University Hospital Southampton NHS FT
About the Company
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust (UHS) is one of the UK’s most innovative healthcare providers and a pioneer in medical research. Rated 'Good' by the CQC in 2017, we cover a broad spectrum of services, including specialist services such as neurological, cardiac and children’s intensive care.
Putting patients first is at the heart of everything we do. We work collaboratively to explore new and improved ways of delivering patient-centered care. By empowering our people to innovate, we push the boundaries of medicine to positively impact on patients’ lives.
We are committed to innovation and research, encouraging all staff at UHS to share their ideas, and working in partnership with a wide variety of research institutions. We harness the power of teams and pioneer new healthcare methods to consistently deliver high quality patient outcomes. For example:
• We were the first hospital in England to use stem cell injections to improve mobility after stroke
• We introduced bedside bikes on the recommendation of our Physiotherapy team, reducing patient recovery times
• We were one of the first Genomic Medicine Centres in the UK to specialise in diagnosis and treatment of patients with rare diseases and cancers
We take pride in enhancing the skills of our staff to aid their career development - facilitated by high quality training and opportunities in a variety of areas - supporting them to reach their full potential.
• We provide hospital services to around 1.9 million people in Southampton and south Hampshire
• Every year, we treat over 140,000 inpatients and day patients
• We also see over 500,000 outpatients and treat over 100,000 emergency cases
Listed Jobs
- Company Name
- University Hospital Southampton NHS FT
- Job Title
- Clinical Scientist
- Job Description
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Job Overview
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Please see below for detailed job description of the role.
Main duties of the job
An exciting opportunity has arisen at the Wessex Genomics Laboratory Service (WGLS - Salisbury) for a full-time fixed term position (for 23 months) as a Clinical Scientist in Cancer. We are looking for a scientist with sound knowledge of cancer genetics and the ability to critically analyse and interpret scientific data. HCPC registration and experience in G-banding analysis, FISH, variant interpretation (SNV and/or CNV) and reporting are key requirements of the role. Experience of WGS analysis is desirable, although not essential.
WGLS is a member of the Central & South Genomic Laboratory Hub. Employment will be with UHS but the role will be based within Salisbury District Hospital.
Working for our organisation
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to.
All non-clinical roles may involve a mixture of on site and remote working, Specific details and flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.
Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.
Specific to this role is the suitability for agile working which is a mixture of on-site and remote working. In addition, we are open to discussing flexibility in the hours that you work. Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you need, and we will explore what’s possible for the role and service.
Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities
Your responsibilities: You will join our diagnostic Cancer team who are committed to patient-centred service provision through accurate and timely data analysis, interpretation, and reporting of genomic information. Attention to detail is essential to ensure that patient results are delivered in a safe and efficient way in order to direct patient management and therapeutic decisions.
Key components of the role will be: data analysis, interpretation and reporting of genomic information following karyotyping, FISH, and a range of molecular genetic testing, including targeted Next Generation sequencing, panel testing and potentially WGS. You will also be involved in training and education within the section and in liaising with other healthcare professionals to develop and maximise the effectiveness of the service.
What we are looking for: an HCPC registered scientist with considerable diagnostic laboratory experience; excellent communication skills to ensure effective multi-disciplinary team-working and communicate complex information at an appropriate level to service users; understanding of quality control / quality assurance procedures and UKAS requirements.
Person specification
Trust Values
Essential criteria
Patient First
Always Improving
Working Together
Qualifications / Training Required
Essential criteria
Honours degree in relevant science subject.
MSc in relevant subject or equivalent level of knowledge
HCPC Registration as a Clinical Scientist
Desirable criteria
Working towards FRCPath.
PhD in subject relevant to clinical speciality
Previous or relevant experience necessary
Essential criteria
Highly skilled and knowledgeable in appropriate subject.
Leadership skills.
Desirable criteria
Comprehensive knowledge and experience of clinical (speciality) service and service provision in a range of sub-specialities.
Aptitudes And Skills Required
Essential criteria
To keep abreast of current understanding of general aspects and develop more specialist knowledge in the discipline.
