Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic and enthusiastic General Surgery Locum Consultant with a specialist interest in Emergency General Surgery.
We are seeking an individual who is passionate about delivering high-quality care and committed to shaping the future of our Emergency General Surgery and Surgical Ambulatory Care services.
The successful applicant will join our friendly and forward-thinking General Surgery Department within the Surgery and Cancer Division at Leighton Hospital, Crewe. You will play a key role in driving positive service development, supporting clinical excellence, and contributing to an improving patient experience.
This post is offered as an 8PA locum consultant role, for a fixed term of 12 months.
Main duties of the job
This is a 12 month locum post providing an exciting opportunity to actively develop a Surgical Ambulatory Care Unit (SACU) service. The SACU is already established in its own dedicated area, however, we have funding for this post to progress and develop this essential service in support of providing the best care for our patients. The candidate will need to be dynamic and enthusiastic to drive forward this positive development.
Alongside SACU service delivery and development the post will also include some general surgical outpatient clinics and elective operating sessions. The post holder will join a team of Consultants with interests in Colorectal Surgery, Upper GI Surgery, Emergency General Surgery, General Surgery and Breast Surgery.
About us
Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides comprehensive hospital and community services for East Cheshire (population 399K) and West Cheshire and Chester (population 357K). Our services include planned and unplanned/emergency care, cardiac and critical care, child health, maternity, and intermediate care across Leighton Hospital in Crewe, Victoria Infirmary in Northwich, and Elmhurst Intermediate Care Centre in Winsford.
Through our community arm, Central Cheshire Integrated Care Partnership, we deliver extensive services in 26 medical centres and schools in collaboration with Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS FT and the South Cheshire and Vale Royal GP Alliance. With 500 beds and around 5,500 staff, we are one of the area's largest employers.
Since the formation of Integrated Care Systems in July 2022, the Trust has become a key partner in Cheshire East & Cheshire West and Chester and in two provider collaboratives, aligning our strategic goals with the Cheshire & Merseyside Integrated Care System.
As part of the national New Hospital Programme, we're reimagining Leighton Hospital to create a new health and care neighbourhood, transforming healthcare delivery for a Healthier Future. Learn more on our Healthier Futures website.
At Mid Cheshire, our mission is to inspire hope and provide unparalleled care for the people and communities of Cheshire, helping them to enjoy life to the fullest.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical duties include SACU clinics and outpatients clinics, theatre, administrative time, and pre- and post-operative ward visits.
The post is offered at 8 PA but under the terms of the 2003 Consultant Contract, candidates who wish to conduct private practice would be required to offer an additional programmed activity.
a) Direct Clinical Care7.0 PAs (DCC) on average per week
b) Supporting Programmed Activities1.0 PAs (SPA) per week
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical duties include SACU clinics and outpatients clinics, theatre, administrative time, and pre- and post-operative ward visits.
The post is offered at 8 PA but under the terms of the 2003 Consultant Contract, candidates who wish to conduct private practice would be required to offer an additional programmed activity.
a) Direct Clinical Care7.0 PAs (DCC) on average per week
b) Supporting Programmed Activities1.0 PAs (SPA) per week
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC Registration
- MBBS or equivalent
- Appropriate higher surgical qualification
Desirable
- Entry on the GMC Specialist Register
Experience
Essential
- Working as a Specialist Registrar in General Surgery or equivalent
Ability
Essential
- Evidence of ability to lead a team effectively
- Commitment to effective departmental management
Desirable
- Proven management experience
Audit ad Research
Essential
- Interest and knowledge of audit and quality improvement
- Evidence of completed audit projects
- Experience of research
- Relevant general surgical / colorectal publications in peer reviewed journals
Teaching and Education
Desirable
- Evidence to allow accreditation as a Consultant Educational Supervisor for trainee doctors with the GMC
Other
Essential
- Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of staff and patients
- A willingness to accept that flexibility is required to meet the changing needs of the NHS
Desirable
- Up to date knowledge of NHS reforms.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC Registration
- MBBS or equivalent
- Appropriate higher surgical qualification
Desirable
- Entry on the GMC Specialist Register
Experience
Essential
- Working as a Specialist Registrar in General Surgery or equivalent
Ability
Essential
- Evidence of ability to lead a team effectively
- Commitment to effective departmental management
Desirable
- Proven management experience
Audit ad Research
Essential
- Interest and knowledge of audit and quality improvement
- Evidence of completed audit projects
- Experience of research
- Relevant general surgical / colorectal publications in peer reviewed journals
Teaching and Education
Desirable
- Evidence to allow accreditation as a Consultant Educational Supervisor for trainee doctors with the GMC
Other
Essential
- Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of staff and patients
- A willingness to accept that flexibility is required to meet the changing needs of the NHS
Desirable
- Up to date knowledge of NHS reforms.
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).
