University Hospital of North Midlands NHS Trust

Senior Training Fellow in Upper GI

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Job summary

Applications are invited for the above post. This is a Surgical Unit which includes the specialties of breast, upper and lower GI surgery and paediatric surgery. The University is affiliated to Keele Medical School; the department thus provides undergraduate training. We are involved in the regional specialist training programme based in the West Midlands and provide active and broad training to registrars and juniors doctors.

This is a fixed term post for 12 months with the potential to extend to a maximum of 24 months after the first year. The ideal candidate will have an interest in Hepatobiliary +/- Oesophagogastric Surgery. Candidates who are post CCT is considered essential for this role. There is an on-call commitment involved with this position.

Main duties of the job

  1. To participate in the provision of general and specialist services within the General Surgery & Urology Directorate
  2. To assist in ward management including electronic discharges.
  3. To contribute to the training of junior medical staff.
  4. To participate in the management of emergency General Surgical and Urological patients whilst on-call.
  5. To assist in the undertaking of full clinical computerised audit within the department.
  6. To assist in theatre sessions when required.

About us

University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust is one of the largest and most modern in the country. Based across two sites, Royal Stoke in Stoke-on-Trent and County Hospital in Stafford, we are proud to serve around three million people and we're highly regarded for our facilities, teaching and research. We are the specialist centre for major trauma for the North Midlands and North Wales.

All of our employees make a valuable contribution regardless of role here at UHNM and we are proud of our wide range of development packages aimed at ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to fulfil their true potential.

UHNM create and encourage a culture of inclusion, providing equal opportunities for career development that are fair and transparent. We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture in which all staff feel valued and respected. In return we ask all of our employees to make a commitment to the values, co-created by or staff, patients and carers, and that unite us as a Trust.

At University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust we know that investing in, supporting and developing our staff has a direct impact on the quality of care that we deliver. Our employees are as important as our patients and the population that we serve.

Details

Date posted

12 August 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£65,048 a year per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

205-7343594

Job locations

Royal Stoke University Hospital / County Hospital

Newcastle Road

Stoke-on-Trent

ST4 6QG


Job description

Job responsibilities

  1. To participate in the provision of general and specialist services within the General Surgery & Urology Directorate
  2. To assist in ward management including electronic discharges.
  3. To contribute to the training of junior medical staff.
  4. To participate in the management of emergency General Surgical and Urological patients whilst on-call.
  5. To assist in the undertaking of full clinical computerised audit within the department.
  6. To assist in theatre sessions when required.

UHNM supports the responsible use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to assist in preparing your supporting statement. However, we reserve the right to reject applications where AI has been used in a misleading manner, for example, by implying experience or understanding that the applicant does not possess or where its use is excessive or unfair. If AI has been used to support your application, you must declare this within your submission.

Job description

Job responsibilities

  1. To participate in the provision of general and specialist services within the General Surgery & Urology Directorate
  2. To assist in ward management including electronic discharges.
  3. To contribute to the training of junior medical staff.
  4. To participate in the management of emergency General Surgical and Urological patients whilst on-call.
  5. To assist in the undertaking of full clinical computerised audit within the department.
  6. To assist in theatre sessions when required.

UHNM supports the responsible use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to assist in preparing your supporting statement. However, we reserve the right to reject applications where AI has been used in a misleading manner, for example, by implying experience or understanding that the applicant does not possess or where its use is excessive or unfair. If AI has been used to support your application, you must declare this within your submission.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • MBBS or Equivalent
  • Full GMC Registration via the PLAB test or MTI route (AoMRC) or completed all parts (1, 2 & PACES) of the Federation of Royal College of Physicians MRCP (UK) examinations with IELTS (UKVI Academic) requirements of GMC if relevant and EPIC verification of qualifications for international doctors depending on primary medical qualifications

Desirable

  • Awards/Distinctions whilst studying for 1st Degree
  • Academic & extracurricular achievements ALS certification

Clinical Experience

Essential

  • Foundation competencies or equivalent for those with full GMC registration
  • More than 3 years experience in hospital based General Internal Medicine in the NHS or Equivalent

Desirable

  • Presented evidence of experience to date supported by references
  • Attainment of the UK Foundation Programme or an equivalent level of experience

Skills

Essential

  • Proven ability to work as a member of a team is prudent and the ability to organise and prioritise busy workloads effectively and cope under pressure is crucial
  • Ability to communicate effectively with patients, medical staff and other healthcare professionals is vital
  • Proficient handling of medical problems with evidence of safe & sound practical procedures

Personal Characteristics

Essential

  • Evidence of continuing professional updating
  • Highly motivated individual
  • Demonstrates a clear reason for wanting this post
  • Commitment to pursuing a career in general medicine or related specialities

Desirable

  • Certificate of Good Standing from current medical council and reference from institutional email ID or referees
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • MBBS or Equivalent
  • Full GMC Registration via the PLAB test or MTI route (AoMRC) or completed all parts (1, 2 & PACES) of the Federation of Royal College of Physicians MRCP (UK) examinations with IELTS (UKVI Academic) requirements of GMC if relevant and EPIC verification of qualifications for international doctors depending on primary medical qualifications

Desirable

  • Awards/Distinctions whilst studying for 1st Degree
  • Academic & extracurricular achievements ALS certification

Clinical Experience

Essential

  • Foundation competencies or equivalent for those with full GMC registration
  • More than 3 years experience in hospital based General Internal Medicine in the NHS or Equivalent

Desirable

  • Presented evidence of experience to date supported by references
  • Attainment of the UK Foundation Programme or an equivalent level of experience

Skills

Essential

  • Proven ability to work as a member of a team is prudent and the ability to organise and prioritise busy workloads effectively and cope under pressure is crucial
  • Ability to communicate effectively with patients, medical staff and other healthcare professionals is vital
  • Proficient handling of medical problems with evidence of safe & sound practical procedures

Personal Characteristics

Essential

  • Evidence of continuing professional updating
  • Highly motivated individual
  • Demonstrates a clear reason for wanting this post
  • Commitment to pursuing a career in general medicine or related specialities

Desirable

  • Certificate of Good Standing from current medical council and reference from institutional email ID or referees

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

University Hospital of North Midlands NHS Trust

Address

Royal Stoke University Hospital / County Hospital

Newcastle Road

Stoke-on-Trent

ST4 6QG


Employer's website

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


Employer details

Employer name

University Hospital of North Midlands NHS Trust

Address

Royal Stoke University Hospital / County Hospital

Newcastle Road

Stoke-on-Trent

ST4 6QG


Employer's website

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


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Consultant Upper GI & HPB Surgeon

Tejinderjit Athwal

tejinderjit.athwal@uhnm.nhs.uk

Details

Date posted

12 August 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£65,048 a year per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

205-7343594

Job locations

Royal Stoke University Hospital / County Hospital

Newcastle Road

Stoke-on-Trent

ST4 6QG


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