Senior Bariatric Clinical Fellow

NHS; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits an enthusiastic surgeon to join a friendly team as an RCS Senior Clinical Fellow in Bariatric Surgery. This role offers a chance to gain invaluable experience in a large bariatric center, enhancing skills in performing bariatric procedures independently and managing patient care. The renowned Bariatric Unit provides a full range of surgeries, supported by a multidisciplinary team. The position encourages professional development and offers exposure to academic links with local universities. If you are passionate about surgical excellence and committed to patient care, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• GMC registration and FRCS or equivalent required.
• Experience in laparoscopic procedures and independent surgical practice essential.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the General Surgery on-call rota.
• Perform a range of bariatric surgeries and manage patient care.

Skills

Laparoscopic Surgery

Interpersonal Skills

Patient Communication

Surgical Practice

Education

GMC Registration

FRCS or Equivalent

Job description

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic surgeon to join our innovative, friendly team as an RCS Senior Clinical Fellow in Bariatric Surgery. The successful applicant will participate in the General Surgery on-call rota and work as part of the bariatric team caring for bariatric, benign UGI, and emergency general surgical patients.

This post offers an ST7+ equivalent surgical trainee the chance to gain experience in a large bariatric centre, developing competence in performing bariatric procedures independently, managing patients through outpatient settings, and handling bariatric emergencies.

STFT is the lead Trust in the Wear base unit for the clinical curriculum as part of Newcastle University’s Regional Medical School. The Trust supports undergraduate teaching with a £4 million Education and Training Centre. The Directorate has strong academic links with Newcastle and Sunderland Universities, with honorary and visiting professorships, and a dedicated teaching fellow.

Previous post holders have gained significant exposure to upper GI and Bariatric surgery, contributed to publications, and presented at national and international meetings, enhancing their career prospects.

This is a 12-month fixed-term post (1st November 2025 - 31st October 2026).

Main duties of the job

The renowned Bariatric Unit offers a full range of benign UGI surgeries, performed laparoscopically and robotically, supported by a multidisciplinary team. Procedures include Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass, One Anastomosis Gastric Bypass, Sleeve Gastrectomy, Gastric Banding, Gastric Balloons, and Revisional Bariatric Surgery, along with gallstone surgery, bile duct exploration, anti-reflux surgery, and hernia repairs.

Applicants must hold GMC registration and FRCS or equivalent. Evidence of professional development, laparoscopic experience, audit, and independent surgical practice is essential. Experience in training course leadership and presenting at meetings is desirable.

The successful candidate will thrive in a team environment, demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills, communicate effectively with patients and staff, and be committed to medical education and research. A positive, flexible attitude is vital.