262678 LAT Plastic Surgery

NHS Lothian; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS Lothian invites applications for a Locum Appointment for Training in Plastic Surgery at ST3 level or above. The post is fixed-term, full-time (40 hours per week) and based at St John's Hospital, Livingston with potential work at the Royal Hospital for Children and Young People in Edinburgh.

The appointment is GMC-accredited for six months of training in Plastic Surgery and runs from November 2026 to August 2027. Closing date is 30 October 2026.

Qualifications

• GMC accreditation for six months training in Plastic Surgery.

Job description

NHS LOTHIAN
LOCUM APPOINTMENT FOR TRAINING IN PLASTIC SURGERY
St John's Hospital
Reference: 262678

NHS Lothian is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best.

NHS Lothian welcomes applications from all sections of society.

Applications are welcome for the above Fixed Term, Full time (40 hours per week) post based in St John's Hospital.

Job Title

Locum Appointment for Training in Plastic Surgery at middle grade (ST3 or above)

Department

Head & Neck, Plastic Surgery

Base

St John’s Hospital, Livingston (SJH) and the Royal Hospital for Children and Young People, Edinburgh (RHCYP). You may also be required to work at any of NHS Lothian’s sites, according to the placement of the post.

Accreditation of Post

Accredited by the GMC for six months training in Plastic Surgery. Program accreditation number.

Application Process

All applicants must complete the full medical application form via the Jobtrain system to be considered for the post.

Post Summary

The appointment is for a Specialty Trainee at ST3 level or above, in Plastic Surgery and is available from November 2026 to August 2027.

Contact

For An Informal Discussion Or Further Information Please Contact Ms Lucie Wright, Consultant Plastic Surgeon ().

Closing Date

30th October 2026. PLEASE NOTE: We cannot accept late applications so please ensure your application is submitted early.

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