Subspecialist Fellow in Gynaecological Oncology

Job overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Subspeciality Fellow in Gynaecology Oncology (ST6 or above level) within the Obstetrics and Gynaecology Specialty at Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. Prior experience in obstetrics and gynaecology is essential for this post.

The post is a 2-year contract with the prospect of extending to 3 years if required.

Lancashire Teaching Hospital is a large teaching hospital closely linked with the University of Manchester. The successful candidate will contribute to the on call rota as negotiated between themselves and the department, dependant on outstanding training needs of the candidate

Main duties of the job

The Sub-Speciality Fellow in Gynaecological Oncology will work in the Department of Gynaecological Oncology, based at the Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust under supervision of Mr Georgios Angelopoulos (STPS) and Mr Nick Wood (Deputy STPS). The post offers a comprehensive programme in Gynaecological Oncology and should qualify the candidate for a consultant appointment in the subspecialty.

Candidates who have previous research experience in Gynaecological Oncology may apply to the RCOG Sub-specialty Board for research exemption although regardless a continuing commitment to clinical research will be expected and actively encouraged.

Please note: All applicants must hold a National Training Number (NTN) in order to be able to be eligible for this post

The Gynaecological Oncology service includes five Gynaecological Oncology consultants.

Weekly MDT meetings are held with clinical and medical oncology together with radiology and pathology colleagues on a Thursday morning, there is complex MDT with involvement of colorectal and urology colleagues.

As a valued member of the team, you will be included in the educational and training activities of the unit and encouraged to contribute to the teaching of nurses, midwives and medical students.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please refer to the attached Job description, Person specification and Specialty/ Trust Brochure for further details on:

• What we can offer
• Job Plan/On-call Requirements
• The Team