Specialty Doctor (post CCT Fellow) in Upper GI Surgery

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire (UHCW) NHS Trust; Coventry; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Specialty Doctor in Upper GI Surgery to join their dynamic team. This role offers a unique opportunity for specialized training and experience in a modern facility renowned for its surgical excellence. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality patient care, participating in complex surgical procedures, and contributing to the educational mission of the hospital. With a commitment to innovation and research, this position promises a rewarding career path in a supportive environment, perfect for those looking to advance their skills ahead of consultant roles.

Qualifications

• Specialist training and experience in Upper GI surgery.
• Involvement in major Upper GI cancer resection and laparoscopic procedures.

Responsibilities

• Care for complex Upper GI & Bariatric patients.
• Assist in Upper GI/General surgery procedures.
• Participate in on-call rota for emergency surgical care.

Skills

Upper GI Surgery

Bariatric Surgery

Emergency Surgical Care

Education

Higher Specialist Training

Job description

Specialty Doctor (post CCT Fellow) in Upper GI Surgery

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Job Summary

We reserve the right to close a vacancy before the closing date if we receive a high volume of applications or if there has been a change in organisational priorities.

This is an exciting post designed to offer specialist training and experience in Upper GI surgery, for trainees around the time of completion of higher specialist training and looking for some extra training ahead of applying for consultant positions. UHCW is a modern facility with all surgical specialties represented on site. There are excellent educational facilities.

Job Summary

We reserve the right to close a vacancy before the closing date if we receive a high volume of applications or if there has been a change in organisational priorities.

This is an exciting post designed to offer specialist training and experience in Upper GI surgery, for trainees around the time of completion of higher specialist training and looking for some extra training ahead of applying for consultant positions. UHCW is a modern facility with all surgical specialties represented on site. There are excellent educational facilities.

The post holder will occupy a key organisational role in the Upper GI team, which comprises 4 consultants, 5 middle grades, 2 CT grades, 2 FY1s and 5 ACPs. This post allows for development

in skills in all areas of Upper GI surgery, including in major Upper GI cancer resection, laparoscopic upper GI benign work, and bariatrics. There are many opportunities for day case general surgery and upper GI endoscopy lists as well.

UHCW is one of the UK's busiest Major Trauma Centres and the acute take provides excellent emergency surgical exposure. The successful candidate will participate on the on-call rota as the senior Middle-Grade and will be expected to deal with the majority of an unselected acute General Surgical take.

Main duties of the job

Day to day care of complex Upper GI & Bariatric patients

Attending theatre for training and assisting in all types of Upper GI/General surgery procedures.

Lead in preparation of patients and effective running of Upper GI lists.

Attend MDT meetings and co-ordinate care and list planning for oesophageal and gastric cancer patients

Support outpatient activity of the unit, as required

Perform audit of overall activity of the unit and supervise collection and presentation of mandatory morbidity and mortality data

The post holder will be accountable for improving and complying with infection control practices and independently operate (STU) to support the 'Hot Gall bladder' service. Post holder will be able to do Consultant on-call (under supervision) if required to cover sickness.

On call and emergency care: Fellow will be part of 1:9 on call cover for emergency and trauma care. UHCW is a tertiary trauma centre and the specialty doctor will be exposed to acute and delayed management of emergency General and Upper GI surgery. Part of on-call will be covering hot surgical clinic and emergency general surgery on-call cover.

About Us

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire (UHCW) NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.

We are extremely proud of our skilled employees across our hospital sites in Coventry and Rugby, with high quality patient care positioned at the heart of everything we do.

Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a national and international leader in healthcare.

By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities.

There has never been a better time to join our team.

Date posted

16 April 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Specialty Doctor

Salary

£59,175 to £95,400 a year Per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

218-T1-MED-7068434-A

Job locations

University Hospital Coventry and Warwickshire

Clifford Bridge Road

Coventry

CV2 2DX

Job Description

Job responsibilities

On call and emergency care: Fellow will be part of 1:9 on call cover for emergency and trauma care. UHCW is a tertiary trauma centre and the specialty doctor will be exposed to acute and delayed management of emergency General and Upper GI surgery. Part of on-call will be covering hot surgical clinic and emergency general surgery on-call cover.

Job Description

Job responsibilities

On call and emergency care: Fellow will be part of 1:9 on call cover for emergency and trauma care. UHCW is a tertiary trauma centre and the specialty doctor will be exposed to acute and delayed management of emergency General and Upper GI surgery. Part of on-call will be covering hot surgical clinic and emergency general surgery on-call cover.

Person Specification

Qualifications

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• Meets all Essential Criteria
  
  

Desirable

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Courses

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Desirable

• Meets all Desirable Level
  
  

Employment History

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Desirable

• Meets all Desirable Level
  
  

Declaration of Practical Experience

Essential

• Meets all Essential Criteria
  
  

Desirable

• Meets all Desirable Level
  
  

Teaching

Essential

• Meets all Essential Criteria
  
  

Desirable

• Meets all Desirable Level
  
  

Audit research/ Publications

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Desirable

• Meets all Desirable Level
  
  

Management and Leadership Experience

Essential

• Meets all Essential Criteria
  
  

Person Specification

Essential

• Meets all Essential Criteria
  
  

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust

Address

University Hospital Coventry and Warwickshire

Clifford Bridge Road

Coventry

CV2 2DX

Employer's website

https://www.jobsatuhcw.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust

Address

University Hospital Coventry and Warwickshire

Clifford Bridge Road

Coventry

CV2 2DX

Employer's website

https://www.jobsatuhcw.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)

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