Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Substantive
Consultant Urologist in Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust and Urology area
network with Barnsley Foundation Trust. This is from the expansion of services
provided across both Trusts.
The post represent an exciting opportunity
to join a group of Consultant Urologists in providing state of the art
urological services to a population approaching 1 million. In a year the Urology department will see 27,500
outpatients and undertake 7,700 elective and 4000 non-elective procedures. The
philosophy of the department is based on the active promotion of
sub-specialisation whilst supporting the needs of general urology in the
context of a large district general hospital. The present post holders have a
strong track record in terms of research, teaching and remain committed to
maintaining the high standards that underpin the excellent reputation of the
urology department. The department has a track record in innovation and change
in practice recognised by GIRFT as in the top tier of urological centres
nationally. We have an established robotic service with plans to expand this
further, across our sites. We currently have two Da vinci systems on two sites,
with plans to expand these further. There are urology investigation units on
all four sites.
It is anticipated that the successful
candidate will have a major interest in Robotic Pelvic Surgery and bladder
surgery.
Main duties of the job
Sub-specialist roles in the robotic and endourological
management of pelvic cancers would be ideal initially, however as a department
we offer the full range of sub-specialty practice, therefore we may be able to
accommodate alternative interests in time. We have a longstanding history in
mentorship and will support the development of this pelvic cancer surgical role
if the applicant so requests.
Urgent and Emergency Care duties including out-of-hours
on-call for adults and children; schedules will take account of the provisions
of working time regulations and safe working
Out of hours
on-call duties are currently shared with 10 other colleagues on a 1:13 basis
{Monday to Thursday and the following Friday to Sunday}. 2.0 PAs are given for
acute activity which includes an allocation for overnight on calls shared
between 12 people.
Supporting Professional Activities in accordance with the
Trust Framework, with at least a
minimum of 1.5 SPAs included in the core 10PA timetable. Additional SPA or DCC
time may be commissioned in line with the skills of the successful candidate
and changing requirements of the service.
Examples
may include formal reaching responsibilities or departmental leadership roles
About us
We are an acute trust caring for over half a million people in Wakefield and Kirklees. Our 10,000 staff work in patients homes, the community, and our three hospitals in Pontefract, Dewsbury, and Pinderfields (Wakefield). We prioritise our people and values so we can deliver the best possible care to patients. Our team is friendly, passionate, and innovative, always seeking better ways to work.
We support work-life balance and foster a diverse, inclusive environment where everyone belongs. Our staff networks offer safe spaces to share ideas and concerns so we can increase awareness and appreciation of equality, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and especially encourage members of the LGBTQ+ community, ethnic minority groups, and people with disabilities or neurodivergence to apply, as they are currently underrepresented in the Trust.
If you value caring, high standards, improvement, and respect, join the MY team to make a difference every day.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Substantive
Consultant Urologist in Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust and Urology area
network with Barnsley Foundation Trust. This is from the expansion of services
provided across both Trusts.
The post represent an exciting opportunity
to join a group of Consultant Urologists in providing state of the art
urological services to a population approaching 1 million. In a year the Urology department will see 27,500
outpatients and undertake 7,700 elective and 4000 non-elective procedures. The
philosophy of the department is based on the active promotion of
sub-specialisation whilst supporting the needs of general urology in the
context of a large district general hospital. The present post holders have a
strong track record in terms of research, teaching and remain committed to
maintaining the high standards that underpin the excellent reputation of the
urology department. The department has a track record in innovation and change
in practice recognised by GIRFT as in the top tier of urological centres
nationally. We have an established robotic service with plans to expand this
further, across our sites. We currently have two Da vinci systems on two sites,
with plans to expand these further. There are urology investigation units on
all four sites.
It is anticipated that the successful
candidate will have a major interest in Robotic Pelvic Surgery and bladder
surgery.
The successful applicant will work alongside
Mr Dooldeniya and Mr Turo, who currently provide the minimally invasive urological
pelvic cancer service.
THE
DEPARTMENT
Departmental facilities are excellent. While major elective and emergency urological
surgery is carried out in Pinderfields Hospital, outpatient work, day case
surgery and urological investigations sessions are run on all of the UAN hospital
sites. Urological investigations units
are present on all four hospital sites and provide a focus for the diagnostic
investigations and ambulatory treatments that patients may require. In patient care is provided through a 34
bedded urology ward at Pinderfields. Ward 14 at Dewsbury District Hospital and ward
36 at Barnsley Foundation Trust also enable inpatient stays for patients having
less complex urological procedures. We have provision for day case and 23 hour
stay on all sites.
The Department of Urology has been
designated as a cancer team for major pelvic and upper tract cancer surgery
within the regions Cancer Network.
Cancer team designation has allowed development of the uro-oncology
service. The oncology service is supported by a team of specialist nurses, MDT
and cancer-tracking administrative support and a departmental research team who
have an excellent track record of supporting recruitment into clinical trials.
