Consultant Vascular and Endovascular Surgeon

NHS; Bedford; On-site; GBP 109,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable healthcare organization is seeking a Consultant Vascular Surgeon to join their team. The role emphasizes competence in traditional open and endovascular procedures. The successful candidate will be responsible for patient care, attend Vascular meetings, and participate in the Vascular emergency on-call rota. Essential qualifications include FRCS and GMC registration, alongside significant clinical experience in Vascular Surgery. The organization operates a hub-and-spoke model serving over a million people, providing a unique opportunity for advanced surgical practice.

Qualifications

• High level of clinical experience and competence in Vascular Surgery.
• Experience of clinical audit.
• Experience of teaching junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Undertake traditional open vascular procedures, including aortic and peripheral arterial surgery.
• Participate in the vascular emergency on‑call rota.
• Attend and contribute to weekly Vascular MDT meetings.

Skills

Organisational and communication skills

Team working

Leadership skills

Proven track record of safe and efficient surgery

Education

FRCS or equivalent

Full GMC registration with licence to practice

MD, PhD or higher degree

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking to appoint a substantive Consultant Vascular Surgeon to join our expanding team. The successful candidate will demonstrate competence across a comprehensive range of traditional open and endovascular procedures, with particular emphasis on endovascular techniques.

The appointee will join an established vascular network comprising Bedford, Luton, and Milton Keynes hospitals, serving a combined population of just over one million. The network operates a hub-and-spoke model, with Luton and Dunstable Hospital designated as the central hub for all planned and emergency arterial activity from 3 December 2025. We are a recognised centre for complex arterial surgery within the East of England.

Main Duties

The post holder will undertake the full spectrum of traditional open vascular procedures, including aortic and peripheral arterial surgery, across both elective and emergency settings. Proficiency in endovascular techniques—especially deep venous interventions—is highly valued. They will work within the established practices of the vascular unit, adhere to agreed care pathways, and collaborate effectively with colleagues to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

The consultant will be accountable for the quality of clinical work, professional behaviour and conduct, operating in accordance with the Trust’s values and the Standard Operating Procedures of the vascular team. Responsibility for patient care extends beyond on‑call periods, with formal and informal clinical discussions and comprehensive written handovers where appropriate.

Consultants will embody and promote the Trust’s core values: Teamwork, Honesty and Openness, Respect, Inclusivity, Valuing People, and Excellence in all aspects of communication and professional conduct.

Additional responsibilities include: attendance at weekly Vascular MDT meetings and the Vascular Grand Round; participation in the vascular emergency on‑call rota (currently 1:8) with a mandated 7‑day vascular service; contribution to departmental activities, quality improvement forums, and the Trust’s annual appraisal programme; formal responsibility for teaching, training and supervision of junior staff; engagement with continuing professional development; participation in governance, audit and quality improvement initiatives; and mentorship/coaching opportunities tailored to the appointee’s needs.

About Us

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust operates Bedford Hospital and Luton & Dunstable Hospital, a 400‑bed facility serving a population of approximately 320,000 with a 900,000 catchment for vascular services. The trust employs over 2,500 staff and benefits from strong community support and a successful charitable partnership that funds key projects such as the Primrose Cancer Department and a new MRI scanner.

Details

Date posted: 22 December 2025
Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade: Consultant
Salary: £109,725 to £145,478 per annum
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full‑time
Reference number: 416-GS-V-255
Job locations: Bedford Hospital, Luton & Dunstable Hospital (Kempston Road, Bedford/Luton, MK42 9DJ)

Closing Information

Closing date: 11 January 2026
Assessment date: Week commencing 28 January 2026
Interview date: 09 February 2026

Person Specification & Qualifications

Essential Qualifications:

• FRCS or equivalent
• Full GMC registration with licence to practice

Desirable Qualifications:

• MD, PhD or higher degree

Clinical Experience (Specialty) – Essential:

• High level of clinical experience and competence in Vascular Surgery

Clinical Experience (Specialty) – Desirable:

• Experience and competence in endovascular surgery

Interpersonal Skills – Essential:

• Organisational and communication skills
• Proven track record of safe and efficient surgery
• Team working
• Leadership skills

Teaching and Audit – Essential:

• Experience of clinical audit
• Teaching junior staff

Academic Achievements and Research – Desirable:

• Special interest complementary to other team members
• Publications in recognised peer‑review journals
• Research projects relating to specialty

Background Checks and Sponsorship

This post requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. Applications from job seekers who require Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome. Further information can be found on the UK Visas and Immigration website.

Employer Details

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Bedford Hospital / Luton and Dunstable Hospital
Kempston Road, Bedford / Luton, MK42 9DJ

Employer website: https://www.bedfordshirehospitals.nhs.uk/working-here/