Consultant Vascular Surgeon

Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An exceptional opportunity awaits a Consultant Vascular Surgeon at a leading NHS foundation trust in Sheffield. This role offers the chance to work alongside an award-winning team dedicated to innovation and high-quality patient care. The successful candidate will engage in outpatient clinics, inpatient surgeries, and multidisciplinary team meetings, contributing to the development of an endovascular service. With a focus on professional growth and support for ambitions, this position is ideal for those looking to make a significant impact in a vibrant and green city surrounded by stunning countryside.

Qualifications

• Full registration with GMC and appropriate surgical qualifications required.
• Clinical training in vascular surgery equivalent to UK CCST.

Responsibilities

• Provision of outpatient clinics and inpatient operating lists.
• Collaboration with vascular surgeons and radiologists.

Skills

Vascular Surgery

Clinical Audit

Teaching

Research Skills

Education

FRCS or FEBVS

CCT in Vascular Surgery

MD or PhD

Job description

We are looking to appoint a Whole time Consultant Vascular Surgeon to Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust based at the Northern General Hospital.

We would welcome applications from candidates across the full spectrum of experience, from those who have recently completed training to those who have well-established careers.

Any candidate who is unable for personal reasons to work full-time will be eligible to be considered for the post if such a person is appointed, modification of the job content will be discussed on a personal basis with the Trust in consultation with consultant colleagues.

Should any further vacancies arise shortlisted applicants will be considered.

Main duties of the job

The appointee will, together with Consultant colleagues, be responsible for the provision of outpatient clinics, inpatient and day case operating lists, and attendance at MDTs and ward rounds.

The successful candidate will work according to the terms and conditions of the national Consultant Contract.

Opportunities are available for a successful candidate with appropriate training and experience to help develop the endovascular service from vascular surgery perspective in partnership with existing vascular surgeons, and in collaboration with the Vascular Radiologists.

Please refer to the Job Description for further information regarding the post.

About us

Located on rolling hills and dissected by river valleys, Sheffield is one if the greenest and most wooded cities in Europe. More than a third of the city lies inside the beautiful Peak District National Park, and it is virtually surrounded by open countryside. Its central location and excellent transport links also means it is less than two hours from most major metropolitan areas.

Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's busiest and most successful NHS foundation trusts. This is an exceptional opportunity to join an award winning and internationally recognised team, with focus on innovation, research and high-quality care, as well as family friendly working, and we are keen to discuss with individuals about how we can support their ambitions.

Job description
Job responsibilities

Please refer to the supporting job description and person specification which will outline the duties of the role including an indicative job plan.

The successful candidate must be registered with the GMC with a valid licence to practice. For further information please visit the GMC website and click on the Registration and Licensing link. You will also have completed Specialist Training (or equivalent) and be entered on the Specialist Register of the GMC, or have a CCT date within six months of the date of interview.

Non-UK/EEA applicants should ensure they are aware of the recent changes to the Immigration rules. For further information on how this may affect your application visit the UK Government website.

Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust promotes Equality of opportunity and Diversity within the workplace.

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• Full and Specialist registration (with a licence to practise) with the General Medical Council (GMC) or be eligible for registration within six months of interview.
• Appropriate higher surgical qualification in Vascular Surgery (eg FRCS, FEBVS)
• If an applicant is UK trained, they must also be a holder of a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) or be within six months of award of CCT by date of interview.

Desirable

• MD or PhD or equivalent

Clinical experience
Essential

• Clinical training and experience in vascular surgery equivalent to that required for UK CCST
• Ability to work as an independent practitioner in the specialty covered by the post.

Research
Essential

• Ability to critically assess published research and incorporate it into clinical practice where appropriate

Desirable

• Publications in Peer reviewed journals.
• Ideas for future research whilst in post

Teaching and training
Essential

• Experience of teaching medical students and junior doctors

CPD
Essential

• Evidence of participation in CME/CPD in the last 12 months

Desirable

• Maintenance of a CPD diary or portfolio

Management and Administration
Essential

• Evidence of ability to work with management and previous experience of management groups.

Clinical governance and audit
Essential

• Experience in performing clinical audit

Desirable

• Completion and publication of a substantive audit project or service improvement project

Personal attributes
Essential

• Demonstrates behaviour consistent with PROUD values
• Good written communication skills

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