Job summary
Sunderland Royal Hospital started its Laparoscopic
colorectal service for the North East of England in 2007 and a Robotic
colorectal service in 2015. The Colorectal unit now provides Colorectal cancer resection,
benign colorectal resections, IBD services, full Pelvic floor service, perianal
and complex trans anal surgery , Laparoscopic
hernia surgery, abdominal wall reconstruction
& re-do surgery. The service has expanded each year
with increasing referrals and high volume procedures are performed every year
with excellent outcomes.
This post
provides a structured educational and surgical experience within a busy
Colorectal surgical unit with specialist interest in robotic colorectal cancer,
IBD, pelvic floor surgery. It is aimed
at surgical trainees post-CCT award who wish to practice colorectal surgery.
The
successful Fellow will integrate into the team and receive hands-on training in
robotic/laparoscopic colorectal surgery. They will be expected to participate
in clinics, MDT, on call, ward work and audit/teaching activities during their
attachment. The Fellow will be expected to be part of teaching in NSTC
cadaveric lab in Newcastle. Paper presentations and publications are actively
encouraged during attachment.
The Trust is advertising for one 6-month fixed
term post commencing 1 April 2026.
Main duties of the job
The post holder is expected to possess
Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons, should be at the
level of CCT and
demonstrate competence at the level of a trained Lower GI Surgeon.
The
applicant must be competent to participate in a General Surgical on call rota
at registrar level and have experience of work at this level (or demonstrable
competence) is expected. Any applicant who is unable to work full time will be
eligible to be considered for the post and modification of the role would be
discussed with consultant colleagues.
About us
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One Team One Trust - There are many reasons to work at our Trust. From our commitment to putting people first to our accessible services and award winning teams. We have a passion for research, innovation and tackling inequalities. We are committed to respect, fairness and civility and promote a compassionate, caring and positive culture / working environment.
We welcome all applications irrespective of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under- represented groups. Looking after our workforces health and wellbeing is a priority for us. We also provide access to high quality education, training, career progression and support. Flexible working is supported via our Flexible Working Policy.
The Trust employs around 8,746 people and provides a range of hospital services to a local community of around 430,000 residents. We also provide a range of more specialised services outside this area. We offer our staff outstanding benefits - Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support and access to a Care Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements.If you use AI,
and it poses a risk to the integrity of your individual recruitment process, we
may withdraw your application at any stage of the process.
Job description
Job responsibilities
PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE.
The
successful candidate will be expected to work with other members of the Lower
GI team to deliver patient care including inpatient and outpatients
responsibilities, in
addition to participating with the General Surgical on call service.
The post holder is
expected to possess Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons and demonstrate
competence at the level of a Lower GI Surgeon.
The
successful applicant will take part in an emergency full shift rota pattern
of 1 in 9 with other General Surgical Registrars supported at all times by FY1
and FY2-CT2 support. The on call periods
run Monday to Thursday or Friday to Sunday inclusive.
Job description
Job responsibilities
PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE.
The
successful candidate will be expected to work with other members of the Lower
GI team to deliver patient care including inpatient and outpatients
responsibilities, in
addition to participating with the General Surgical on call service.
The post holder is
expected to possess Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons and demonstrate
competence at the level of a Lower GI Surgeon.
The
successful applicant will take part in an emergency full shift rota pattern
of 1 in 9 with other General Surgical Registrars supported at all times by FY1
and FY2-CT2 support. The on call periods
run Monday to Thursday or Friday to Sunday inclusive.
Person Specification
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to work in a team
- Enquiring critical approach to work
- Commitment to CME
Experience and Knowledge
Essential
- 4 years experience in General Surgery at Registrar level
- Log book evidence of current professional development
- Laparoscopic experience
Desirable
- Experience of training and teaching surgical trainees
- Knowledge of minimally invasive colorectal surgery
Qualifications
Essential
- Current GMC Reg No
- FRCS or equivalent
Desirable
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Good interpersonal skills
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients and staff
- Ability to develop and progress a research project and audit
- Presentation skills
- IT skills
Desirable
- Laparoscopic skills and experience
- Ability to run training courses
- Evidence of bedside teaching
- Papers presented at regional/national meetings
- AV editing skills
Person Specification
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to work in a team
- Enquiring critical approach to work
- Commitment to CME
Experience and Knowledge
Essential
- 4 years experience in General Surgery at Registrar level
- Log book evidence of current professional development
- Laparoscopic experience
Desirable
- Experience of training and teaching surgical trainees
- Knowledge of minimally invasive colorectal surgery
Qualifications
Essential
- Current GMC Reg No
- FRCS or equivalent
Desirable
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Good interpersonal skills
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients and staff
- Ability to develop and progress a research project and audit
- Presentation skills
- IT skills
Desirable
- Laparoscopic skills and experience
- Ability to run training courses
- Evidence of bedside teaching
- Papers presented at regional/national meetings
- AV editing skills
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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