Clinical Fellow – Adult Eating Disorders

Job summary Job Title: Clinical Fellow (Adult Eating Disorders) Grade: MT03 Salary: £43923.00 per annum plus London Zone Allowance Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates to work as Clinical Fellows in our Adult Eating Disorders Ward. This is a full-time (40 hours per week) post at South West London and St George's Mental Health Trust, based at Springfield University Hospital, Tooting, London. This post is being offered at the equivalent of Core Trainee level, and the appointment would be at a grade based on the qualifications and experience of the applicant. The post will be initially for 6 months, with the possibility of an extension for a further 6 months by mutual agreement and subject to availability and funding. Main duties of the job The successful applicant will work in Springfield Hospital as part of an MDT in a modern in-patient Eating Disorders Unit, Avalon Ward. The clinical supervisor will be the ward consultants. The ward also has trainee doctors. The post is suitable for doctors at several stages of their career, including Post Foundation Year 2, doctors seeking attainment of specific expertise in an FY3 year, or an additional clinical post while they obtain MRCPsych qualifications. The post will also suit doctors seeking to enhance their portfolio to gain entry to the training grades and doctors already in non-training Grade positions e.g. SAS doctors or Trust Fellows who are seeking a formal educational structure to their posts. Training, educational opportunities, and appraisal will be available to successful candidates, including attendance at the weekly academic programme. Out of hours on-call is not a compulsory part of the role, but there may be an opportunity to take part in the on-call rota, if desired and subject to availability. Participation in the Daytime Duty Doctor cover is expected. If you are an energetic and motivated doctor who would like to join our service, then we would like to hear from you. We look forward to receiving your application. About us We are Proud to Belong at South West London and St George's Mental Health NHS Trust. We have expert services, a rich history, and a clear commitment to providing the best quality care for those with mental ill-health. The Care Quality Commission already rates our services as 'good' - we aspire to be 'outstanding'. This is a great time to join us. We are transforming the way we care for our communities to support our mission of Making Life Better Together. We have built two brand new mental health facilities at Springfield University Hospital, which are amongst the best in the world. More developments are planned across our sites and services. We are inclusive and diverse and strive to be actively anti-racist. We want to attract people from all backgrounds and experiences to enrich the work we do together. We are proud to co-produce and involve our local communities in all that we do. We offer flexible working, career development, and a variety of benefits to enable a positive, welcoming environment in which our people and their careers can thrive. Job description Job responsibilities Clinical Responsibilities The post holder will work in the mental health Trust, in an in-patient Eating Disorders Unit for Adults. The post holder will be able to take part in postgraduate educational activities within the Trust including the academic programme (but not the MRCPsych course which is solely for doctors on the training rotation). Clinical audit and quality improvement initiatives will be encouraged. On call The appointee will not be expected to participate in the out of hours on-call rota, but there may be opportunities to do so for interested applicants. Participation in the Daytime Duty Doctor rota will be expected. Person Specification Qualifications Essential MBBS or equivalent Desirable Other basic degree, e.g. BSc, Honours or undergraduate distinction Registration Essential GMC Registered Experience Essential 2 years of post-qualification experience Management of mental health conditions under supervision Desirable Presented evidence of experience to date supported by references Attainment of the UK Foundation Programme or an equivalent level of experience. Experience of working in the speciality e.g. during foundation or core training. Audit and Research Essential A good understanding of the principles Desirable Evidence of participation in audit and clinical governance activity Personal qualities Essential Good communication skills. Enquiring, critical approach to work. Good organisation skills. Able to work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team Able to travel to meet the requirements of the post Desirable Willingness to undertake additional professional responsibilities 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 . 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. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see Employer details Employer name South West London and St Georges Mental Health NHS Trust Address Springfield University Hospital Avalon Ward, Trinity Building, 15 Springfield Drive London SW17 0YF Employer's website

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