RCS(Eng) Senior Clinical Fellow in Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

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

Job summary

A prestigious NHS Trust is seeking a Plastic Surgeon to join their department. This role, commencing in October 2025, offers a unique opportunity to develop clinical and surgical skills specializing in Skin Oncology, with a focus on transitioning candidates to independent practice. Successful applicants must be GMC registered and hold the necessary qualifications for this highly rewarding position.

Qualifications

• Registered with the GMC with a licence to practise at point of application.
• CCT in Plastic Surgery or equivalent by the interview date.
• Demonstrable interest in Skin Oncology.

Responsibilities

• Perform independent day case minor surgical skin procedures.
• Provide support for candidates transitioning to independent consultant roles.
• Engage in teaching medical students and junior doctors.

Skills

Communication skills

Surgical skills

Critical assessment of research

Education

MBBS or equivalent

FRCS (Plast) or equivalent

MRCS or equivalent

Higher degree (MD, MS, MChir)

Job description

The appointment is to commence in October 2025 for a fixed term period of 12 months. A FRCS (Plast) or equivalent is essential. The post does not award a National Training Number. As this post is not recognised as a 'training post', full registration with the GMC with a licence to practise is required, and if the appointee does not hold right of residence in the UK sponsorship will be required. The duties of this post are appropriate to an individual holding a Certificate of Completion of Training in Plastic Surgery

Main duties of the job

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

The post is ideal for candidates wishing to pursue a career in Plastic Surgery with a subspecialty interest in Skin Oncology with an aim of supporting candidates transitioning from supervised trainee to becoming an independent and confident consultant colleague. There are significant opportunities within the Plastic Surgery department to expand on clinical, operative, educational and academic skills which will assist candidates in becoming well rounded Surgical Skin Oncologists.

About us

These are the values that all staff at Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust are expected to demonstrate in all that they do. Patients First - Ensure that the people we serve are at the heart of what we do

Respectful - Be kind, respectful, fair and value diversity

Ownership - Celebrate our successes, learn continuously and ensure we improve

Unity - Work in partnership with others

Deliver - Be efficient, effective and accountable for our actions

The Trust have developed a PROUD Behaviours framework which details specific behaviours we expect to see and do not expect to see, aligned to each of the five PROUD Values. For further details of our services and organisational structure, including our Board of Directors, and our future plans please visit www.sth.nhs.uk/about-us

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 work plan.

The successful candidate must be Registered with the GMC with a licence to practise at the time of application . For further information please visit the GMC website and click on the Registration and Licensing link.

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

• Registered with the GMC with a licence to practise at point of application
• MBBS or equivalent
• FRCS (Plast) or equivalent
• MRCS or equivalent
• Candidates must be within 6 months of CCT date or equivalent by the time of interview.

Desirable

• GMC Specialist Register in Plastic Surgery
• Certificate of Completion in Training in Plastic Surgery or equivalent
• Higher degree (MD, MS, MChir)

Clinical experience

Essential

• Evidence of higher training and specialist interest in Plastic Surgery
• Demonstrable interest in Skin Oncology
• Competent in performing independent day case minor surgical skin procedures

Desirable

• ATLS trained
• Previous experience in skin cancer management including SLNB and lymph node dissections
• Completed Dermascopy course and/or EMSB course

Research

Essential

• Ability to critically assess published research and incorporate it into clinical practice where appropriate/Basic understanding of research methods and statistics (Depending on level of post)

Desirable

• Publications in Peer reviewed journals related to Skin Oncology

Teaching and training

Essential

• Experience of teaching medical students and junior doctors (if considered appropriate to the post)

Personal attributes

Essential

• Demonstrates behaviour consistent with PROUD values (see appendix)
• Good written communication skills including IT
• The applicant must demonstrate skills in listening, reading, writing and speaking the English language that enables effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues as set out in the GMC' good medical practice (2013).

Continuous Professional Development

Essential

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

Desirable

• Maintenance of a CPD diary or portfolio
• Attendance at Skin Oncology meetings

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