Consultant Colorectal Surgeon

NHS; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a skilled surgeon to join their renowned colorectal unit. This role focuses on delivering specialized care in colorectal and general surgery, particularly in advanced proctology and pelvic floor pathways. The successful candidate will engage in a dynamic weekly schedule, contributing to both clinical and administrative aspects of the service. With a commitment to excellence and innovation, this position offers a unique opportunity to be part of a transformative healthcare environment that prioritizes patient care and professional development.

Qualifications

• Full GMC registration and FRCS in General Surgery required.
• Experience in specialty and additional training in robotic surgery.

Responsibilities

• Deliver independent specialized care across colorectal and general surgery.
• Participate in weekly clinics, theatre sessions, and emergency surgery.

Skills

Robotic Surgery

Pelvic Floor Surgery

Advanced Proctology

Management Skills

Administrative Skills

Education

Full GMC Registration

FRCS in General Surgery

CCT in General Surgery

Higher Degree

JAG Accreditation in Colonoscopy

Job description

University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust

The colorectal unit at UHD is nationally renowned for minimally invasive colorectal cancer surgery, pelvic floor surgery, specialist pelvic endometriosis surgery (delivered jointly with gynaecologists), and advanced proctology (laser, HRA). The appointee will be expected to deliver independent specialised care across colorectal and general surgery, focusing on the pelvic floor pathway and supporting the advanced proctology service.

Main duties of the job

For full details, please see the attached job description. Further details can be obtained by contact.

About us

Our values define who we are as #TeamUHD. They underpin everything we do, shaping how we treat patients, visitors, and colleagues.

UHD is investing in services across the Trust, with many undergoing transformation following merger and the New Hospital Programme. Some services may move sites temporarily or long-term. Interviewing managers will be happy to answer questions about this at interview.

Job responsibilities

Weekly Schedule

1. Monday: Wk 1 Clinic (2 sessions)
2. Tuesday: SPA (1 session), Pelvic floor MDT (week 4, 0.25 sessions)
3. Thursday: SPA (2 sessions)
4. Friday: Theatre (alternate weeks, 1.25 sessions)
5. Emergency Surgeon of the Week: 1:8 weeks (ongoing transformation, currently 1:9 at RBH and 1:8 at Poole, 2.5 sessions)
6. Flexi DCC: 1 session for ward rounds and patient admin

Total weekly commitment: 12 sessions.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Full GMC registration
• FRCS in General Surgery
• CCT in General Surgery or within 6 months or CESR
• Higher Degree
• JAG accreditation in colonoscopy
• Experience in the specialty
• Additional training/skills in robotic surgery, pelvic floor surgery, advanced proctology
• Management and project leadership experience
• Proven management and administrative skills, understanding of management goals

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A DBS check will be required to check for any criminal convictions.

University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust