Consultant Vascular Surgeon | University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Please see below for detailed job description of the role.
Online applications are invited for the post of Consultant Vascular Surgeon at Southampton University Hospital NHS Trust. This is a permanent post to replace a colleague on an established rota. The post is expected to start from 01/02/2025. The successful applicant will have completed full subspecialty training in Vascular Surgery.It is expected that the successful applicant will have a broad set of vascular surgical skills and experience.
You will be a member of a team of 9 vascular surgeons and 6 interventional radiologist providing cover for the Wessex Vascular Network (WVN). The post is based at University Hospital Southampton (UHS). UHS is the vascular centre of the Wessex Vascular Network.The Network includes Queen Alexandra Hospital (Portsmouth), St. Mary’s Hospital (IOW), Royal Hampshire County Hospital (Winchester) and serves a population of 2 million. The vascular service works closely with cardiothoracic, diabetic and stroke services.
The department provides the full range of open vascular and endovascular interventions, with a dedicated vascular theatre, hybrid suite, vascular ward and a team of advanced nurse practitioners and vascular nurse specialists. UHS offers ample opportunities for undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and excellent facilities for research and clinical care.
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated ‘Good’ by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.
All non-clinical roles may involve a mixture of on site and remote working, Specific details and flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.
Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.
WHAT YOU’LL DO:
- Undertake the full range of vascular elective and emergency duties of a consultant vascular surgeon
- Work based at UHS and be part of a team that provide on-site clinics and review of inpatient at spoke hospitals.
- Provide on-call cover for the network on a 1:9 on-call rota including surgeon-of-the-week role
- Perform duties in line with an agreed job plan and support the education of junior staff
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
We are looking to appoint a well-motivated Vascular Surgeon who is fully trained and experienced. Our department has a culture of being open and supportive of its team members. We will be looking for someone who can work well within a team and can complement this way of working.The department has a strong ethos in education and research and the successful applicant will be expected to contribute to this activity. A subspeciality interest within Vascular Surgery would add value.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Individuals wishing to apply must be registered with the General Medical Council (GMC).
The successful candidate will be employed under the terms and conditions of service for Consultants (England) 2003.
Interviews will be held on Monday, 04 November 2024
Job Reference: - This vacancy closes on or before: 17/10/2024Should you have any queries, please use the contact details below to get in touch.
Mr Ian Nordon- Clinical Lead- 02381208801- Ian.nordon@uhs.nhs.uk
This advert closes on Thursday 17 Oct 2024