Speciality Doctor, General Surgery & Urology
| Posting date: | 11 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £61,542 - £99,216 Per annum |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 11 April 2026 |
| Location: | Scarborough, YO12 6QL |
| Company: | York Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 7822554/419-7822554-GS-S |
Summary
A Vacancy at York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
A Specialty Doctor in the NHS provides specialised medical care, working as part of a team under the supervision of consultants, and often taking on responsibilities related to patient care, teaching, and clinical governance. They will typically have at least four years of postgraduate training, with at least two in their chosen specialty.
The successful candidate will initially be based at Scarborough and join the General Surgery team consisting of 23 consultants and 4 Associate Specialist working across the Trust sites. We perform a full range of upper and lower GI surgery including, but not limited to, laparoscopic and robotic colorectal cancer surgery, TAMIS, 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, open , robotic and laparoscopic complex abdominal wall reconstruction surgery, laparoscopic biliary surgery (including lap US and lap CBD exploration), minimally invasive pancreatic surgery and upper GI physiology. Elective day surgery services are provided on both our main sites. Robotic surgery is carried out at York, however major acute and elective cases are performed at across both sites. 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.
The role available is initially based at Scarborough, however there will be opportunities to work on the York site. Decision to move is based on development of clinical skills, training needs and required evidence for the Portfolio Pathway application.
Our benefits
We 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.
The principle duty of this post is to provide a comprehensive clinical service to patients from and around Scarborough.
To, at all times, comply with the GMC requirements of Duties of a Doctor
To ensure that patient confidentiality is maintained at all times.
To undertake duties as defined within the job description in so far as practicable and in agreement with your clinical director.
To be responsible and managerially accountable for the reasonable and effective use of any Trust resources that you use and influence, and professionally accountable to the Medical Director.
On commencement to ensure personal attendance at the Trust’s Corporate Induction.
To participate in the Trust’s statutory and mandatory training programme
To be responsible for the clinical management of in and out patients under your care.
To comply with Trust policies and procedures where appropriate.
To ensure that all intellectual property rights of the Trust are observed.
This advert closes on Thursday 19 Mar 2026
A Specialty Doctor in the NHS provides specialised medical care, working as part of a team under the supervision of consultants, and often taking on responsibilities related to patient care, teaching, and clinical governance. They will typically have at least four years of postgraduate training, with at least two in their chosen specialty.
The successful candidate will initially be based at Scarborough and join the General Surgery team consisting of 23 consultants and 4 Associate Specialist working across the Trust sites. We perform a full range of upper and lower GI surgery including, but not limited to, laparoscopic and robotic colorectal cancer surgery, TAMIS, 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, open , robotic and laparoscopic complex abdominal wall reconstruction surgery, laparoscopic biliary surgery (including lap US and lap CBD exploration), minimally invasive pancreatic surgery and upper GI physiology. Elective day surgery services are provided on both our main sites. Robotic surgery is carried out at York, however major acute and elective cases are performed at across both sites. 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.
The role available is initially based at Scarborough, however there will be opportunities to work on the York site. Decision to move is based on development of clinical skills, training needs and required evidence for the Portfolio Pathway application.
Our benefits
We 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.
The principle duty of this post is to provide a comprehensive clinical service to patients from and around Scarborough.
To, at all times, comply with the GMC requirements of Duties of a Doctor
To ensure that patient confidentiality is maintained at all times.
To undertake duties as defined within the job description in so far as practicable and in agreement with your clinical director.
To be responsible and managerially accountable for the reasonable and effective use of any Trust resources that you use and influence, and professionally accountable to the Medical Director.
On commencement to ensure personal attendance at the Trust’s Corporate Induction.
To participate in the Trust’s statutory and mandatory training programme
To be responsible for the clinical management of in and out patients under your care.
To comply with Trust policies and procedures where appropriate.
To ensure that all intellectual property rights of the Trust are observed.
This advert closes on Thursday 19 Mar 2026
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