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Senior Colorectal Laparoscopic Fellow

Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust

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Job summary

This post is intended for a senior trainee prior to a consultant appointment and would suit a post CCT surgeon.

It is expected that there will be at least 2 days each week in theatre, clinic duties, access to endoscopy training if required, or endoscopy sessions for JAG accredited candidates.

Exact requirements will be discussed with the successful candidates.

Outpatient services

Most outpatient activity takes place in a purpose built dedicated Out-patient Department on the Royal Cornwall Hospital site in Truro. Additional clinics are held in community hospitals around Cornwall.

Inpatient services

GI inpatients are managed in Royal Cornwall Hospital (Truro), with a separate dedicated ambulatory and inpatient Surgical Receiving Unit (across 2 wards). There are two dedicated integrated laparoscopic theatres. Children's surgical services are available at the Trust with 2 of the GI surgeons delivering clinics and operating sessions which are an additional training resource.

Daycase services

Daycase theatre sessions are also held at West Cornwall Hospital (Penzance) which also offers a further integrated laparoscopic theatre.

Main duties of the job

  • To predominantly work in the elective colorectal surgery department focusing on laparoscopic training prior to a consultant post.
  • To fulfil out-of-hours' responsibilities including full participation in the Specialty Doctors' on-call rota 1:12 nights/ weekends.
  • To develop experience and expertise in the assessment, management and operative treatment of colorectal and emergency surgical conditions.
  • Teaching and training of junior staff, medical students.
  • To have responsibility for ensuring active participation in continuing medical education (CME).
  • To actively participate in both departmental and Trust matters concerning Clinical Governance and audit.
  • To attend meetings as appropriate.
  • Fulfil duties of weekly timetable including any out of hours responsibilities.
  • Elective colorectal work to include theatre lists with a colorectal consultant 2 days a week, participation in the care of colorectal inpatients, endoscopy, clinic work.
  • 1:12 Friday> Sunday and 1:12 night shifts on call to include emergency operating under supervision or distance supported according to experience and casemix.
  • Contribution to the research portfolio within the department.
  • Contribution to service, and training in, elective colorectal.
  • Responsibilities for carrying out teaching.

About us

Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust is the biggest provider of healthcare services in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. Our three main sites are Royal Cornwall Hospital Truro, St Michael's Hospital Hayle and West Cornwall Hospital Penzance, our staff and services are available across the region.

The Trust employs 5,000+ staff, has a budget of £380 million and 750 beds. We work with health and social care organisations -including NHS Kernow and NHS England- to ensure local healthcare needs are met. We provide acute medical, surgical and specialist services to around 500,000- which can increase significantly during busy holiday periods.

The Trust has teaching hospitals status as part of the University of Exeter Medical School. Keeping at the forefront of medical advances, we continually develop clinical services and are committed to maximising the range of specialist care offered locally.

We can offer you a rewarding career in a supportive working environment. We have extensive educational links to help you realise your full potential and develop skills to provide outstanding healthcare to the local community.

Enjoy an outstanding quality of life in a place that offers surfing beaches and fishing harbours to beautiful countryside and historic towns. With clean air, plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities and excellent schools, colleges and universities (including adult education) it is the ideal place for families and for you to develop your own career.

Date posted

09 May 2024

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£55,329 to £63,152 a year pa pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Job share

Reference number

156-MS-3887

Job locations

Royal Cornwall Hospital Trust

Truro

TR1 3LJ


Job description

Job responsibilities

PLEASE NOTE: To view the full Job Description and Person Specification, please click the supporting document on the right hand side

To be an employee of the NHS you need to successfully complete the following:

  • Identity Checks
  • Professional registration and qualification checks
  • Employment history and reference checks
  • Work health assessments
  • Criminal record check standards
  • Right to work checks

For further information please visit:

https://www.nhsemployers.org/topics-networks/employment-standards-and-regulation

We reserve the right to close this advert early, or when the allocated number of applications has been reached. Please submit your application at the earliest opportunity.

Agency interest will not be considered until this advert has closed.

Job description

Job responsibilities

PLEASE NOTE: To view the full Job Description and Person Specification, please click the supporting document on the right hand side

To be an employee of the NHS you need to successfully complete the following:

  • Identity Checks
  • Professional registration and qualification checks
  • Employment history and reference checks
  • Work health assessments
  • Criminal record check standards
  • Right to work checks

For further information please visit:

https://www.nhsemployers.org/topics-networks/employment-standards-and-regulation

We reserve the right to close this advert early, or when the allocated number of applications has been reached. Please submit your application at the earliest opportunity.

Agency interest will not be considered until this advert has closed.

Person Specification

Competences

Essential

  • Evidence of achievement of Foundation Competences from a UKFPO affiliated Foundation Programme or equivalent
  • Evidence of achievement of senior ST competences in general surgery supported by evidence from work-based assessments of clinical performance (DOPS, Mini-CEX, CBD, ACAT) and Multi-source feedback or equivalent.

Desirable

  • At least 60 months experience in general surgery (not including Foundation modules), by start of appointment

Qualifications

Essential

  • GMC Registration with a Licence to Practice
  • MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
  • Successful completion of MRCS or equivalent
Person Specification

Competences

Essential

  • Evidence of achievement of Foundation Competences from a UKFPO affiliated Foundation Programme or equivalent
  • Evidence of achievement of senior ST competences in general surgery supported by evidence from work-based assessments of clinical performance (DOPS, Mini-CEX, CBD, ACAT) and Multi-source feedback or equivalent.

Desirable

  • At least 60 months experience in general surgery (not including Foundation modules), by start of appointment

Qualifications

Essential

  • GMC Registration with a Licence to Practice
  • MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
  • Successful completion of MRCS or equivalent

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust

Address

Royal Cornwall Hospital Trust

Truro

TR1 3LJ


Employer's website

https://www.royalcornwall.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust

Address

Royal Cornwall Hospital Trust

Truro

TR1 3LJ


Employer's website

https://www.royalcornwall.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

For questions about the job, contact:

Consultant Surgeon

Mrs Melanie Feldman

melanie.feldman@nhs.net

07859811177

Date posted

09 May 2024

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£55,329 to £63,152 a year pa pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Job share

Reference number

156-MS-3887

Job locations

Royal Cornwall Hospital Trust

Truro

TR1 3LJ


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