Senior Locally Employed Doctor in Colorectal Surgery

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare trust is seeking a qualified General Surgeon with essential clinical knowledge and experience in audit and research. The successful candidate will be responsible for patient care and surgical procedures, demonstrating excellent communication skills. This role offers a competitive salary and opportunities for professional development within a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Primary medical qualification and CCT in General Surgery required.
• Experience in audit and research skills essential.
• Excellent communication skills necessary for patient interaction.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for patient care and surgical procedures.
• Involved in research and audit activities.
• Must demonstrate effective communication with patients and colleagues.

Skills

Clinical knowledge

Research skills

Audit experience

Communication

Education

Primary medical qualification (e.g., MBChB)

Certificate of Completion of Training in General Surgery

Further additional qualification

Job description

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Detailed job description and main responsibilities

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you'll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the 'Supporting Documents' heading. So that you're even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, you'll need to take time to read the 'Candidate Essentials Guide' that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how 'we care for you as you care for others'. Most importantly, it also contains critical information you'll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.

Diversity Matters

MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity, and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, email our team at [e-mail].

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Person specification

Education / Qualifications

Essential criteria

• Primary medical qualification (e.g., MBChB)
• Certificate of Completion of Training in General Surgery / Colorectal, CCT, or equivalent
• Further additional qualification

Desirable criteria

• Attainment or working toward MSc / MD / PHD or equivalent
• Adult life support provider (ALS / ATLS)
• Bachelor of Obstetrics & Gynaecology (BAO)

Skills / Knowledge / Experience

Essential criteria

• Relevant speciality clinical knowledge & training, as per Royal College of Surgeons
• Research Skills: Demonstrates understanding of the basic principles of research
• Experience of active involvement in Audit (clear description, outcomes & appropriate experience for level of application)

Desirable criteria

• Clinical: Interest / experience in Endometriosis Surgery, Pelvic Floor / Mesh Surgery.
• Research / Publications: Evidence of relevant peer reviewed papers and other publications (e.g., book chapter, book editor, case report)
• Presentations: Oral or poster at international, national or regional meetings
• Management: Relevant contribution to management within General Surgery (e.g., rotas, committees etc.)
• Teaching: Formal training (e.g., courses, PG certificate, etc.) and evidenced experience

Communication

Essential criteria

• Is empathetic and sensitive to patients' needs Able to explain things clearly - particularly complex or sensitive information
• Is able to influence and persuade effectively
• All applicants to have demonstrable skills in written and spoken English that are adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues
• Demonstrate skills in listening, reading, writing and speaking in English that enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues, as set out in the GMC's Good Medical Practice (2024).
• Excellent written & verbal communication skills in order to be able to write & present reports at board level.

Other

Essential criteria

• Satisfactory Work Health Assessment
• Capacity to take responsibility for own actions and demonstrate a non-judgemental approach towards others.
• Displays honesty, integrity, awareness of confidentiality & ethical issues.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Documents to download

• Job Description (PDF, 288.6KB)
• Person specification (PDF, 152.6KB)
• Functional Requirements (PDF, 920.2KB)
• Candidate Essential Guide Medical and Dental (PDF, 1.4MB)