Locum Consultant Thoracic Surgeon | University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust
| Posting date: | 09 April 2024 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £93,666 - £126,281 Per Annum |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 09 May 2024 |
| Location: | Southampton, SO16 6YD |
| Company: | University Hospital Southampton NHS FT |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 6214988/188-MT1156 |
Summary
This is an opportunity to join the regional Thoracic Surgical Team at Southampton University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.
You will work closely with 5 other Consultant Thoracic Surgeons in an established high volume centre that is focused in minimally invasive surgery.
The department serves a population of 2.9 million, treating in excess of 1400 patients a year with a full range of adult and paediatric services except transplantation. There is an established robotic programme. We ranked as the provider with the highest percentage of lung cancer surgery performed by minimally invasive means with the shortest length of stay.
Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting.
For an overview of the main duties of the role please see the ‘Job Description and Main Responsibilities’ section below. To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document attached.
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.
All non-clinical roles may involve a mixture of on site and remote working, Specific details and flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. 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.
WHAT YOU’LL DO:
• Full participation in the thoracic surgery service and provision of expertise and support to other specialists as required.
• Operating lists (VATS expertise is essential)
• MDT meetings
• Outpatient clinics (including peripheral clinics)
• Ward rounds
• Training and research
• Administration and leadership
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
• Able to adapt and work with employers to deliver improved patient care
• Proficient in minimally invasive surgical technique including anatomical lung resection
• Experience managing thoracic trauma (rib fixation)
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Individuals wishing to apply must be registered with the General Medical Council (GMC).
The successful candidate will be employed under the terms and conditions of service for Consultants (England) 2003.
Interviews will be held on Thursday, 09 May 2024
Job Reference: - MT1156 This vacancy closes on or before: 27thApril 2024
Should you have any queries, please use the contact details below to get in touch.
Please contact Mr Lukacs Veres (Clinical Lead) or Mr Martin Chamberlain for informal discussions and expressions of interest.
This advert closes on Saturday 27 Apr 2024