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An opportunity has arisen for Clinical Fellows in Cardiothoracic Surgery to join our team for a period of 12 - 36 months.
One of the largest cardiothoracic programmes in the UK, our team undertake a wide range of procedures including approximately 1300 open heart procedures and 600 major thoracic procedures each year. The unit undertakes heart transplantation and mechanical circulatory support (Scottish National Advanced Heart Failure Service), and adult congenital cardiac surgery (Scottish Adult Congenital Cardiac Service).
The successful candidates will be fully supported by a thriving and friendly cardiothoracic team. You will share responsibility for the pre-operative assessment, preparation, surgical care and post operative care of all cardiothoracic surgery patients. This includes attendance at outpatient clinics & MDT meetings, ward rounds and elective and emergency operating sessions. The post holder will contribute to the full shift out of hours rota.
This role would suit doctors who wish to gain more clinical experience before applying for a National Training Number, or more experienced applicants who are pursuing a CESR. Involvement with audit, research, education and leadership will be encouraged. Study leave and financial support are provided.
Informal enquiries to: Mr Zahid Mahmood, Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, on 0141 951 5000 or Zahid.mahmood@gjnh.scot.nhs.uk
To arrange an informal visit please contact Mrs Amanda Forbes, Service Manager, Heart & Lung Division, telephone 0141 951 5389 or Amanda.forbes@gjnh.scot.nhs.uk.
NHS Golden Jubilee encourages applications from all sections of the community. We promote a culture of inclusion across the organisation and are proud of the diverse workforce we have.
Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service can be found within the Job Pack.