The provision of advanced endourology, 3D
laparoscopic surgery and robotic surgery is well established for both benign
and malignant conditions affecting the upper and lower urinary tract. We have
purchased a second Intuitive Da Vinci system and have installed it on the
Dewsbury site. This is with plans to increase use at this site with expansion
of the urological procedures to be offered robotically.
The functional service
is supported by a tech led urodynamics service at both Trusts, as well as plans
to expand the role of a nurse led review service to help bolster the nationally
recognised spinal injuries service.
There is a regional run MDT for discussion of complex cases. and a close
working relationship with gynaecological colleagues.
The care of patients who are admitted
acutely under urology is carried out with a high level of consultant
input. The on-call consultant is free of
routine duties and is able to concentrate their efforts on looking after
patients who have been admitted acutely, running a rapid access (Hot) clinic,
undertaking acute operating and training junior staff. We have had excellent
GMC feedback based on the training culture that has been long established
within the department
The Getting it Right First time (GIRFT)
national report on urology has recommended the establishment of urology area
networks to optimise quality and efficiency. Towards this aim, the urology
department at Pinderfields has for the last 5 years successfully supported the
service at Barnsley Hospital Foundation Trust and provides a tertiary referral
service for specialist work. This has created a Urology Area Network.
Urological services are provided within the
context of a multi-disciplinary team.
There is excellent medical support from colleagues in Anaesthetics, Colo-rectal
Surgery, Critical Care, Oncology, Palliative Care, Pathology, Radiology and Rehabilitation
medicine.
It is well-recognised that applicants are
unlikely to possess sufficient experience in this specialised field to enable
them to take on the role without some assistance. There is therefore a commitment to provide
the successful applicant with a package of support that will facilitate a
smooth transition into this consultant role. This includes surgical mentorship
for complex procedures (both open, laparoscopic or robotic dependent on the
candidates experience). Applicants are
invited to discuss transitional arrangements with the consultant team at an
early stage. Our priority is to appoint individuals who have the ability and
attributes that will enable them to develop into an expert in this field with
appropriate support and drive changes within the department as newer techniques
evolve in their chosen field. We have an excellent track record in innovation
and change.
Were proud that our workforce - our greatest asset - strives for
excellence every day in providing care and support to thousands of people
living across Wakefield and North Kirklees and Barnsley. Mid-Yorkshire
celebrates excellence and innovation. We have modern, state-of-the-art
facilities and provide first class learning and development opportunities.
Mid-Yorks is transforming, grounded in our values to care and improve,
respecting our patients, our community, and our staff, to deliver the highest
standards of care.
If you are a dynamic, innovative and forward-thinking clinician with a
passion for your profession and an enthusiasm to be part of a Trust striving to
be the best, get in touch to see what a career at Mid-Yorkshire could be like
for you.
We have a track record of supporting non-training appointees through the
CESR/portfolio route and will be happy to support candidates that are approaching
the end of this journey.
Job description
Job responsibilities
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Substantive
Consultant Urologist in Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust and Urology area
network with Barnsley Foundation Trust. This is from the expansion of services
provided across both Trusts.
The post represent an exciting opportunity
to join a group of Consultant Urologists in providing state of the art
urological services to a population approaching 1 million. In a year the Urology department will see 27,500
outpatients and undertake 7,700 elective and 4000 non-elective procedures. The
philosophy of the department is based on the active promotion of
sub-specialisation whilst supporting the needs of general urology in the
context of a large district general hospital. The present post holders have a
strong track record in terms of research, teaching and remain committed to
maintaining the high standards that underpin the excellent reputation of the
urology department. The department has a track record in innovation and change
in practice recognised by GIRFT as in the top tier of urological centres
nationally. We have an established robotic service with plans to expand this
further, across our sites. We currently have two Da vinci systems on two sites,
with plans to expand these further. There are urology investigation units on
all four sites.
It is anticipated that the successful
candidate will have a major interest in Robotic Pelvic Surgery and bladder
surgery.
The successful applicant will work alongside
Mr Dooldeniya and Mr Turo, who currently provide the minimally invasive urological
pelvic cancer service.
THE
DEPARTMENT
Departmental facilities are excellent. While major elective and emergency urological
surgery is carried out in Pinderfields Hospital, outpatient work, day case
surgery and urological investigations sessions are run on all of the UAN hospital
sites. Urological investigations units
are present on all four hospital sites and provide a focus for the diagnostic
investigations and ambulatory treatments that patients may require. In patient care is provided through a 34
bedded urology ward at Pinderfields. Ward 14 at Dewsbury District Hospital and ward
36 at Barnsley Foundation Trust also enable inpatient stays for patients having
less complex urological procedures. We have provision for day case and 23 hour
stay on all sites.
The Department of Urology has been
designated as a cancer team for major pelvic and upper tract cancer surgery
within the regions Cancer Network.
Cancer team designation has allowed development of the uro-oncology
service. The oncology service is supported by a team of specialist nurses, MDT
and cancer-tracking administrative support and a departmental research team who
have an excellent track record of supporting recruitment into clinical trials.
