Clinical Fellow in Colorectal Cancer and Peritoneal Surface Malignancy

Job overview

Applications are welcomed for x 2 12 month clinical fellowship RCSEng/ACPGBI  posts commencing in April  2027, to April 2028 at the Colorectal & Peritoneal oncology Centre (CPOC),based at The Christie NHS FT, Manchester UK

This surgical oncology fellowship aims to provide an opportunity to develop consultant-level decision-making & gain significant hands-on experience in the management of advanced rectal cancer (TME, beyond TME,& recurrent cancer) advanced colorectal cancer, appendix tumours & anal cancer. We are also a centre for neuroendocrine tumours, retroperitoneal sarcoma & advanced pelvic malignancies (gynaecological & urological). CPOC hosts six registrars/ fellows with equal opportunities to engage with the unit’s activities with an expectation for the fellow to be first assistant/supervised surgeon in 50-70 complex & major cases during their fellowship year. The appointees will gain significant experience in cytoreductive surgery with hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy (CRS/HIPEC), multivisceral resections, laparoscopic & robotic surgery. CPOC fellows will also be involved in CPOC research activities and in the unit’s surgical education activities. This will include faculty membership on The Christie Advanced Pelvic Malignancy Cadaveric Workshop & The Christie FRCS Part 2 course. Fellows will also have the opportunity to be mentored on the ESSO/PSOGI European School of Peritoneal Surface Oncology Training Programme.

Main duties of the job

This fellowship is in colorectal, pelvic, and peritoneal tumour management. The successful candidate will gain experience in the management of primary and advanced colorectal cancer, recurrent colorectal cancer, anal cancer, pelvic oncology, and appendix tumours. This will place the successful candidate in an ideal position to pursue a consultant career in cancer surgery. These fellowship posts are designed for senior trainees who are within 12-months of or post CCT. Fellowship Objectives •    Developing the knowledge and skills to perform and prepare for independent practice in the management of colorectal cancer and peritoneal disease. •    Developing leadership skills •    Working collaboratively with other specialties •    Improving skills in diagnostic and therapeutic colonoscopy •    Inpatient management •    Delivery of surgical education •    An on-call commitment (Level 1b, EWTD compliant). •    Undertaking a research project •    Preparation of abstracts and papers for presentation and publication •    Teaching and educational activities.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

There are currently 25 Consultant Surgeons with variable sessional commitments. The group comprises:

Colorectal and Peritoneal Oncology Centre

Professor ST O'Dwyer Mr MS Wilson Professor AG Renehan Mr C Selvasekar Professor O Aziz

Mr Hamish Clouston

Mr Jonathan Wild Ms Rebecca Fish Mr Paul Sutton

Mr Rahul Deshpande

Colorectal Surgeon Colorectal Surgeon

Professor of Cancer Studies, University of Manchester Colorectal Surgeon, Associate Medical Director Colorectal Surgeon, Clinical Lead for PTS

Colorectal Surgeon, Clinical Lead for Colorectal Surgery

Colorectal Surgeon Colorectal Surgeon Colorectal Surgeon

Upper GI, Hepatobiliary Surgeon, Central Manchester

Urology/Pelvic Surgical Oncology

Professor NW Clarke MrV A Ramani Mr M Lau Mr VJ Sangar Mr A Parnham Mr J Oates Mr A Gulamhusein

Gynaecological Surgical Oncology Mr R Slade Mr M Smith Mr B Winter-Roach Miss E Myriokefalitaki Ms B DeCruze

Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Mr D Mowatt Mr O Oudit Mr D Koustic

Duration and Monitoring of the Programme This fellowship is for 12 months. The next available post is due to commence in  October  2023.  Those wishing to apply for fellowships after this date are encouraged to submit an application and state the date from which they wish to be considered. The post is based at The Christie NHS Foundation Trust, Wilmslow Road, Manchester M20 4BX. The post-holder will be allocated an Assigned Educational Supervisor for the year.

Continuing Professional Development The Trust supports the requirements for continuing professional development (CPD) as laid down by the GMC and surgical colleges and is committed to providing time and financial support for these activities.

The Christie Leader

We have a set of leadership values for our Trust leaders, consisting of;

• Is patient and staff focused •    Creates an inclusive team environment and leads with care and compassion •    Empowers and coaches individuals and teams •    Is a good communicator-listens and shares Information and gives regular feedback •    Takes responsibility for improving quality and learning and supports Research •    Sets a clear vision/purpose for the team •    Collaborates and connects with others •    Is a strong and fair decision maker   •    Supports career development and discusses performance •    Role models the Christie Commitment principles and behaviours

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Abbreviations for Methods of Assessment:

AF -   Application Form

I - Interview R - References

CE -  Certification Evidence