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Neuromodulation and Research Fellow

Neuromodulation and Research Fellow

York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation TrustYork
30+ days ago
Salary
£67,000.00 yearly
Job description

Job summary

We are delighted to offer a Neuromodulation Research Fellowship at York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust. This 1-year industry funded post is looking to further the development of expertise in, and a strong evidence base for, neuromodulation.

The ideal applicant must hold a UK CCT in Anaesthesia and pain medicine or equivalent. The successful candidate will gain the exposure, experience, and confidence to become an independent neuromodulator. The candidate will learn how a successful service with low explant rates and high patient satisfaction is run. Further, this role will give the candidate dedicated time to undertake, publish and present neuromodulation research.

Main duties of the job

The fellowship will have protected time for high quality supervised research that will align with both local and industry research priorities. Within the post, they will be expected to engage and deliver NIHR portfolio studies related to pain and neuromodulation. However, they will also be required to develop and deliver investigator initiated, industry funded studies that align with the strategic direction of both the funder and the neuromodulation service. This position presently joint funded by Saluda medical, Nevro & Mainstay medical will help fill the current void in well designed and conducted randomised controlled trials in this sphere. This aligns with the recent publications in major journals (JAMA) and discussion at international meetings (INS) calling for this direction. York and Scarborough NHS Foundation Trust has a strong history in delivering randomised controlled trials (both commercial & non-commercial) in the sphere of Anaesthesia, Pain, Perioperative medicine, and Intensive Care and has several active trials ongoing. We successfully deliver many NIHR portfolio trials across our trust, a number of which have been developed and sponsored by York and Scarborough NHS Foundation Trust.

The successful applicant will be supported by both the University of York academically & Dr Armstrong and Dr Fitzmaurice clinically, & will be encouraged to attend & present their research regularly at major national & international meetings including NSUKI, BPS, INS, NANS and WIP

About us

Our benefits

We offer a range of benefits to support our staff including :

  • Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants
  • 27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service)
  • A generous relocation package of up to 30% of salary (capped at £18k) to support with relocation expenses for hard to fill positions where relocation would be an expectation to undertake the role fully. If you would like to discuss a potential relocation package, please speak to the recruiting department / manager
  • A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave
  • Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues, 24 / 7, from our Employee Assistance Programme
  • NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme
  • An extensive range of learning and development opportunities
  • Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring, cinema and finance from a range of providers

For further information on the fantastic range of benefits we offer please visit the Trust's dedicated Staff Benefits pages.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The purpose of the fellowship :

To create a competent independent implanter in all neuromodulation devices.

To support and grow our research portfolio

The post holder will finish the year with :

An outstanding understanding of how to set up and develop a neuromodulation service.

An excellent grounding in the role of research in guiding future therapy.

The ability and confidence to be a future leader in the field of neuromodulation.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Hold a medical qualification registered with the GMC
  • Entry on Specialist Register or within a reasonable time period of completing a training programme recognised for the award of CCT in Anaesthesia with an interest in Chronic Pain
  • Substantive experience working in the NHS

    • Desirable

  • MD or equivalent Higher Degree
  • Fellowship of the Faculty of Pain Medicine of the Royal College of Anaesthetists

    • Mentoring and Teaching

    Essential

  • Experience of teaching undergraduate and post graduate trainees
  • Experience of undertaking audits and presenting their findings

    • Desirable

  • Postgraduate Medical Education certification
  • Organisation of postgraduate education courses

    • Personal Development Drive

    Essential

  • Commitment to continuing professional development and further post-graduate education

    • Leadership

    Essential

  • Willingness to undertake additional professional responsibilities to local, regional or national levels
  • Ability to organise and manage the department targets
  • Is able and willing to take on a leadership role, Capable of building trust and confidence,
  • Strategic thinker, Enquiring, critical approach to work

    • Desirable

  • Familiarity with issues surrounding organisation and development

    • Team Work

    Essential

  • Works effectively with others towards shared goals, welcoming diverse perspectives
  • Co-operates with colleagues from all disciplines, Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team
  • Willingness to work with consultant colleagues and management to maintain and develop comprehensive services.

    • Clinical Practice / Competence

    Essential

  • Clinical Training and experience and ability to take appropriate responsibility for clinical care of patients.
  • Subspecialist experience in pain medicine, ideally complementary to those existing with the department
  • Demonstrates a sound knowledge of clinical governance practice
  • Knowledge of good medical practice and the General Medical Council requirements
  • Works diligently and efficiently to deliver high quality service

    • Work Ethic

    Essential

  • Is positive and well-motivated, Adheres to high ethical standards, Personal Time Management skills
  • Takes responsibility for delivering results, Contributes to improving patient's experience

    • Patient Experience

    Essential

  • Involves patients in decisions about their care, Ability to work in partnership to deliver a patient centred service
  • Demonstrate an understanding and willingness to embrace user involvement, Understands the wider organisation and understands and values the need for efficient use of resources