The provision of advanced endourology, 3D
laparoscopic surgery and robotic surgery is well established for both benign
and malignant conditions affecting the upper and lower urinary tract. We have
purchased a second Intuitive Da Vinci system and have installed it on the
Dewsbury site. This is with plans to increase use at this site with expansion
of the urological procedures to be offered robotically.
The functional service
is supported by a tech led urodynamics service at both Trusts, as well as plans
to expand the role of a nurse led review service to help bolster the nationally
recognised spinal injuries service.
There is a regional run MDT for discussion of complex cases. and a close
working relationship with gynaecological colleagues.
The care of patients who are admitted
acutely under urology is carried out with a high level of consultant
input. The on-call consultant is free of
routine duties and is able to concentrate their efforts on looking after
patients who have been admitted acutely, running a rapid access (Hot) clinic,
undertaking acute operating and training junior staff. We have had excellent
GMC feedback based on the training culture that has been long established
within the department
The Getting it Right First time (GIRFT)
national report on urology has recommended the establishment of urology area
networks to optimise quality and efficiency. Towards this aim, the urology
department at Pinderfields has for the last 5 years successfully supported the
service at Barnsley Hospital Foundation Trust and provides a tertiary referral
service for specialist work. This has created a Urology Area Network.
Urological services are provided within the
context of a multi-disciplinary team.
There is excellent medical support from colleagues in Anaesthetics, Colo-rectal
Surgery, Critical Care, Oncology, Palliative Care, Pathology, Radiology and Rehabilitation
medicine.
It is well-recognised that applicants are
unlikely to possess sufficient experience in this specialised field to enable
them to take on the role without some assistance. There is therefore a commitment to provide
the successful applicant with a package of support that will facilitate a
smooth transition into this consultant role. This includes surgical mentorship
for complex procedures (both open, laparoscopic or robotic dependent on the
candidates experience). Applicants are
invited to discuss transitional arrangements with the consultant team at an
early stage. Our priority is to appoint individuals who have the ability and
attributes that will enable them to develop into an expert in this field with
appropriate support and drive changes within the department as newer techniques
evolve in their chosen field. We have an excellent track record in innovation
and change.
Were proud that our workforce - our greatest asset - strives for
excellence every day in providing care and support to thousands of people
living across Wakefield and North Kirklees and Barnsley. Mid-Yorkshire
celebrates excellence and innovation. We have modern, state-of-the-art
facilities and provide first class learning and development opportunities.
Mid-Yorks is transforming, grounded in our values to care and improve,
respecting our patients, our community, and our staff, to deliver the highest
standards of care.
If you are a dynamic, innovative and forward-thinking clinician with a
passion for your profession and an enthusiasm to be part of a Trust striving to
be the best, get in touch to see what a career at Mid-Yorkshire could be like
for you.
We have a track record of supporting non-training appointees through the
CESR/portfolio route and will be happy to support candidates that are approaching
the end of this journey.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Sufficient experience at senior level to be placed on the specialist register
- Wide experience in general urology
Desirable
- Computer literate
- Specific educational interests and evidence of educational ideas or project work.
- Broad experience in a laparoscopic / robotic experience in pelvic cancer
- Laparoscopic/robotic fellowship experience
- Broad urology experience e.g. TURBTs
Qualifications
Essential
- Medical Degree from recognised medical school
- FRCS or equivalent
Desirable
- Higher qualifications e.g. MD/PhD or Equivalent
- Medical School Prizes
- Audit or Case Presentations
- Teaching qualification/prize
GMC Registration
Essential
- Please state full GMC number.
- Full GMC Registration with licence to practise
- Inclusion on the GMC Specialist Register for Urology or within 6 months of obtaining CCT (or CESR / equivalent)
Management Skills
Essential
- Demonstrates intelligent and analytical approach to problem solving.
- Good time management.
Desirable
- Possess good organisational and personal management skills
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Sufficient experience at senior level to be placed on the specialist register
- Wide experience in general urology
Desirable
- Computer literate
- Specific educational interests and evidence of educational ideas or project work.
- Broad experience in a laparoscopic / robotic experience in pelvic cancer
- Laparoscopic/robotic fellowship experience
- Broad urology experience e.g. TURBTs
Qualifications
Essential
- Medical Degree from recognised medical school
- FRCS or equivalent
Desirable
- Higher qualifications e.g. MD/PhD or Equivalent
- Medical School Prizes
- Audit or Case Presentations
- Teaching qualification/prize
GMC Registration
Essential
- Please state full GMC number.
- Full GMC Registration with licence to practise
- Inclusion on the GMC Specialist Register for Urology or within 6 months of obtaining CCT (or CESR / equivalent)
Management Skills
Essential
- Demonstrates intelligent and analytical approach to problem solving.
- Good time management.
Desirable
- Possess good organisational and personal management skills
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).
