Job summary
The post holder will complement existing services through the provision of specialist knowledge & expertise in General and Colorectal Surgery. The post holder will therefore be required to have full registration with the General Medical Council & a valid licence to practice. The postholder will have completed postgraduate training and been awarded a Certificate of Completion of Training or its equivalent in General Surgery, or shall have equivalent experience and competencies. Having additional experience or qualifications in Gynaecology (e.g., BAO) would be advantageous.
The successful candidate will work within the Colorectal Department at Manchester Royal Infirmary. The purpose of the post is to give the post holder enhanced experience in complex laparoscopic / robotic colorectal procedures (colorectal cancer, pelvic floor), along with a focus on supporting colleagues in Gynaecology. There will be regular operating lists and multi-disciplinary team meetings with the BSGE accredited endometriosis service and NHS England specialised service for mesh complications, based in St Mary's Hospital.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be expected to have excellent communication skills and will interact with nursing staff, medical staff from other specialities and allied health professionals, in addition to other members of the medical and managerial team. Both written and verbal communication will be expected to meet these high standards.
The post holder will be required to work in partnership with colleagues of all disciplines, external links to the Trust and service users, to ensure the creation of a quality service. The post holder will be expected to commit to shared goals in the department by building effective teams and partnerships and valuing the roles and contributions of others.
About us
MFT is one of the largest NHS Trust In England with a turnover of £2.8bn & is on a different scale than most other NHS Trusts. We're creating an exceptional integrated health & social care system for the 1 million patients who rely on our services every year.
Bringing together 10 hospitals & community services from across Manchester, Trafford & beyond, we champion collaborative working & transformation, encouraging our 28,000 workforce to pursue their most ambitious goals. We set standards that other Trusts seek to emulate so you'll benefit from a scale of opportunity that is nothing short of extraordinary.
We've also created a digitally enabled organisation to improve clinical quality, patient & staff experience, operational effectiveness & driving research, and innovation through the introduction of Hive; our Electronic Patient Record system which launched in September 2022.
We're proud to be a major academic Research Centre & Education provider, providing you with a robust infrastructure to encourage and facilitate high-quality research programmes. What's more, we're excited to be embarking on our Green Plan which sets out how MFT continues to play its part in making healthcare more sustainable.
At MFT, we create and foster a culture of inclusion and belonging, provide equal opportunities for career development that are fair, open, and transparent, protecting your health and wellbeing and shaping the future of our organisation together.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guide that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.
Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity, and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, email our team at resourcing@mft.nhs.uk.
Were looking forward to hearing from you!
Job description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guide that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.
Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity, and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, email our team at resourcing@mft.nhs.uk.
Were looking forward to hearing from you!
Person Specification
Education / Qualifications
Essential
- Primary medical qualification (e.g., MBChB)
- Certificate of Completion of Training in General Surgery / Colorectal, CCT, or equivalent
- Further additional qualification
Desirable
- Attainment or working toward MSc / MD / PHD or equivalent
- Adult life support provider (ALS / ATLS)
- Bachelor of Obstetrics & Gynaecology (BAO)
Skills / Knowledge / Experience
Essential
- Relevant speciality clinical knowledge & training, as per Royal College of Surgeons
- Research Skills: Demonstrates understanding of the basic principles of research
- Experience of active involvement in Audit (clear description, outcomes & appropriate experience for level of application)
Desirable
- Clinical: Interest / experience in Endometriosis Surgery, Pelvic Floor / Mesh Surgery.
- Research / Publications: Evidence of relevant peer reviewed papers and other publications (e.g., book chapter, book editor, case report)
- Presentations: Oral or poster at international, national or regional meetings
- Management: Relevant contribution to management within General Surgery (e.g., rotas, committees etc.)
- Teaching: Formal training (e.g., courses, PG certificate, etc.) and evidenced experience
Communication
Essential
- Is empathetic and sensitive to patients' needs Able to explain things clearly - particularly complex or sensitive information
- Is able to influence and persuade effectively
- All applicants to have demonstrable skills in written and spoken English that are adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues
- Demonstrate skills in listening, reading, writing and speaking in English that enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues, as set out in the GMC's Good Medical Practice (2024).
- Excellent written & verbal communication skills in order to be able to write & present reports at board level.
Other
Essential
- Satisfactory Work Health Assessment
- Capacity to take responsibility for own actions and demonstrate a non-judgemental approach towards others.
- Displays honesty, integrity, awareness of confidentiality & ethical issues.
Person Specification
Education / Qualifications
Essential
- Primary medical qualification (e.g., MBChB)
- Certificate of Completion of Training in General Surgery / Colorectal, CCT, or equivalent
- Further additional qualification
Desirable
- Attainment or working toward MSc / MD / PHD or equivalent
- Adult life support provider (ALS / ATLS)
- Bachelor of Obstetrics & Gynaecology (BAO)
Skills / Knowledge / Experience
Essential
- Relevant speciality clinical knowledge & training, as per Royal College of Surgeons
- Research Skills: Demonstrates understanding of the basic principles of research
- Experience of active involvement in Audit (clear description, outcomes & appropriate experience for level of application)
Desirable
- Clinical: Interest / experience in Endometriosis Surgery, Pelvic Floor / Mesh Surgery.
- Research / Publications: Evidence of relevant peer reviewed papers and other publications (e.g., book chapter, book editor, case report)
- Presentations: Oral or poster at international, national or regional meetings
- Management: Relevant contribution to management within General Surgery (e.g., rotas, committees etc.)
- Teaching: Formal training (e.g., courses, PG certificate, etc.) and evidenced experience
Communication
Essential
- Is empathetic and sensitive to patients' needs Able to explain things clearly - particularly complex or sensitive information
- Is able to influence and persuade effectively
- All applicants to have demonstrable skills in written and spoken English that are adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues
- Demonstrate skills in listening, reading, writing and speaking in English that enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues, as set out in the GMC's Good Medical Practice (2024).
- Excellent written & verbal communication skills in order to be able to write & present reports at board level.
Other
Essential
- Satisfactory Work Health Assessment
- Capacity to take responsibility for own actions and demonstrate a non-judgemental approach towards others.
- Displays honesty, integrity, awareness of confidentiality & ethical issues.
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).
