Locum Consultant in Colorectal Surgery

Locum Consultant in Colorectal Surgery

Posted 2 weeks ago by University Hospital Southampton NHS FT on Linkedin

Negotiable
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Southampton, England, United Kingdom

Summary: The role of Locum Consultant in Colorectal Surgery at University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust involves managing a general surgical take with a subspecialist interest in colorectal surgery. The position requires participation in elective and emergency surgical procedures, including laparoscopic and open surgeries, as well as involvement in multidisciplinary teams for cancer and inflammatory bowel disease. Candidates must have GMC specialist registration and be prepared to work a 10+1 PA job plan within a supportive team environment. This position offers opportunities for teaching, research, and management within a leading acute teaching trust.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage an elective colorectal practice with a subspecialist interest.
  • Handle an undifferentiated general surgical take, including major trauma.
  • Participate in colorectal cancer and IBD multidisciplinary teams.
  • Perform elective laparoscopic and open surgeries, as well as colonoscopy.
  • Cover unselected emergency weekend take on a 1:20 rota.
  • Engage in training, teaching, research, and university work.
  • Contribute to management and supervisory roles within the team.

Key Skills:

  • GMC specialist registration.
  • Success in Intercollegiate Specialty Examination or equivalent.
  • Higher qualification in specialty (e.g., FRCS).
  • Clinical training and experience equivalent to UK CCT in colorectal surgery.
  • Ability to supervise and teach clinical skills to trainees.
  • Experience in audit management and applying research outcomes to clinical problems.
  • Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
  • Commitment to Continuing Medical Education and Clinical Governance.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: Southampton

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

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