Locum Consultant General/Colorectal Surgeon | University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust
| Posting date: | 02 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £109,725 - £145,478 PA |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 01 April 2026 |
| Location: | Bournemouth & Poole, BH15 2JB |
| Company: | Royal Bournemouth and Christchurch Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 7824481/153-M3817 |
Summary
This is a 6-month fixed term locum post attracting 10 PA's per week. The colorectal unit at UHD is nationally renowned for minimally invasive colorectal cancer surgery, pelvic floor surgery, specialist pelvic endometriosis surgery (delivered jointly with the gynaecologists) and advanced proctology (laser, HRA). The appointee will be expected to deliver independent specialised care across the breadth of colorectal and general surgery according to the needs of the service but will be expected to focus on supporting the severe endometriosis service, The High Resolution Anoscopy and Laser proctology service, the general surgical on call rota which will include managing paediatrics and trauma
The anticipated job plan will typically include up to 8 DCC of weekly activity:
• Cross site working between Bournemouth and Poole
• Participating as a full member of the consultant on call rota
• Covering the clinical activities for a consultant colorectal surgical colleague currently on sabbatical which includes subspeciality support for the UHD endometriosis service ( operating lists, outpatients, MDT and endoscopy)
• Support for the UHD HRA and laser service ( clinics, theatre sessions and endoscopy).
The working pattern will change at the end of July when the merger of Bournemouth and Poole Hospital’s is complete. Flexibility in activity for this interim period is an essential requirement.
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.
There is a planned move for this service anticipated during 2026. Upon relocation of the role/service, excess mileage allowance / reimbursement will not apply, and any travel between the postholder’s home and work base will be classified as a commute. Any other changes unrelated to this, will be handled in line with Trust/National terms and conditions.
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.
To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert
This advert closes on Thursday 2 Apr 2026
The anticipated job plan will typically include up to 8 DCC of weekly activity:
• Cross site working between Bournemouth and Poole
• Participating as a full member of the consultant on call rota
• Covering the clinical activities for a consultant colorectal surgical colleague currently on sabbatical which includes subspeciality support for the UHD endometriosis service ( operating lists, outpatients, MDT and endoscopy)
• Support for the UHD HRA and laser service ( clinics, theatre sessions and endoscopy).
The working pattern will change at the end of July when the merger of Bournemouth and Poole Hospital’s is complete. Flexibility in activity for this interim period is an essential requirement.
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.
There is a planned move for this service anticipated during 2026. Upon relocation of the role/service, excess mileage allowance / reimbursement will not apply, and any travel between the postholder’s home and work base will be classified as a commute. Any other changes unrelated to this, will be handled in line with Trust/National terms and conditions.
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.
To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert
This advert closes on Thursday 2 Apr 2026
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