Gamma Knife Clinical Fellow
Wellington
Gamma Knife Clinical Fellow
The London Gamma Knife Centre. The Wellington Hospital, St Johns Wood, London.
Part of HCA Healthcare UK
Salary range from £60000 - £70000 per annum, depending on skills and experience2 year ContractMonday to Friday – Day Shifts only, no on-call commitment40 hours per weekWe are actively looking to recruit a Specialist Doctor for a 2 year Clinical Fellowship programme.
This is a unique opportunity to be part of an outstanding Gamma Knife specialist multidisciplinary team, leading the way with inspiring life changing care, offering patients the latest generation of non-invasive treatment for brain conditions. Precise radiation to even the most complex brain tumours or abnormalities
Principle aims of the role
As a Gamma Knife Clinical Fellow, you will provide medical and administrative support for the Gamma Knife service, professionally responsible to the patient's named Consultants who are responsible for the individual patient.
Typical Duties;
You will play a vital role in a strong multi-disciplinary team, partaking in medical requirements for Consultants patients. This may involve giving telephone advice when requested, pre-treatment counselling and consent, and participation in pre-admission and follow-up clinics. Stereotactic frame fitting (Elekta), for patients undergoing treatment and prescribing and supplying necessary drugs as specified by Consultants, or as requested by nursing staff.Preparation of monthly adverse reaction reports for presentation to the Gamma Knife monthly meetings (this will involve telephone follow up of all patients in the early post-treatment phaseResponsibility for collating patient follow-up and outcome studies after Gamma Knife treatment. There are currently around 3000 patients on the database and many of these need to be tracked to determine outcomesThere may also be some cross cover requirements with the Cyberknife Fellow.Skills & Responsibilities
MBBS or equivalent medical qualificationGMC registration with a licence to practiseMRCS or MRCP or First FRCRExperience in Neurosurgery to at least ST3 level and above.Previous post-holders have been trainee neurosurgeons, but the position is also suitable for clinical oncologists. Instruction in stereotactic frame fitting and removal will be provided. Training on the Elekta Gamma Knife Course will be provided. Training will be given where needed (Vestibular Schwannoma, Meningioma, AVM, metastases, trigeminal neuralgia, pituitary tumours, other skull base lesions etc)
Additional Benefits:
Our attractive rewards packages include; 5-day study leave, private medical healthcare insurance, contributory pension, onsite revalidation officer, guaranteed annual salary review.
In addition to this, we are also open to sponsoring 2 year medical research, through our support university links. This will include annual bench fees and registration.
About The London Gamma Knife Centre
The London Gamma Knife Centre is a dedicated to treating complex brain conditions and its patients
benefit from the expertise of a multidisciplinary team of specialists, ranging from oncologists to neurosurgeons and radiographers, all working together to make sure the best possible care, tailored to individuals condition. Our purpose-built centre officially opened in 2018, located at the Platinum Medical Centre in St Johns Wood, part of the Wellington Hospital.
It was the first Icon centre in London to use a radiotherapy mask. The Gamma Knife system was the first-ever radiosurgery device and works by damaging the cells so they can no longer grow. It has revolutionised the treatment of certain benign and malignant tumours in and around the brain, replacing the need for surgery in many cases.
To apply
Please send your cv and covering letter to;
Alexandra Aitken Radiation Oncology Service Manager
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and
Ian Sabin Medical Director
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