Job summary
We are advertising for a Consultant in General Surgery - with Interest in Colorectal Surgery, 10PA's to provide clinical care for patients referred to Colorectal and General Surgery at Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust and other related activities to ensure a high standard of service and education. To contribute to the development, compliance and professional requirements of Trust priorities and policies.
Main duties of the job
We are seeking to appoint a substantive Colorectal and General Surgeon with a sub-speciality interest in Inflammatory Bowel Disease, proctology and to support the national bowel screening service.
The appointee would be expected to be proficient in laparoscopic colorectal surgery. This is an expansion of the team, and the appointee will contribute to the emergency general surgery service, 1:8 weekdays and on a 1:11 weekends rota.
The new appointee will be expected to assist in the development and provision of the core colorectal and general services at Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust, contributing to the activity of the department and taking on other roles and responsibilities as required.
About us
We are committed to being an inclusive and diverse employer. We strive to employ people who reflect the communities we serve, and aim to create an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential. Whatever your race, ethnicity, belief, generation, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, disability or experience, you'll appreciate the opportunities we give you to work in an inclusive atmosphere. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences to build on the progress we've achieved to make our Trust diverse and the best place to work. We celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that help us overcome challenges and embrace new possibilities.
If you are considering applying for a role, please be aware that as an NHS Employee you may have contact with vulnerable service users. Due to the government regulations for mandatory vaccinations for COVID-19 for NHS employees, it has been necessary to take significant steps to protect the health and safety of our staff and our patients. In order to comply with our duty of care, we require all of our staff to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Your vaccination status will be a condition of your employment and evidence of vaccination will be obtained during the recruitment process, unless you are medically exempt
Job description
Job responsibilities
This is a new 10PAs Consultant General Surgeon post to support the increasing workload in the department and sub-specialisation in lower GI and endoscopic procedures. The successful candidate must be on the Specialist Registrar with the GMC or be within six months of obtaining CCST. We offer a comprehensive range of treatment both on the elective and the acute side for our local and expanding population.
The General Surgery department enjoys a close relationship with our surgical and medical colleagues, a particular feature is the active review of surgical admissions by our Elderly Care Physician on a daily basis, the POPs team which is part of the surgical establishment. The Directorate works closely in conjunction with the Trust Accident & Emergency department to review complicated conditions and provide advice when required. We also run SAU unit to assist with early discharges as well as review some patients with surgical conditions to offload our busy A&E dept.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This is a new 10PAs Consultant General Surgeon post to support the increasing workload in the department and sub-specialisation in lower GI and endoscopic procedures. The successful candidate must be on the Specialist Registrar with the GMC or be within six months of obtaining CCST. We offer a comprehensive range of treatment both on the elective and the acute side for our local and expanding population.
The General Surgery department enjoys a close relationship with our surgical and medical colleagues, a particular feature is the active review of surgical admissions by our Elderly Care Physician on a daily basis, the POPs team which is part of the surgical establishment. The Directorate works closely in conjunction with the Trust Accident & Emergency department to review complicated conditions and provide advice when required. We also run SAU unit to assist with early discharges as well as review some patients with surgical conditions to offload our busy A&E dept.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registerable medical qualification, MRCS/FRCS Orthopaedic
- GMC registration
- oEntry on the GMC Specialist Register via oCCT or CESR (CP) - proposed CCT/CESR (CP) date must be within 6 months of interview oCESR or oEuropean Community Rights
Desirable
Training and experience
Essential
- oWide experience in all aspects of colorectal field
- oEmergency surgery experience
- oAdvanced Endoscopic procedures
Desirable
- oNational Bowel screening accreditation
Audit
Essential
- Understanding of principles of clinical audit
- Evidence of previous audit
Administration
Essential
- Experience in working in a Surgical Unit
Desirable
- Familiar with the NHS structure and new directives/targets
Management
Essential
- Leadership and Budgetary skills. Good interpersonal relationship
Desirable
- Previous management experience, Courses.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registerable medical qualification, MRCS/FRCS Orthopaedic
- GMC registration
- oEntry on the GMC Specialist Register via oCCT or CESR (CP) - proposed CCT/CESR (CP) date must be within 6 months of interview oCESR or oEuropean Community Rights
Desirable
Training and experience
Essential
- oWide experience in all aspects of colorectal field
- oEmergency surgery experience
- oAdvanced Endoscopic procedures
Desirable
- oNational Bowel screening accreditation
Audit
Essential
- Understanding of principles of clinical audit
- Evidence of previous audit
Administration
Essential
- Experience in working in a Surgical Unit
Desirable
- Familiar with the NHS structure and new directives/targets
Management
Essential
- Leadership and Budgetary skills. Good interpersonal relationship
Desirable
- Previous management experience, Courses.
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).
