Consultant colorectal with interest in robotic cancer surgery
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Job overview
We are delighted to invite candidates to apply to work with us in this dynamic and expanding General Surgery Department in a beautiful area of Yorkshire.
We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and forward-thinking colorectal surgeon with interest in robotic surgery. The current general surgical team comprises of 20 gastrointestinal surgeons with specialty interests including colorectal, benign upper GI, and complex abdominal wall reconstruction surgery.Our trust is the third largest in Yorkshire in terms of colorectal cancer volume and we currently perform more than 200 resections robotically per annum. At present there are 6 robotic colorectal cancer surgeons. We are looking to add to this team. The successful candidate will contribute towards our vision of providing robotic surgery for all colorectal cancer patients and support specialism in inflammatory bowel disease and/or pelvic floor surgery.
There are well established MDTs for cancer, inflammatory bowel disease and pelvic floor disorders which allow a full spectrum of interventions including that for early and advanced cancer, ileal anal pouch surgery and ventral mesh rectopexies respectively.The candidate will be supported by an experienced team of colorectal and stoma nurse specialists in his or her role.
Main duties of the job
The principal duty of this post is to provide a comprehensive clinical service to patients within the trust area.- To, at all times, comply with the GMC requirements of Duties of a Doctor
- To ensure that patient confidentiality is maintained at all times.
- To undertake duties as defined within the attached job plan in so far as practicable and in agreement with your clinical director.
- To be responsible and managerially accountable for the reasonable and effective use of any Trust resources that you use and influence, and professionally accountable to the Medical Director.
- On commencement to ensure personal attendance at the Trust’s Corporate Induction.
- To participate in the Trust’s statutory and mandatory training programme
- To fully participate in the Consultant Peer Support Scheme and ensure personal attendance, when invited, at the Consultant Development Programme during your first year in post.
- To be responsible for the clinical management of in and outpatients under your care.
Working for our organisation
The post is based at York Hospital and covers work across associated sites. Candidates will contribute to the General Surgery on-call rota at York and Scarborough Hospitals
York is world famous for its beauty and heritage and is considered one of the best places to live in the UK. It boasts a rich cultural heritage, magnificent architecture, historic attractions, shopping and a lively restaurant and bar scene. Excellent rail and road links ensure easy access to major cities (only 2 hours to London) and to the wonderful North Yorkshire countryside.An extensive cycle network allows a pleasant, alternative commute to work. York is a lovely place to raise a family and has a plethora of excellent schools. York University is a member of the prestigious Russell group and renowned globally for ground-breaking research.
On joining the Trust you will gain access to a wide range of staff benefits. We offer a competitive relocation package and a study leave budget of £3,000 across three years will be allocated.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The department and Trust both offer a welcoming and dynamic working environment, with opportunities to participate in teaching medical students from the Hull York Medical School (HYMS). The General Surgery department also organises teaching for post-graduate surgeons and run regular simulation, wet lab, cadaveric, endoscopy courses and region surgical meetings and forums.
We also interested in candidates with research experience to promote and develop research within the department and beyond.
The surgical department are a cohesive and friendly group, working well as a team and with clinical colleagues. Within the Department you will find a strong culture of sharing expertise, support and development of the department and individuals.Our management team is supportive, forward thinking and progressive.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria- GMC registered
- NHS Experience
NHS
Essential criteria- Clinical Practice and Competance
- NHS Experience
Teaching and Mentoring
Essential criteria- Experience of teaching undergraduate and post graduate trainees
- Supervising experience
Leadership
Essential criteria- Is able and willing to take on a leadership role
- Familiarity within issues of service organisation and development
Please note that some of our substantive vacancies may be available on a smaller number of hours than advertised. If you would be interested in applying on this basis, we would encourage you to contact the appointing manager to enquire further.
DBS Checks
Please be aware that all new employees starting work with us will be charged for the cost of their DBS check if it is required for the role. The cost will be deducted from your salary either in 1 payment or over a six month period once you start employment.By applying you are agreeing to this undertaking. If you are successful you will be asked to confirm if you wish to pay in one amount or in instalments. The charges are currently £27.38 for a standard check and £55.38 for an enhanced check. The level of check will be determined by the post you are applying for.
Please note that Volunteers and Bank only staff will not be charged.
The Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) offers a confidential checking service for transgender applicants in accordance with the Gender Recognition Act 2004. This is known as the sensitive applications route, and is available for all levels of DBS check - basic, standard and enhanced.
The sensitive applications route gives transgender applicants the choice not to have any gender or name information disclosed on their DBS certificate that could reveal their previous identity. To contact the sensitive applications team, please telephone 0300 106 1452 or email [email protected].
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Please note, the selection processes at York & Scarborough Teaching Hospitals are in place to ensure we recruit candidates with the right skills and values. We remain vigilant against candidates who misuse these tools to generate an application that doesn’t accurately reflect their skills.You will be required to acknowledge that you are aware of this before submitting your application.
Agile and Flexible Working
We are committed to helping all staff balance their work with other commitments and have recently launched our new Agile and Flexible Working policy to support this, entitling all staff to request flexible working from day one – for all posts.We encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
All our employees have access to a free, confidential counselling and wellbeing support service. Our EAP is available 24/7, 365 days a year.
Relocation Package
The Trust offers a generous relocation package of up to 30% of salary (capped at £18k) to support with relocation expenses for hard to fill positions where relocation would be an expectation to undertake the role fully. If you would like to discuss relocation further, please speak to the recruiting manager at interview.
A bit more about us and the surrounding area
York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is situated in a fantastic part of the country that is home to two national parks, a beautiful coastline, and the city of York - consistently voted one of the best places to live in the UK.We provide a comprehensive range of acute hospital and specialist healthcare services for approximately 800,000 people living in and around York, North Yorkshire, North East Yorkshire and Ryedale - an area covering 3,400 square miles.
Our annual turnover is approaching £0.5bn. We manage eight hospital sites and have a workforce of around 10,000 staff working across our hospitals and in the community.
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