Job summary
This fixed term 12 months post is for a Consultant in Emergency General Surgery (EGS) with interest in Colorectal surgery. The post is based in the Colorectal Directorate of University Hospital Tees.
The non-elective / emergency work which is the predominant component of this post is undertaken at James Cook University Hospital (JCUH), Middlesbrough which is a busy Major Trauma Centre. The elective Colorectal and General surgical workload is undertaken at both JCUH Middlesbrough, and Friarage Hospital Northallerton, to serve the local populations.
Please note we are anticipating that the interview Date will be 09th February 2026
Main duties of the job
The non-elective workload at JCUH is shared by Colorectal and Upper GI Consultants, working under respective Directorates.
The rota is 1 : 16 with paired Colorectal and Upper GI Consultants - one of them is oncall for 24 hours and the other one provides Sub-Specialty support between 8 AM - 6 PM. The successful candidate shall be doing the oncalls of one Colorectal slot and one Upper GI slot to fill in vacancy and sickness. The oncall rota pattern is available on request.
The Colorectal team delivers EGS and Emergency Colorectal surgery. The Upper GI team are responsible for delivering EGS and Emergency Upper GI Surgery including Hot Gallbladder procedures. Mentoring and support shall be available to otherwise suitable candidate lacking Hot Gallbladder operative experience.
The consultant takes responsibility for patients admitted under their care and provide cover for colleagues' patients as per the need. The EGS oncall team comprises of 5 residents in the daytime and 3 residents at night time. There is access to around the clock Emergency theatre, and 4 dedicated sessions of EGS list per week. The EGS service is supported by well-staffed Same Day Emergency Care (SDEC) unit and Hot Clinics.
About us
In addition, Cross site working at our Group structure partner (University Hospital of North Tess & Hartlepool) may be required as both Trusts are part of University Hospital Tees.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the full job description and person specification document(s) for main responsibilities of the role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the full job description and person specification document(s) for main responsibilities of the role.
Person Specification
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Ability to offer expert clinical opinion on a range of problems in general and Colorectal surgery
- Ability to take full and independent responsibility for clinical care of patients
- Advanced laparoscopic skills
Desirable
- Clinical training and experience equivalent to the requirements for obtaining UK CCT in General Surgery
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- FRCS or equivalent
- Full registration with GMC
Desirable
- Inclusion on the GMC Specialist Register or within six months of expected date of CCT/ CESR
- Higher surgical degree (MD/MS/PhD)
- Management training
Experience
Essential
- Relevant experience in any declared specialist interest pertinent to the post
- Evidence of clinical audit
Desirable
- Success in obtaining funding for research
- Evidence of research or innovative service developments
Person Specification
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Ability to offer expert clinical opinion on a range of problems in general and Colorectal surgery
- Ability to take full and independent responsibility for clinical care of patients
- Advanced laparoscopic skills
Desirable
- Clinical training and experience equivalent to the requirements for obtaining UK CCT in General Surgery
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- FRCS or equivalent
- Full registration with GMC
Desirable
- Inclusion on the GMC Specialist Register or within six months of expected date of CCT/ CESR
- Higher surgical degree (MD/MS/PhD)
- Management training
Experience
Essential
- Relevant experience in any declared specialist interest pertinent to the post
- Evidence of clinical audit
Desirable
- Success in obtaining funding for research
- Evidence of research or innovative service developments
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).
