Job Description

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.This is a fixed-term contract with the position commencing in the month of October 2025.Please see below for detailed job description of the role.Main duties of the jobYou will be expected to participate in the daily clinical activity of the HPB Unit, from ward rounds to out-patient clinics and theatres and will also be involved in non-clinical duties such as education and training of junior medical and nursing staff.A large part of the post will involve dedicated time for research and academic activity and in particular you will be expected to lead on a number of projects and to produce a number of publications during the fellowship.About usAs 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.Date posted29 April 2025Pay schemeHospital medical and dental staffGradeDoctor - otherSalaryxc2xa361,825 a year paContractFixed termDuration12 monthsWorking patternFull-timeReference number188-MA40425Job locationsSouthampton General HospitalTremona RoadSouthamptonSO16 6YDJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesYou will ideally have:1) MRCS or equivalent2) At least 2 years of General Surgery experience post MRCS level3) At least 1 year of HPB experience in a tertiary unit4) Have demonstrated willingness to participate in research and/or quality improvementAbout the team:The Southampton HPB unit consists of 8 Consultant Surgeons (1 academic, and 7 NHS consultants).The Unit is a busy tertiary referral centre with a catchment area of approximately 3.7 million in the central south coast of England. More than 250 major liver and pancreatic resections are performed yearly in addition to a large number of benign and emergency surgical cases.The unit has a long history of minimally invasive HPB resections and now runs one of the largest and most successful robotic HPB programmes in the UK.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 xc2xa361,825 Travelling expenses will not be paid for attending interviewPlease 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 2nd June 2025Job Reference; 188-MA40425This vacancy closes on or before 14th May 2025 Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesYou will ideally have:1) MRCS or equivalent2) At least 2 years of General Surgery experience post MRCS level3) At least 1 year of HPB experience in a tertiary unit4) Have demonstrated willingness to participate in research and/or quality improvementAbout the team:The Southampton HPB unit consists of 8 Consultant Surgeons (1 academic, and 7 NHS consultants).The Unit is a busy tertiary referral centre with a catchment area of approximately 3.7 million in the central south coast of England. More than 250 major liver and pancreatic resections are performed yearly in addition to a large number of benign and emergency surgical cases.The unit has a long history of minimally invasive HPB resections and now runs one of the largest and most successful robotic HPB programmes in the UK.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 xc2xa361,825 Travelling expenses will not be paid for attending interviewPlease 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 2nd June 2025Job Reference; 188-MA40425This vacancy closes on or before 14th May 2025Person SpecificationQualifications, Training & ExperienceEssential

• MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
• GMC registration with a licence to practise
• Appropriate knowledge base, and ability to apply sound clinical judgement to problems

Desirable

• MRCS or Equivalent

Aptitudes and skillsEssential

• More than 1 years' experience in HPB surgery
• Evidence of successful completion of an ATLS Course
• Understanding of clinical risk management
• Competent to work without direct supervision where appropriate
• Clear thinking, showing an analytical/scientific approach
• Manual dexterity and hand/eye co-ordination
• Participation in audit
• 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

Desirable

• Experience in Laparoscopic and/or robotic HPB Surgery
• Experienced in surgical and advanced laparoscopic skills
• Breadth of experience with awareness in and outside specialty / medicine
• Evidence-based practice use
• NHS experience of clinical governance and resource constraints; management/ financial awareness experience of committee work
• Contribution to non-professional organisations
• Active involvement in audit
• IT skills

Living Trust ValuesEssential

• Patients First
• Always Improving
• Working Together

Person SpecificationQualifications, Training & ExperienceEssential

• MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
• GMC registration with a licence to practise
• Appropriate knowledge base, and ability to apply sound clinical judgement to problems

Desirable

• MRCS or Equivalent

Aptitudes and skillsEssential

• More than 1 years' experience in HPB surgery
• Evidence of successful completion of an ATLS Course
• Understanding of clinical risk management
• Competent to work without direct supervision where appropriate
• Clear thinking, showing an analytical/scientific approach
• Manual dexterity and hand/eye co-ordination
• Participation in audit
• 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

Desirable

• Experience in Laparoscopic and/or robotic HPB Surgery
• Experienced in surgical and advanced laparoscopic skills
• Breadth of experience with awareness in and outside specialty / medicine
• Evidence-based practice use
• NHS experience of clinical governance and resource constraints; management/ financial awareness experience of committee work
• Contribution to non-professional organisations
• Active involvement in audit
• IT skills

Living Trust ValuesEssential

• Patients First
• Always Improving
• Working Together

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