Senior Clinical Fellow in Renal Medicine and Transplantation

Barts Health NHS Trust

Aug 8

Applications are closed

Job
Full-time
Mid & Senior Level
London

Requirements

- Applicants who wish to gain further experience in Renal Medicine
- Perhaps with a view to preparing for application for a training post
- Aimed to provide you with broad experience in all aspects of nephrology
- Routine work on the wards and on-call
- Formal teaching
- Regular attendance at the unit academic meetings
- Participation in journal club
- Opportunity to attend specialist clinics
- Opportunity to complete research projects/QIPs
- Opportunity to attend timetabled biopsy lists (native and transplant)
- Consultant supervised
- Participation in the medical PD catheter list
- Vascaths are inserted on the wards by the SpRs
- Active interventional radiology department who assist with tunnelled dialysis catheter insertion
- Committed to promoting inclusion
- Every staff member has a sense of belonging
- Valuing differences and fully advocating, cultivating, and supporting an inclusive working environment
- Treating one another with dignity and respect
- Creating an equitable working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential

Responsibilities

- The appointee will be exposed to all aspects of renal medicine, including renal replacement therapy (haemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, renal transplantation), acute kidney injury and various sub-specialities within the field of nephrology.
- There is extensive teaching and training built in to the rota as well as ample opportunities in audit and research, as well as in the practical procedures of nephrology.
- The registrars rotate through a rolling rota with a clinic block, ward blocks, HDU experience, and a dialysis block; these are interspersed with time covering the Renal Assessment Unit, a float week, a referrals week and nights.
- During your time in the unit we would aim to provide you with broad experience in all aspects of nephrology.
- This will be through your routine work on the wards and on-call, formal teaching, regular attendance at the unit academic meetings, and participation in journal club, as well as through opportunity to attend specialist clinics and complete research projects/QIPs.
- You will also have opportunity to attend timetabled biopsy lists (native and transplant) which are consultant supervised, as well as participating in the medical PD catheter list.
- Vascaths are inserted on the wards by the SpRs and we have an active interventional radiology department who assist with tunnelled dialysis catheter insertion.

FAQs

What type of experience will I gain in this position?

You will gain experience in all aspects of renal medicine, including renal replacement therapy, acute kidney injury, and various sub-specialties within nephrology.

What is the structure of the junior medical team?

The junior medical team consists of 10 clinical registrars, several research registrars, six IMT1 & IMT2 level trainees, three FY2s, and one FY1, along with 3 PAs.

How does the rota work for registrars?

Registrars rotate through a rolling rota that includes clinic blocks, ward blocks, HDU experience, dialysis blocks, and additional time covering the Renal Assessment Unit, float weeks, referrals weeks, and nights.

Will I have opportunities for learning and development?

Yes, there is extensive teaching and training built into the rota, along with formal teaching sessions, academic meetings, journal clubs, and opportunities to attend specialist clinics.

Is there a research component to this role?

Yes, there are ample opportunities for audit, research projects, and quality improvement projects during your time in the unit.

What types of procedures will I participate in?

You will have the opportunity to attend supervisor-led biopsy lists (native and transplant), participate in medical PD catheter lists, and work with the interventional radiology department for tunneled dialysis catheter insertion.

What is Barts Health's vision for the future?

Barts Health aims to become a high-performing group of NHS hospitals known for excellence and innovation, providing safe and compassionate care to patients and striving for continuous improvement in services.

How does Barts Health support inclusion in the workplace?

Barts Health is committed to promoting inclusion by creating an equitable working environment where every individual feels a sense of belonging and is treated with dignity and respect.

Who can I contact for more information about the position?

For further details or informal visits, you can contact Dr. Ade Olaitan, Consultant, at ademola.olaitan1@nhs.net.

Does the organization have any specific support for staff dealing with pregnancy loss?

Yes, Barts Health supports the Pregnancy Loss Pledge and commits to supporting staff through the distress of miscarriage.

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Barts Health NHS Trust operates several major hospitals in East London, providing comprehensive healthcare services including emergency care, surgery, and specialist treatments. Their ultimate mission is to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care and improve health outcomes for the community they serve. Their purpose is to ensure that every patient receives the best possible treatment and support, fostering health and well-being across the diverse populations in their care.