Job summary
UHBW invites applications for a senior Thoracic Surgery Fellow to join our high-volume, minimally invasive thoracic service based at the Bristol Royal Infirmary. This post is designed for surgeons who have completed specialist certification in cardiothoracic surgery (UK CCT or international equivalent) and who wish to undertake further focused training in complex thoracic procedures within a centre recognised for its VATS programme, enhanced recovery pathways, and multidisciplinary oncology network.
This 6-month Fellowship offers extensive operative exposure to major thoracic surgery, including VATS lobectomy and segmentectomy, complex lung cancer resections, airway and pleural surgery, and benign thoracic pathology. The Fellow will also have access to robotic thoracic surgery, with opportunities to participate in and develop experience on the robotic platform as part of the unit's minimally invasive programme.
Main duties of the job
The Fellowship offers extensive operative exposure to major thoracic surgery, including VATS lobectomy and segmentectomy, complex lung cancer resections, airway and pleural surgery, and benign thoracic pathology. The Fellow will also have access to robotic thoracic surgery, with opportunities to participate in and develop experience on the robotic platform as part of the unit's minimally invasive programme.
Fellows are expected to participate actively in MDTs, clinics , perioperative care, service development and governance.
Candidates must have at least 2 year full-time equivalent dedicated thoracic surgery training in a recognised unit, with demonstrable hands-on experience in minimally invasive thoracic techniques. The post is not suitable for applicants whose background is primarily general surgery, cardiac-only practice, or below registrar level.
The successful candidate will contribute to audit, research and quality improvement, and will be encouraged to develop a portfolio of work suitable for publication or presentation. Teaching of junior trainees and medical students is an integral part of the role.
The Trust welcomes applications from UK and international candidates and is able to offer visa sponsorship where required.
This Fellowship provides an excellent opportunity for an ambitious surgeon seeking high-quality, advanced training within a forward-looking UK thoracic surgery service, with access to both VATS and robotic platforms.
About us
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as 'Good' overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward-thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact.
Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them.
Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached job description for a more detailed overview of the main responsibilities of the role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached job description for a more detailed overview of the main responsibilities of the role.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- MBChB or equivalent.
- MRCS or equivalent.
- Holds current GMC registration with a licence to practice.
Desirable
- Higher degree, or peer-reviewed publications relevant to thoracic surgery.
- FRCS(CTh) or equivalent.
- Enrolled on a recognised training scheme leading to the award of the UK CCT in cardiothoracic surgery or equivalent.
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Ability to organise and prioritise workload
- Good communication skills
- Ability to manage time, take initiative and set own goals.
- Ability to work effectively within MDT environment
- Flexibility
- Ability to gain confidence of both staff and patients
- oWilling to undertake additional clinical duties when necessary, including cover for colleagues on leave
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Minimum 2 years full-time equivalent dedicated Thoracic Surgery training.
- Experience and understanding of audit, governance, and research processes.
- Knowledge of clinical and basic sciences relevant to Thoracic Surgery
- Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP)
- Able to assess, resuscitate and stabilise acutely sick patients.
Additional and Aptitudes
Essential
- IT skills on all Microsoft packages
- Fluent English speaker
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- MBChB or equivalent.
- MRCS or equivalent.
- Holds current GMC registration with a licence to practice.
Desirable
- Higher degree, or peer-reviewed publications relevant to thoracic surgery.
- FRCS(CTh) or equivalent.
- Enrolled on a recognised training scheme leading to the award of the UK CCT in cardiothoracic surgery or equivalent.
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Ability to organise and prioritise workload
- Good communication skills
- Ability to manage time, take initiative and set own goals.
- Ability to work effectively within MDT environment
- Flexibility
- Ability to gain confidence of both staff and patients
- oWilling to undertake additional clinical duties when necessary, including cover for colleagues on leave
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Minimum 2 years full-time equivalent dedicated Thoracic Surgery training.
- Experience and understanding of audit, governance, and research processes.
- Knowledge of clinical and basic sciences relevant to Thoracic Surgery
- Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP)
- Able to assess, resuscitate and stabilise acutely sick patients.
Additional and Aptitudes
Essential
- IT skills on all Microsoft packages
- Fluent English speaker
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 Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW)
Address
Bristol Royal Infirmary
Upper Maudlin St
Bristol
BS2 8HW
Employer's website
https://www.uhbw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
