NHS Locum Lower Consultant General and Colorectal Surgeon
The closing date is 29 July 2025
Job summary
We are looking for an NHS Locum Consultant to join our friendly and well-established Surgical Specialties Division, to expand colorectal surgery capacity, augment the sub-specialty interests of other existing Consultants as well as augmentation of the on-call rota.
The successful candidate may provide regular colonoscopy lists. The trust owns the whole colorectal surgical pathway, the successful appointee will work with several other established Colorectal surgeons to deliver the sub-speciality service and cancer pathway.
There will also be an opportunity to work with consultant colleagues in the development of new, more effective, patient care pathways.
You will join an existing team of 17 consultants, six upper GI (2 fixed term and one to join in October 25) six Colorectal, four Breast and one Vascular, providing Surgical care in Chesterfield for patients from North Derbyshire and surrounding areas.
The post will include a commitment to the "Duty Surgeon" daytime general on-call rota along with night on call.
Candidates should be able to demonstrate requisite numbers of index logbook operations for emergency surgery and other procedures which may include anterior resections. This will allow the candidate to function as general and colorectal surgeon.
You will have the opportunity to discuss personal aspirations and any on-going training requirements which we would look to support and facilitate as part of your continuing professional development whilst in the role.
Main duties of the job
For further information please see the attached job description and person specification which gives a comprehensive overview of the main duties required for this role.
About us
Our staff enjoy a range of benefits including on-site parking, local discounts, on-site Caf and Amazon lockers. There is a cycle-to-work scheme along with electric vehicle charging points. A newly opened a hub, dedicated to the health and wellbeing of our staff, which include rooms for mindfulness, gym and shower facilities and different programmes to keep you active.
Chesterfield is a thriving market town surrounded by attractive countryside, contemporary leisure facilities and extensive retail outlets. The town has excellent road and rail links, and easy access to airports.
Derbyshire is home to the Peak District National Park and is an area of outstanding beauty. Numerous stately homes are within easy travelling distance. The Yorkshire Dales, North Yorkshire Moors, a number of coastal resorts and many historic cities are also close enough for day trips.
Housing in the Chesterfield area is competitively priced and offers a wide range of choice, including urban and rural locations. There are several high-performing state schools in the town, as well as a number of excellent private schools across the wider region.
In addition to local shops and complexes, the Meadowhall Shopping Centre is within easy travelling distance and is one of the largest and most up to date in Europe, attracting some 30 million visitors each year.
The city of Sheffield is only 9 miles away and hosts two universities, one with a medical and dental school.
Details
Date posted
15 July 2025
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Consultant
Salary
£109,725 to £145,478 a year Per annum
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
6 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
166-SS-7294991
Job locations
Chesterfield Royal Hospital
Chesterfield Road
Chesterfield
S44 5BL
Employer details
Employer name
Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Chesterfield Royal Hospital
Chesterfield Road
Chesterfield
S44 5BL
Employer's website
https://www.chesterfieldroyal.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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