Locum Upper GI Consultant

Job summary

We are seeking a Upper GI General Surgical Consultant to join our team on a 1-year fixed term locum basis to cover maternity leave. The successful candidate will join our team of 7 Upper GI Consultant Surgeons and 2 Emergency Surgeons across UHD.

The expectation is for the successful candidate to work with our established Consultants and be flexible in providing elective Upper GI surgical and endoscopy services across UHD hospital sites in Bournemouth, Poole and Wimborne.

They need to be proficient in performing laparoscopic cholecystectomy, hernia repairs, and be JAG-accredited in Upper GI endoscopy. UHD provides the full range of benign UGI surgery as well as being the regional bariatric and oesophago-gastric cancer surgical centre, servicing the populations in Dorset, South Wiltshire and West Hampshire.

We have an established laparoscopic and an evolving robotic surgical programme with access to Davinci Xi and DV5 systems at both the Bournemouth (RBH) and Poole sites.

We have excellent working relationships with our GI colleagues at Dorset County Hospital and Salisbury District Hospital, and provide both expertise in abdominal wall reconstructions as well as endoscopic interventional services. The ideal candidate will have a broad experience in UGI and acute general surgery.

Tertiary training in abdominal wall, or regional bariatric and cancer units is desirable. Main duties of the job The post holder will take part in the acute surgical rota at the Bournemouth site on a 1 in 9 basis with internal cover. This runs on acute surgical blocks when all elective activity is cancelled.

As part of Transformation in Dorset, acute surgical services will be provided at the Bournemouth site in phase 3 (currently earmarked for April 2027). It is anticipated that this will lead to a decreased frequency of on-calls.

The agreed job plan provides, in addition to on call activity, access to operating theatre for elective procedures, outpatient clinics, endoscopy lists, attendance at the regional UGI MDT, departmental education/planning meetings, clinical administrative time and SPA allocation.

The appointee is expected to work across the UHD sites and be flexible in covering elective activity. This will be adjusted accordingly when Phase 3 Transformation takes place.

About us

Our values define who we are as #TeamUHD. They underpin everything we do now and in the future. They define how we treat our patients, visitors, and each other, our valued teammates and colleagues.

UHD are investing in services across the Trust, with many being transformed and developed following merger and the New Hospital Programme. This means that some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or long term.

Recruiting Managers interviewing for this role will be happy to answer any specific questions that you have about this at interview.

As part of our commitment to delivering high-quality care across seven days, this post may involve participation in an out-of-hours rota, including evenings, weekends, and/or bank holidays, in accordance with service needs.

Any work undertaken outside standard hours/PA's will attract remuneration in line with the respective NHS Medical and Dental Terms and Conditions of Service. We do reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

Job description

Job

responsibilities

Total Activity: 11 Programmed Activities (PAs) per week Qualifications and

Requirements:

Full GMC registration with a licence to practice FRCS or equivalent JAG accredited endoscopist with experience in advanced endoscopic procedures (eg.

Dilatations) Entry on the GMC specialist register via CCT (proposed date must be within 6 months), CESR or ECR Trained to manage the undifferentiated general surgical take Proficient in Upper GI endoscopy Appropriate training at StR level for general & UGI surgery This job plan is intended to be worked flexibly over a seven-day working week.

It is anticipated that patient related administration would be performed within the confines of the DCC PAs. Any draft timetable is intended to show the Trust's expectation of the post and the facilities to be provided.

Adjustments may be required in consultation with the appointee, clinical colleagues and Senior Management.In particular, a change may be appropriate after consultation to allow the development of a special interest held by the successful candidate

Person Specification

Skills Essential Excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills. Able to speak English as necessary for

the role

Ability to prioritise workload & show initiative Ability to demonstrate appropriate level of clinical knowledge & when to seek advice Meet the requirements of the GMC's Good Medical Practice.

Desirable Computer/IT Research skills Clinical Experience Essential Entry on the GMC specialist register via CCT (proposed date must be within 6 months), CESR or ECR Trained to manage the undifferentiated general surgical take Proficient in UGI endoscopy Appropriate training at StR level for general & UGI surgery Desirable Evidence of further training in abdominal wall surgery Interpersonal Skills Essential Approachable manner Flexible attitude Ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary team

Qualifications

Essential Full GMC registration with a licence to practice FRCS or equivalent JAG accredited endoscopist with an interest in advanced endoscopic procedures.

Desirable Higher degree Postgraduate thesis Clinical Skills Essential Can demonstrate skills in general, UGI and emergency surgery Proficiency in laparoscopic cholecystectomy, hernia repairs, and antireflux surgery.

Other Essential Participation in audit GCP training Publications Presentations (National/International) MMR vaccination status ideally known at the time of application.

Desirable Prizes 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.

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