To use this knowledge to work towards professional qualifications (FRCPath), benefiting patient care.
To have laboratory practical skills necessary to trouble-shoot and develop methods and carry out research projects and audits.
To possess basic computer skills e.g. Microsoft Office.
To be a good communicator (oral and written); explaining complex information clearly to a range of staff groups.
To be able to work both independently and collaboratively with other medical and scientific staff. To be responsible for training
Able to maintain judgement under pressure and meet deadlines and contractual arrangements.
Able to maintain several tasks simultaneously.
Organised, decisive and confident.
Motivated and enthusiastic.
Desirable criteria
Publication record in relevant speciality.
Able to give professional advise to a laboratory section and face the challenge of conflicting priorities.
Southampton, United Kingdom
Hybrid
10-03-2025
- Company Name
- University Hospital Southampton NHS FT
- Job Title
- Junior Fellow in GICU
- Job Description
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Job Overview
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Please see below for detailed job description of the role.
Main duties of the job
Applications are invited to apply for the position of Junior Fellow in Critical Care.
The successful candidates will join a large, dynamic critical care team in providing a high-quality clinical care for our patients. These posts are for a year.
Previous Critical Care Experience Is Desired But Not Essential.
Applicants from all acute specialities including anaesthetics, medical, emergency medicine or surgical backgrounds will be considered.
The post will provide training and experience in all aspects of intensive care medicine in a large multidisciplinary unit.
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust (UHS) General Intensive Care Unit (GICU) is a very busy 32-bed unit and one of the largest acute teaching hospitals trusts on the south coast of England. We are rated as “outstanding” by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), and our clinical outcomes are one of the best in the UK.
This post is intended for Junior Fellows who wish to gain experience in managing Level 3 and Level 2 patients in an Intensive Care Unit. This post will provide an excellent opportunity to gain experience assessing and managing all critically ill patients with supervision from a dedicated intensive care consultant.
Working for our organisation
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated ‘Good’ by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.
We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.
Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.
Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
Full GMC Registration
Medical Degree
At least 2 Years Post Qualification
FRCA / MRCP / FRCS / MCEM or equivalent
Current ALS / ATLS certification
Previous experience in an acute speciality
Good verbal and written communication
Appointment will be made under local contractual terms and conditions of service for Trust appointed (non-training fellow doctors and dentists).
Successful candidates will have an educational framework equivalent to training grade doctors, and there will be a named educational supervisor assigned at the start of the post.
The opportunity for Continued Professional Development (CPD) is highly supported and encouraged by the Trust, with options available to take study leave. All licensed doctors must meet the GMC requirements for revalidation and there will be an annual appraisal to support this process.
Grades for Trust appointed (non-training) fellows will be paid a basic salary at a nodal pay point linked to the grade, at the rate set out in the National Medical and Dental pay circular.
Basic salary detailed below plus any additional remuneration (as applicable) for hours set out in the doctors work schedule (e.g. additional hours, weekend allowance, and any hours which attract enhanced pay)
Basic Salary – MT03 £49,909
Travelling expenses will not be paid for attending interview
Please note that GMC registration (with a licence to practice) and right to work in the UK are essential for this role.
Successful applicants will already have GMC registration or will be able to demonstrate they are eligible.
Applicants requiring Tier 2 sponsorship should ensure they meet the Home Office application criteria prior to submitting an application.
Interviews will be held on TBC Job Reference; 188-MA30325 - This vacancy closes on or before 17th March 2025
Person specification
Qualifications, Training & Experience
Essential criteria
GMC registration with a licence to practise
Medical Degree
At least 2 years post qualification
Previous experience in an acute speciality
Appropriate knowledge base, and ability to apply sound clinical judgement to problems
Minimum 6 months NHS experience
Desirable criteria
FRCA / MRCP / FRCS / MCEM or equivalent
Current ALS / ATLS certification
Previous Intensive Care Medicine or Anaesthesia experience within the NHS
Aptitudes and skills
Desirable criteria
Basic IT skills
Completion of foundation competencies or equivalent
Intensive Care skills
Southampton, United Kingdom
On site
12-03-2025