Senior Fellow in Colorectal Surgery - Intestinal Failure/IBD

Job Overview University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us. This is a fixed-term 12-month contract with the position commencing ASAP. Please see below for detailed job description of the role.

Main duties of the job The fellowship offers 12 months in a busy tertiary referral centre for Intestinal Failure and complex IBD. Southampton is a commissioned IF unit receiving patients from South central region. It is also the regional centre for complex IBD patients. There is also an opportunity to gain experience in complex abdominal wall surgery. University Hospital Southampton has a large colorectal department that also deals with complex and recurrent colorectal cancer, robotics, and complex pelvic floor. Whilst the focus of the fellowship will on developing clinical and operative skills in the field of IBD, IF and abdominal wall surgery, opportunities to see other aspects of colorectal practice will be possible.

Working for our organisation 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. We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. 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.

Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities The successful candidate will work within a large multi-disciplinary team managing complex IF and IBD patients. There is weekly access to IF, IBD and abdominal wall reconstruction theatre lists. There is a weekly IF MDT & ward round, fortnightly IBD MDT and monthly AWR MDT, weekly specialist clinics, nutrition clinics as well as general colorectal clinics. There are daily endoscopy lists. There is scope and opportunity for audit and research in the field of IBD and IF surgery with support to present findings at national meetings and prepare outcomes for publication. There is no on-call commitment associated with the post however support of the colorectal in-patient service will be expected with participation in the departments ‘registrar of the week’ rota and cross-cover sometimes required in the event of illness. Appointment will be made under local contractual terms and conditions of service for Trust appointed (non-training fellow doctors and dentists). Successful candidates will have an educational framework equivalent to training grade doctors, and there will be a named educational supervisor assigned at the start of the post. The opportunity for Continued Professional Development (CPD) is highly supported and encouraged by the Trust, with options available to take study leave. All licensed doctors must meet the GMC requirements for revalidation and there will be an annual appraisal to support this process. Grades for Trust appointed (non-training) fellows will be paid a basic salary at a nodal pay point linked to the grade, at the rate set out in the National Medical and Dental pay circular. Basic salary detailed below plus any additional remuneration (as applicable) for hours set out in the doctors work schedule (e.g. additional hours, weekend allowance, and any hours which attract enhanced pay) Basic Salary – MT04 £65,048 Basic Salary – MT05 £73,992 Salary will be assessed based on experience and skills. Eligibility criteria for appointment to a Nodal Point 5; Have a minimum of 6 years of Specialty training Hold relevant higher specialty exam (e.g FRCP, FRCA, FRCS) A portfolio of evidence that demonstrates they meet the criteria for progression (in line with the Curriculum for the speciality similar to deanery trainee) Travelling expenses will not be paid for attending interview Please note that GMC registration (with a licence to practice) and right to work in the UK are essential for this role. Successful applicants will already have GMC registration or will be able to demonstrate they are eligible. Applicants requiring Tier 2 sponsorship should ensure they meet the Home Office application criteria prior to submitting an application. Interviews will be held on 26th August 2025 Job Reference; 188-MA60725 This vacancy closes on or before 21st August 2025

Person specification Qualifications, Training & Experience Essential criteria MBBS or equivalent medical qualification GMC registration with a licence to practise MRCS/FRCS/ARCS as per JCHST requirements Appropriate knowledge base, and ability to apply sound clinical judgement to problems Experience at Registrar level in colorectal surgery Relevant post registration experience Evidence of successful completion of an ATLS Course Desirable criteria FRCS General Surgery Aptitudes and skills Essential criteria Evidence and ability to work effectively in multi-professional teams Understanding of equality and diversity and how this affects patients, visitors and staff Evidence and ability to communicate and liaise effectively with patients and colleagues (verbal and written communication skills in English). Demonstrate good organisational skills including ability to prioritise effectively and meet deadlines Demonstrate the ability to be calm, compassionate, and able to respond efficiently to various circumstances, which may change rapidly Evidence of participation in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching Good manual dexterity & hand/eye co-ordination Understanding of clinical risk management Desirable criteria Experienced in surgical & laparoscopic/robotic skills Ability to produce legible, accurate complete & comprehensible notes Demonstrate use of evidence-based practice Understanding of NHS, clinical governance & resource constraints; management/ financial awareness experience of committee work Living Trust Values Essential criteria Patients First Always Improving Working Together