GI Specialty Doctor

Job title:

GI Specialty Doctor

Company

NHS

Job description

There are 2 posts available.The roles available based at York and Scarborough based on the interview the successful candidate will be offered a role at a specific site based on experience.The successful candidate will join the General Surgery team consisting of 21 consultants working across the Trust sites, who perform a full range of Upper and Lower GI surgery including, but not limited to, laparoscopic colorectal cancer surgery, TAMIS, TaTMe, complex abdominal wall surgery, pelvic floor surgery, pelvic endometriosis surgery, advanced proctology, advanced colonoscopy, IBD surgery, ano-rectal physiology, laparoscopic bariatric surgery, laparoscopic anti reflux surgery, laparoscopic hernia surgery, complex abdominal wall reconstruction surgery, laparoscopic biliary surgery, minimally invasive pancreatic surgery and Upper GI physiology. Elective day surgery services are provided on both our main sites. Currently more major surgery is principally carried out in York, with plans to expand activity in Scarborough in the near future. To gain experience in the department we can offer the opportunity cross site.In addition, unselected emergency general surgery on call admissions are cared for on both sites. A separate Vascular surgery on call rota is provided, based on the York site.You will also be given the opportunity to train in Lower GI or Upper GI endoscopy subject to discussion/appraisal.Main duties of the jobIn addition, unselected emergency general surgery on call admissions are cared for on both sites. A separate Vascular surgery on call rota is provided, based on the York site.You will also be given the opportunity to train in Lower GI or Upper GIEndoscopy subject to discussion/appraisal.About usOur benefitsWe offer a range of benefits to support our staff including:

• Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants
• 27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service)
• A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave
• Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues, 24/7, from our Employee Assistance Programme
• NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme
• An extensive range of learning and development opportunities
• Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring, cinema and finance from a range of providers

For further information on the fantastic range of benefits we offer please visit the Trust’s dedicated Staff Benefits pages.Date posted15 November 2024Pay schemeHospital medical and dental staffGradeSpecialty DoctorSalary£59,175 to £95,400 a year Per AnnumContractPermanentWorking patternFull-timeReference number419-6735836-SD-SJob locationsYork Hopsital/ Scarborough HospitalWigginton RoadYorkYO31 8HEJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesWe actively support and mentor Speciality Doctors in GI surgery at York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals. We have created an internal training scheme with opportunities in General, Upper GI, Colorectal and Abdominal Wall surgery on 2 sites. Educational supervisors are allocated to all appointed speciality doctors and help and support is provide for application and passing the FRCS exam. Furthermore, we also support CESR application. We have created 2 CESR associated specialist posts which provide opportunities in consultant level care and independent practice to further support for a CESR application. We are proud to have a number of our Speciality Doctors progress onto Consultant posts.Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesWe actively support and mentor Speciality Doctors in GI surgery at York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals. We have created an internal training scheme with opportunities in General, Upper GI, Colorectal and Abdominal Wall surgery on 2 sites. Educational supervisors are allocated to all appointed speciality doctors and help and support is provide for application and passing the FRCS exam. Furthermore, we also support CESR application. We have created 2 CESR associated specialist posts which provide opportunities in consultant level care and independent practice to further support for a CESR application. We are proud to have a number of our Speciality Doctors progress onto Consultant posts.Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential

• Holder of a medical qualification registered with the GMC
• Holder of license to practise with the General Medical Council
• Completion of minimum 4-years’ full-time postgraduate training, or equivalent gained on a part-time or flexible basis, or other equivalent demonstrable experience and competencies
• Completion of minimum 2-years’ in a full-time specialty training programme in General Surgery, or equivalent gained on a part-time basis, or other equivalent demonstrable experience and competencies
• BLS, ALS or ATLS or equivalents
• CCrISP or equivalent
• MRCS or equivalent postgraduate qualification in Surgery in General

Desirable

• Substantive NHS experience

Clinical practice/ competenceEssential

• Ability to demonstrate broad experience and skill in General Surgery
• Knowledge of good medical practice and the General Medical Council requirements
• Commitment to and evidence of continuing professional development
• Demonstrates a sound knowledge of clinical governance practice
• Is able to work effectively in spite of pressures
• Detailed working knowledge of safeguarding agenda, and its relevant legislation, policy and guidance

Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential

• Holder of a medical qualification registered with the GMC
• Holder of license to practise with the General Medical Council
• Completion of minimum 4-years’ full-time postgraduate training, or equivalent gained on a part-time or flexible basis, or other equivalent demonstrable experience and competencies
• Completion of minimum 2-years’ in a full-time specialty training programme in General Surgery, or equivalent gained on a part-time basis, or other equivalent demonstrable experience and competencies
• BLS, ALS or ATLS or equivalents
• CCrISP or equivalent
• MRCS or equivalent postgraduate qualification in Surgery in General

Desirable

• Substantive NHS experience

Clinical practice/ competenceEssential

• Ability to demonstrate broad experience and skill in General Surgery
• Knowledge of good medical practice and the General Medical Council requirements
• Commitment to and evidence of continuing professional development
• Demonstrates a sound knowledge of clinical governance practice
• Is able to work effectively in spite of pressures
• Detailed working knowledge of safeguarding agenda, and its relevant legislation, policy and guidance

Expected salary

£59175 – 95400 per year

Location

York

Job date

Mon, 18 Nov 2024 08:43:11 GMT

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