Senior Clinical Fellow — Advanced Abdominal Wall Reconstruction

NHS National Services Scotland; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Scotland is seeking a Senior Clinical Fellow in General Surgery focusing on Abdominal Wall Reconstruction. The role requires advanced skills in laparoscopic and open hernia management, with responsibilities including patient care, operative planning, and teamwork with various specialties. Ideal candidates will have completed Post CCT training and will have practical experience in hernia surgeries. This full-time position is fixed term starting August 2026.

Qualifications

• Must have completed Post CCT training in surgery.
• Experience in open and laparoscopic hernia surgery is essential.
• Support from current trainers regarding suitability for advanced surgery.

Responsibilities

• Perform and assist in advanced hernia repair procedures.
• Participate in patient selection and postoperative care.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive surgery.

Skills

Advanced laparoscopic surgery

Open hernia repair

Patient selection and care

Collaborative teamwork

Education

Post CCT in surgery

Adequate prior training in hernia surgery

Job description

A leading healthcare provider in Scotland is seeking a Senior Clinical Fellow in General Surgery focusing on Abdominal Wall Reconstruction. The role requires advanced skills in laparoscopic and open hernia management, with responsibilities including patient care, operative planning, and teamwork with various specialties. Ideal candidates will have completed Post CCT training and will have practical experience in hernia surgeries. This full-time position is fixed term starting August 2026.