Consultant in Upper GI Surgery

Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust; Truro; On-site; GBP 82,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust in Cornwall is seeking a Consultant Upper GI Surgeon to lead high-quality elective and emergency Upper GI services. The role supports expanding bariatric surgery and embedding robotic-assisted techniques within a growing minimally invasive program.

The successful candidate will work with a multidisciplinary team across Cornwall, contributing to clinical governance, teaching and ongoing service development, in a region known for its strong patient-centred care

Qualifications

• Fully trained in Upper GI surgery and eligible for appointment at Consultant level.
• Experienced in complex Upper GI surgery.
• Ideally experienced in, or with a strong interest in, bariatric surgery.
• Experienced in robotic surgery, or with demonstrable commitment to developing their robotic skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a high-quality elective and emergency Upper GI surgical service.
• Develop and expand their specialist interest in bariatric surgery.
• Undertake and develop robotic-assisted surgical procedures as part of our evolving minimally invasive surgery programme.
• Work closely with gastroenterology, oncology, radiology, anaesthetics, dietetics and other members of the multidisciplinary team.
• Contribute to service development, clinical governance, teaching and training.
• Support the continued development of specialist Upper GI and bariatric pathways across Cornwall.

Skills

Upper GI surgery

Robotic surgery

Bariatric surgery

Leadership

Communication

Teaching

Research

Da Vinci robotic system

Tools

Da Vinci robotic system

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and forward-thinking Consultant Upper GI Surgeon to join our surgical team in Cornwall.

We are seeking a surgeon with a strong interest and experience in Upper GI surgery, ideally with a specialist interest in bariatric surgery and experience in robotic-assisted surgery. The successful candidate will join a supportive multidisciplinary team and contribute to the continued development of high-quality, patient-centred surgical services across Cornwall.

About You

• Fully trained in Upper GI surgery and eligible for appointment at Consultant level.
• Experienced in complex Upper GI surgery.
• Ideally experienced in, or with a strong interest in, bariatric surgery.
• Experienced in robotic surgery, or with demonstrable commitment to developing their robotic skills.
• A strong team player with excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Committed to clinical excellence, teaching, research and continuous service improvement.

The role

The Successful Candidate Will Have The Opportunity To

• Deliver a high-quality elective and emergency Upper GI surgical service.
• Develop and expand their specialist interest in bariatric surgery.
• Undertake and develop robotic-assisted surgical procedures as part of our evolving minimally invasive surgery programme.
• Work closely with gastroenterology, oncology, radiology, anaesthetics, dietetics and other members of the multidisciplinary team.
• Contribute to service development, clinical governance, teaching and training.
• Support the continued development of specialist Upper GI and bariatric pathways across Cornwall.

We are particularly interested in candidates who can bring robotic surgical expertise and enthusiasm for developing innovative, minimally invasive approaches to patient care.

Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust is the biggest provider of healthcare services in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. Our three main sites are Royal Cornwall Hospital Truro, St Michael's Hospital Hayle and West Cornwall Hospital Penzance, our staff and services are available across the region.

RCHT employs 5,000+ staff, has a budget of £380 million and 658 beds.

This is a fantastic opportunity to combine an exciting consultant surgical career with an exceptional quality of life.

Cornwall offers a unique lifestyle, with stunning beaches, beautiful countryside and a relaxed coastal environment, while still providing excellent opportunities for professional development. Whether you enjoy surfing, sailing, walking, cycling, or simply making the most of the outdoors, Cornwall offers something very special.

You will be joining a friendly and supportive surgical community with the opportunity to make a genuine contribution to the development of specialist surgical services in the region.

For further information or an informal discussion about the post, please contact the surgical team.

For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Michael Clarke Job title: Specialty Lead for Upper GI Email address: [e-mail] Telephone number: 01872250000