Specialty Doctor in Breast Surgery

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS Trust in Manchester seeks an enthusiastic Speciality Doctor to join the Breast Unit, working 40 hours per week. Candidates should have a background in oncoplastic breast surgery and a commitment to service development. The role involves working closely with a multidisciplinary team to provide comprehensive services. The Trust values professional development and offers support within available resources.

Qualifications

• Surgeons with a proven sub-specialty interest in oncoplastic breast surgery.
• Enthusiasm to contribute to service development in line with National guidance.
• Interest in achieving CESR or equivalent professional development opportunities where applicable.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the multidisciplinary team to provide comprehensive oncoplastic breast services.

Skills

Proven sub-specialty interest in oncoplastic breast surgery

Enthusiasm for service development

Interest in achieving CESR

Job description

Overview

Enthusiastic and highly motivated individuals are invited to submit an application for an established Speciality Doctor role within the Breast Unit at Wythenshawe Hospital or North Manchester General Hospital owned and managed by the Manchester Foundation Trust. Candidates will have a strong background in all aspects of the speciality. The post is for 40 hours per week (10 PAs). All Trust locations are within easy reach of Manchester City Centre, which offers a plethora of leisure and social opportunities. One post will be based in the South Sector at Wythenshawe Hospital, and one post will be based in the North Sector at North Manchester General Hospital. The posts will appeal to appropriately trained surgeons who have a proven sub-specialty interest in oncoplastic breast surgery. The appointees will have the enthusiasm to work with colleagues to develop the service in line with National guidance. The Trust is committed to continued professional development and will support the appointee within available resources.

Responsibilities

The successful candidates will work closely with the multidisciplinary team to provide comprehensive oncoplastic breast services to patients cared for by Manchester Breast Service.

Qualifications and Experience

• Surgeons with a proven sub-specialty interest in oncoplastic breast surgery.
• Enthusiasm to contribute to service development in line with National guidance.
• Interest in achieving CESR or equivalent professional development opportunities where applicable.

Professional Development and Support

The Trust is committed to continued professional development and will support the appointee within available resources.

Application Process and Resources

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. To be informed before applying, read the "Candidate Essentials Guide" that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides details about the Trust, our benefits, and how we care for you as you care for others. It also contains critical information you’ll need to be aware of before submitting an application form.

Diversity and Equality

Diversity Matters. MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce. 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. If you have any special requirements to help with your application, email our team at [email protected].

About MFT

MFT is England's largest NHS Trust with a turnover of £3bn and is a major academic Research Centre & Education provider, with a robust infrastructure to encourage and facilitate high-quality research programmes. We champion collaborative working and transformation and aim to create an inclusive culture of inclusion and belonging, offering equal opportunities for career development that are fair, open and transparent, protecting health and wellbeing, and shaping the future of our organisation together.