Colorectal Robotic Fellow

South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution in the UK is seeking a Colorectal Robotic Fellow to enhance skills in robotic colorectal surgery and patient care. The successful candidate will join a busy surgical unit, participate in multidisciplinary teamwork, and experience both clinical and educational responsibilities. Candidates should possess an FRCS, have four years of surgical experience, and be proficient in laparoscopic techniques. The position offers hands-on training and opportunities for research publication within a supportive environment.

Benefits

Access to high-quality education and training

Fitness Centre facilities

Qualifications

• 4 years experience in General Surgery at Registrar level.
• Log book evidence of current professional development.
• Experience of training and teaching surgical trainees.

Responsibilities

• Integrate into the Colorectal surgical unit for structured educational experience.
• Participate in General Surgical on call rota at registrar level.
• Deliver patient care including inpatient and outpatient responsibilities.

Skills

Good interpersonal skills

Ability to communicate effectively with patients and staff

Laparoscopic skills and experience

Education

FRCS or equivalent

Post CCST/CCT

Job description

Go back South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust

Colorectal Robotic Fellow

The closing date is 28 January 2026

Sunderland Royal Hospital started its Laparoscopiccolorectal service for the North East of England in 2007 and a Roboticcolorectal service in 2015. The Colorectal unit now provides Colorectal cancer resection,benign colorectal resections, IBD services, full Pelvic floor service, perianaland complex trans anal surgery , Laparoscopichernia surgery, abdominal wall reconstruction& re-do surgery. The service has expanded each yearwith increasing referrals and high volume procedures are performed every yearwith excellent outcomes.

This postprovides a structured educational and surgical experience within a busyColorectal surgical unit with specialist interest in robotic colorectal cancer,IBD, pelvic floor surgery. It is aimedat surgical trainees post-CCT award who wish to practice colorectal surgery.

Thesuccessful Fellow will integrate into the team and receive hands-on training inrobotic/laparoscopic colorectal surgery. They will be expected to participatein clinics, MDT, on call, ward work and audit/teaching activities duringtheirattachment. The Fellow will be expected to be partof teaching in NSTCcadaveric lab in Newcastle. Paper presentations and publications are activelyencouraged during attachment.

The Trust is advertising for one 6-month fixedterm post commencing 1 April 2026.

Main duties of the job

The post holder is expected to possessFellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons, should be at thelevel of CCT anddemonstrate competence at the level of a trained Lower GI Surgeon.

Theapplicant must be competent to participate in a General Surgical on call rotaat registrar level and have experience of work at this level (or demonstrablecompetence) is expected. Any applicant who is unable to work full time will beeligible to be considered for the post and modification of the role would bediscussed with consultant colleagues.

About us

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One Team One Trust - There are many reasons to work at our Trust. From our commitment to putting people first to our accessible services and award winning teams. We have a passion for research, innovation and tackling inequalities. We are committed to respect, fairness and civility and promote a compassionate, caring and positive culture / working environment.

We welcome all applications irrespective of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under- represented groups. Looking after our workforces health and wellbeing is a priority for us. We also provide access to high quality education, training, career progression and support. Flexible working is supported via our Flexible Working Policy.

The Trust employs around 8,746 people and provides a range of hospital services to a local community of around 430,000 residents. We also provide a range of more specialised services outside this area. We offer our staff outstanding benefits - Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support and access to a Care Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements. If you use AI,and it poses a risk to the integrity of your individual recruitment process, wemay withdraw your application at any stage of the process.

Job responsibilities

PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE.

Thesuccessful candidate will be expected to work with other members of the LowerGI team to deliver patient care including inpatient and outpatientsresponsibilities, inaddition to participating with the General Surgical on call service.

The post holder isexpected to possess Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons and demonstratecompetence at the level of a Lower GI Surgeon.

Thesuccessful applicant will take part in an emergency full shift rota patternof 1 in 9 with other General Surgical Registrars supported at all times by FY1and FY2-CT2 support. The on call periodsrun Monday to Thursday or Friday to Sunday inclusive.

Person Specification

Personal Attributes

• Ability to work in a team
• Enquiring critical approach to work
• Commitment to CME

Experience and Knowledge

• 4 years experience in General Surgery at Registrar level
• Log book evidence of current professional development
• Laparoscopic experience
• Experience of training and teaching surgical trainees
• Knowledge of minimally invasive colorectal surgery

Qualifications

• FRCS or equivalent
• Post CCST/CCT

Skills and Abilities

• Good interpersonal skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients and staff
• Ability to develop and progress a research project and audit
• Laparoscopic skills and experience
• Ability to run training courses
• Evidence of bedside teaching
• Papers presented at regional/national meetings

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust