Job summary
We are looking for a senior trainee or post CCT specialty surgeon to join our colorectal department for 6-12 months. The post is ideal for individuals who want to develop robotic surgery skills for cancer resection and those interested in gaining subspecialist experience in abdominal wall reconstruction (AWR), prior to undertaking a consultant post. Additionally, the role offers exposure to a stepwise learning curve, including the opportunity to acquire skills in robotic TAPP inguinal and ventral hernia repairs and learning the fundamentals of robotic TAR and parastomal hernia repairs. This structured approach ensures progressive learning and mastery of advanced techniques in abdominal wall reconstruction.
The applicant is expected to attend regular theatre sessions, including the robotic colorectal training program at UHCW (at least one robotic list per week), play an active role in subspeciality MDTs (AWR) and support peri-operative care of patients.
The successful candidate will be encouraged to publish and present at local and international meetings. There will be opportunity to gain observership experience at European centres depending on availability and interest. There will be preferential access to robotic simulator training modules and modular hands-on training for both benign and malignant condition
Main duties of the job
As part of our commitment to patients and delivery of a world class service for all we have created the UHCW Improvement (UHCWi) System in partnership with the Virginia Mason Institute in Seattle; this involves a structured approach to removing waste and putting the patient first using a lean management system and methodologies. Our culture and ways of working reflect and embed the practices and methodologies of UHCWi. You are expected, where identified, to attend and complete relevant training and development opportunities to support this. This may include Lean for Leaders, Advanced Lean Training, and the Human Factors Programme, amongst others. Full attendance and completion of identified courses is considered essential and a pre requisite for this post.
About us
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire (UHCW) NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.
We are extremely proud of our skilled employees across our hospital sites in Coventry and Rugby, with high quality patient care positioned at the heart of everything we do.
Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a national and international leader in healthcare.
By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities.
There has never been a better time to join our team.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The postholder will be expected to attend theatre/outpatient/endoscopy sessions, care for General Surgical patients admitted to the ward and gain subspecialist experience in IBD/AWR. There is a commitment to the acute general surgical rota at the level of registrar. There will be opportunity to undertake clinics and theatre sessions independently.
On call and emergency care:
The post holder will be part of 1:18 on call rota for emergency surgery and trauma care. UHCW is a level 1 trauma centre with tertiary referrals in emergency upper GI and HPB surgery from neighbouring hospitals. The successful applicant will therefore gain exposure to the management of trauma and emergency general surgery. As one of the Post-CCT Fellows for Colorectal Surgery you will take part in a 50% on-call slot
Teaching
UHCW is a teaching hospital affiliated with Warwick Medical School. The post holder will be expected to contribute to the teaching of medical students as well as junior medical and non-medical staff as part of their role.
Education and Research
We encourage the post holder to acquire broad experience of colorectal surgery. This will be achieved through supervised activities in outpatients, theatre, MDT meetings and the wards. One Consultant will be directly responsible for appraisal of progress and ensuring that training needs are met.
Participation in local research activities will be encouraged which include NIHR portfolio trials and if interested, there is opportunity to lead on clinical research projects in robotic surgery. There are regular departmental audit projects and we encourage the post holder to participate in clinical audit activity.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The postholder will be expected to attend theatre/outpatient/endoscopy sessions, care for General Surgical patients admitted to the ward and gain subspecialist experience in IBD/AWR. There is a commitment to the acute general surgical rota at the level of registrar. There will be opportunity to undertake clinics and theatre sessions independently.
On call and emergency care:
The post holder will be part of 1:18 on call rota for emergency surgery and trauma care. UHCW is a level 1 trauma centre with tertiary referrals in emergency upper GI and HPB surgery from neighbouring hospitals. The successful applicant will therefore gain exposure to the management of trauma and emergency general surgery. As one of the Post-CCT Fellows for Colorectal Surgery you will take part in a 50% on-call slot
Teaching
UHCW is a teaching hospital affiliated with Warwick Medical School. The post holder will be expected to contribute to the teaching of medical students as well as junior medical and non-medical staff as part of their role.
Education and Research
We encourage the post holder to acquire broad experience of colorectal surgery. This will be achieved through supervised activities in outpatients, theatre, MDT meetings and the wards. One Consultant will be directly responsible for appraisal of progress and ensuring that training needs are met.
Participation in local research activities will be encouraged which include NIHR portfolio trials and if interested, there is opportunity to lead on clinical research projects in robotic surgery. There are regular departmental audit projects and we encourage the post holder to participate in clinical audit activity.
Person Specification
Qualification /Training
Essential
- Meets all Essential Criteria
Desirable
- Meets all Desirable Level
Experience
Essential
- Meets all Essential Criteria
Desirable
- Meets all Desirable Level
Knowledge
Essential
- Meets all Essential Criteria
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Meets all Essential Criteria
Desirable
- Meets all Desirable Level
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Meets all Essential Criteria
Person Specification
Qualification /Training
Essential
- Meets all Essential Criteria
Desirable
- Meets all Desirable Level
Experience
Essential
- Meets all Essential Criteria
Desirable
- Meets all Desirable Level
Knowledge
Essential
- Meets all Essential Criteria
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Meets all Essential Criteria
Desirable
- Meets all Desirable Level
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Meets all Essential Criteria
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).
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust
Address
University Hospital Coventry and Warwickshire
Clifford Bridge Road
Coventry
CV2 2DX
Employer's website
https://www.jobsatuhcw.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)
