. Undertaking ward rounds, participating in operating lists, requesting investigations and treatments for patients as necessary. This post is an ideal opportunity to develop gynaecology and obstetric skills and experience at SHO level. It is suitable for doctors who want practical experience in the speciality either before deciding on their career path, or alternatively to improve their chances of selection onto Obstetrics and Gynaecology training at national recruitment.



We are a large organisation providing acute services from Gloucestershire Royal Hospital in Gloucester and Cheltenham General Hospital to a population of 652,475in Gloucestershire as well as caring for patients from surrounding counties and beyond.


Our workforce is almost 8,000 strong and our caring and dedicated staff are recognised as providing good and outstanding patient-centred, high quality emergency, elective and specialist care across a range of clinical areas.



We are committed to recruiting the best people to work with us to achieve our Vision of providing 'Best Care for Everyone' and our success depends on the commitment and dedication of our staff, many of whom are world leaders in healthcare, teaching and research. You could make a real difference to our patients' lives by joining our team.



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INTRODUCTION



This is a combined clinical and teaching post, ideally suited to an individual who has completed an F2 year or equivalent, and wishes to gain formal experience in undergraduate teaching and Obstetrics and Gynaecology prior to commencing Specialist Training. On average, half of the working week will be clinical and the other half devoted to teaching of Bristol medical students on the Reproductive Health and Care of the Newborn (RHCN) course. There is a full time on-call commitment to the SHO level rota throughout the year, but this should not interfere with your teaching commitments.



This is not a recognised training post, but offers an excellent opportunity for clinical experience on delivery suite and in theatre, with support to become confident and competent at uncomplicated instrumental births Caesarean sections and simple outpatient gynaecological procedures.



The post holder will be encouraged and funded to undertake the Teaching and learning for Health Professionals (TLHP) certificate at the University of Bristol, during the year.

MAIN DUTIES OF THE POST



The role will include twenty hours per week on average for teaching activities. You will work alongside our Undergraduate Tutors to teach and support Medical Students during their clinical placement at GHNHSFT. This would include facilitating basic science tutorials, simulated pelvic examinations, undergraduate Obstetric Emergency Training (PROMPT) and prepare students for their exams by supporting the Mock OSCEs. In addition, you will be contributing to the pastoral care of the students through mentoring. There will also be an opportunity to work towards a Teaching and Learning for Health Professionals (TLHP) Certificate if desired.



Work as part of the obstetrics and gynaecology team caring for patients in an FY2-ST1 equivalent role, which will form the clinical commitment. Undertaking ward rounds, participating in operating lists, requesting investigations and treatments for patients as necessary. This post is an ideal opportunity to develop gynaecology and obstetric skills and experience at SHO level. It is suitable for doctors who want practical experience in the speciality either before deciding on their career path, or alternatively to improve their chances of selection onto Obstetrics and Gynaecology training at national recruitment.