Gynaecology Oncology Clinical Fellow

Job overview

This is a replacement post. The Gynaecological Oncology Fellow at King’s College Hospital, London, plays a key role in the management of patients with gynaecological cancers, including ovarian, cervical, endometrial, vulval, and rare pelvic malignancies.

This fellowship offers advanced clinical exposure to complex oncological surgery, including open, laparoscopic, and robotic-assisted procedures, as well as involvement in chemotherapy and radiotherapy planning. The fellow will work within a multidisciplinary team of oncologists, radiologists, pathologists, specialist nurses, and palliative care teams, contributing to high-quality, patient-centered care.

In addition to surgical training, the fellow will actively participate in cancer MDT meetings, outpatient oncology clinics, colposcopy, and advanced imaging reviews, gaining a holistic understanding of gynaecological cancer management. The role also provides opportunities for clinical research, quality improvement initiatives, and medical education, ensuring the fellow contributes to innovation and best practices in gynaecological oncology.

This post is ideal for senior trainees or post-CCT doctors aiming to refine their expertise in gynaecological oncology surgery and cancer care, preparing them for consultant positions in the field.

Main duties of the job

• Clinical supervision of other junior medical and non-medical staff.

• Responsible for carrying out teaching undergraduate student, contributing to Continuing Medical Education and clinical governance initiatives.

• To contribute to departmental research interests in accordance with the Trust’s R&D framework.

• To contribute to the Clinical Audit Programme.

• To be aware of, and comply with, all Trust infection prevention and control policies, to include hand hygiene, personal hygiene, environmental and food hygiene. To undertake annual training/updates in infection prevention and control.

• Excellence within own department/area of responsibility.

• To prepare for and undertake the protective interventions that you are responsible for in a manner that is consistent with evidence-based practice and maintaining patient safety.

• You have a general duty of care for the health, safety and well-being of yourself, work colleagues, visitors and patients within the hospital in addition to any specific risk management or clinical governance accountabilities associated with this post.

• You are required to observe the rules, policies, procedures and standards of King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust together with all relevant statutory and professional obligations.

• You are required to observe and maintain strict confidentiality of personal information relating to patients and staff.

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 c£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.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

• Advanced Clinical Care: Managing patients with complex gynaecological conditions, including severe endometriosis, chronic pelvic pain, fibroids, congenital anomalies, and complex benign pelvic pathology.
• Surgical Training: Gaining expertise in advanced laparoscopic and robotic-assisted gynaecological surgery, including excision of deep endometriosis, myomectomy, hysterectomy, and fertility-sparing procedures.
• Multidisciplinary Collaboration: Working alongside colorectal surgeons, urologists, radiologists, pain specialists, and specialist nurses to provide comprehensive, patient-centered care.
• Diagnostic and Outpatient Expertise: Developing skills in advanced imaging interpretation, outpatient hysteroscopy, and multidisciplinary diagnostic pathways.
• Research and Innovation: Engaging in clinical research, audits, and service improvement projects to advance the field of complex gynaecology and improve patient outcomes.
• Teaching and Training: Contributing to the education of junior doctors, medical students, and allied healthcare professionals through structured teaching and hands-on training.

This role provides an exceptional opportunity for fellows to refine their surgical and clinical expertise, gain leadership experience, and prepare for a consultant role in complex benign gynaecology and advanced minimally invasive surgery

Person specification

Essential

Essential criteria

• Registerable medical qualification.
• MRCOG Part 1,2 & 3
• Proven work experience in UK NHS environment.
• Full registration with GMC/GDC with License to Practice.

Desirable criteria

• Familiar with current structure of Health Service and conversant with recent initiatives and changes. Management course and / or qualification.
• Relevant research experience.
• Publication of relevant review articles or case reports

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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.
• Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. On occasion, we might close a vacancy early due to a high number of applications being received. You are advised to submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.

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