Job summary
This is a unique opportunity to join the HPB and Acute Surgery teams at University Hospital Southampton (UHS)
UHS is a major regional teaching hospital with a substantial HPB and acute surgical work load, generated by its growing district hospital population and the hospital's regional status. From April 1st 2012 UHS became a designated trauma centre.
The Acute Surgery (ASU) team is currently in the process of expanding from 6 to 8 surgeons in order to create hybrid jobs involving elective subspecialty GI surgery and acute general surgery. In addition to the new two consultant posts, there are also two vacancies due to retirement. The two vacancies are available immediately but the additional two posts are currently going through the Trust's process of business case. The successful appointee will be able to take an appointment immediately as part of the original team of 6 ASU consultants which will eventually increase to 8 once all appointments are in place.
Main duties of the job
Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting.
For an overview of the main duties of the role please see the 'Job Description and Main Responsibilities' section below. To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document attached.
About us
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.
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.
Job description
Job responsibilities
WHAT YOULL DO
The successful appointee will be able to take an appointment immediately as part of the original team of 6 ASU consultants which will eventually increase to 8 once all appointments are in place. The successful appointee will work very closely with a team of 7 HPB surgeons.
The surgical take:
The acute surgeon will be responsible for leading the take. You will be responsible for leading the delivery of emergency surgery in the CEPOD theatres. The surgical bleep holder is a core member of the adult and paediatric trauma team. UHS was designated as a Major Trauma Centre (MTC) in 2012 and the acute surgery team are key to working with multi-disciplinary specialties to support MTC requirements.
The take surgeon focuses on the new patients and actively reviewing progress of ward inpatients.
The acute ward and Acute Surgical Unit (ASU):
Acute surgical assessment and admission will occur through our ASU. The ASU comprises an acute surgical assessment area with 2 x 4 space trolley assessment bays, and 4 side rooms. An outpatient consultation room is adjacent to the acute surgery unit as is a 30 bed acute surgical ward.
Ambulatory Care:
The acute team runs a daily outpatients acute clinic Monday to Friday each weekday to enable admission avoidance, early discharge and fast-track emergency patients requiring review outside of normal OPD activity.
This is supported by dedicated investigative capacity:
WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR
- Entry on GMC Specialist Register; eligible for entry on Register or within six months of receipt of Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) at time of interview
- Success in Intercollegiate Specialty Examination or equivalent
- Higher Qualification in specialty i.e. FRCS
- Clinical training and experience equivalent to that required for gaining UK CCT in General Surgery
- Ability to offer expert clinical opinion on a range of problems in HPB surgery
- Wide experience in General Surgery
- Experience of supervising Foundation and core trainees
- Ability to teach clinical skills
- Ability to apply research outcomes to clinical problems
Experience of audit management
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Individuals wishing to apply must be fully registered with the General Medical Council (GMC) and should be either already on or within 6 months of eligibility to be included on the specialist register of the GMC.
The successful candidate will be employed under the terms and conditions of service for Consultants (England) 2003.
Interviews will be held on TBC
Job Reference: 188-MT0994 - This vacancy closes on or before: 20/7/23
Should you have any queries, please use the contact details below to get in touch.
Job description
Job responsibilities
WHAT YOULL DO
The successful appointee will be able to take an appointment immediately as part of the original team of 6 ASU consultants which will eventually increase to 8 once all appointments are in place. The successful appointee will work very closely with a team of 7 HPB surgeons.
The surgical take:
The acute surgeon will be responsible for leading the take. You will be responsible for leading the delivery of emergency surgery in the CEPOD theatres. The surgical bleep holder is a core member of the adult and paediatric trauma team. UHS was designated as a Major Trauma Centre (MTC) in 2012 and the acute surgery team are key to working with multi-disciplinary specialties to support MTC requirements.
The take surgeon focuses on the new patients and actively reviewing progress of ward inpatients.
The acute ward and Acute Surgical Unit (ASU):
Acute surgical assessment and admission will occur through our ASU. The ASU comprises an acute surgical assessment area with 2 x 4 space trolley assessment bays, and 4 side rooms. An outpatient consultation room is adjacent to the acute surgery unit as is a 30 bed acute surgical ward.
Ambulatory Care:
The acute team runs a daily outpatients acute clinic Monday to Friday each weekday to enable admission avoidance, early discharge and fast-track emergency patients requiring review outside of normal OPD activity.
This is supported by dedicated investigative capacity:
WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR
- Entry on GMC Specialist Register; eligible for entry on Register or within six months of receipt of Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) at time of interview
- Success in Intercollegiate Specialty Examination or equivalent
- Higher Qualification in specialty i.e. FRCS
- Clinical training and experience equivalent to that required for gaining UK CCT in General Surgery
- Ability to offer expert clinical opinion on a range of problems in HPB surgery
- Wide experience in General Surgery
- Experience of supervising Foundation and core trainees
- Ability to teach clinical skills
- Ability to apply research outcomes to clinical problems
Experience of audit management
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Individuals wishing to apply must be fully registered with the General Medical Council (GMC) and should be either already on or within 6 months of eligibility to be included on the specialist register of the GMC.
The successful candidate will be employed under the terms and conditions of service for Consultants (England) 2003.
Interviews will be held on TBC
Job Reference: 188-MT0994 - This vacancy closes on or before: 20/7/23
Should you have any queries, please use the contact details below to get in touch.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Entry on GMC Specialist Register; eligible for entry on Register or within six months of receipt of Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) at time of interview
- Success in Intercollegiate Specialty Examination or equivalent
- Higher Qualification in specialty i.e. FRCS
Desirable
- Postgraduate degree
- Post CCT Fellowship
Experience
Essential
- Clinical training and experience equivalent to that required for gaining UK CCT in General Surgery
- Ability to offer expert clinical opinion on a range of problems in HPB surgery
- Wide experience in General Surgery
- Experience of supervising Foundation and core trainees
- Ability to teach clinical skills
- Ability to apply research outcomes to clinical problems
- Experience of audit management
Desirable
- Experience in management of NET tumours
- Experience in a major trauma centre
Aptitudes and Skills
Essential
- Ability to work well in a team
- Good interpersonal skills and organisational skills
- Enquiring, critical approach to work
- Caring attitude to patients
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives, GPs, nurse and other agencies
- Commitment to Continuing Medical Education and the requirements of Clinical Governance and Audit
- Ability to manage and lead others
Trust Values
Essential
- Patients First
- Always Improving
- Working Together
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Entry on GMC Specialist Register; eligible for entry on Register or within six months of receipt of Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) at time of interview
- Success in Intercollegiate Specialty Examination or equivalent
- Higher Qualification in specialty i.e. FRCS
Desirable
- Postgraduate degree
- Post CCT Fellowship
Experience
Essential
- Clinical training and experience equivalent to that required for gaining UK CCT in General Surgery
- Ability to offer expert clinical opinion on a range of problems in HPB surgery
- Wide experience in General Surgery
- Experience of supervising Foundation and core trainees
- Ability to teach clinical skills
- Ability to apply research outcomes to clinical problems
- Experience of audit management
Desirable
- Experience in management of NET tumours
- Experience in a major trauma centre
Aptitudes and Skills
Essential
- Ability to work well in a team
- Good interpersonal skills and organisational skills
- Enquiring, critical approach to work
- Caring attitude to patients
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives, GPs, nurse and other agencies
- Commitment to Continuing Medical Education and the requirements of Clinical Governance and Audit
- Ability to manage and lead others
Trust Values
Essential
- Patients First
- Always Improving
- Working Together
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).
