Senior Clinical Fellow- Colorectal

The Department of Colorectal Surgery at King's deals with the diagnosis and management of all benign and malignant colonic and anorectal conditions as part of a multi-disciplinary team involving Gastroenterologists, Radiologists, Oncologists, Pathologists, Palliative Care, Urogynaecologists and Urologists. The principal responsibilities of the Senior Clinical Fellow will be the day-to-day management of the Colorectal surgical inpatients and participation in the Colorectal Surgery operating lists; Endoscopy lists and out-patient clinics as well as the MDMs. This post has been designed to run as a clinical post for one person over 12 months who will gain exposure to a wide variety of advanced surgical procedures, in a busy tertiary hospital offering numerous opportunities to develop specialized clinical skills in these areas of surgery. The Senior Clinical Fellow will be an important link in the close collaboration of the MDM and will be expected to undertake initiatives to improve patient management and pathways of care similar to those expected by consultants. This post would be suitable for candidates who have experience in General Surgery at Registrar level. Experience in Colorectal surgery is desirable. Ideally trainees will have completed their MRCP and will have an up-to-date certification for Advanced Trauma and Life Support (ATLS).