Consultant in Upper GI Surgery | Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust

Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust; Truro; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust in Cornwall is seeking a Consultant in Upper GI Surgery to join our surgical team. You will lead elective and emergency Upper GI services, develop a bariatric interest, and contribute to minimally invasive, robotic-assisted procedures within a supportive multidisciplinary environment.

We value clinical excellence, teaching, research and continuous service improvement, with opportunities to shape Upper GI and bariatric pathways across Cornwall and beyond.

Qualifications

• Fully trained in Upper GI surgery and eligible for appointment at Consultant level.
• Experienced in complex Upper GI surgery.
• Experienced in bariatric surgery.
• Experienced in robotic surgery, or committed to developing robotic skills.
• Strong team player with excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Committed to clinical excellence, teaching, research and continuous service improvement.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Upper GI Surgery

Bariatric Surgery

Robotic Surgery

Communication

Leadership

Tools

Robotic systems

Job description

Consultant in Upper GI Surgery | Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and forward-thinkingConsultant Upper GI Surgeonto join our surgical team inCornwall.

We are seeking a surgeon with a strong interest and experience inUpper GI surgery, ideally with a specialist interest inbariatric surgeryand experience inrobotic-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

We are looking for a Consultant who is:

• 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 inrobotic 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 inbariatric surgery.
• Undertake and developrobotic-assisted surgical proceduresas 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 bringrobotic surgical expertiseand 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.

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This advert closes on Sunday 29 Nov 2026