Trust Doctor in General Surgery (ST1-ST2)

NHS; City Of London; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A major healthcare provider is seeking a doctor to join their team at the Royal London Hospital. The role focuses on emergency general surgery with opportunities for subspecialty training. Candidates must have full GMC registration and are encouraged to pursue further surgical experience. Competitive salary offered between £44,170 to £46,675 per annum. Full-time position with a fixed-term contract of 12 months.

Qualifications

• Broad knowledge of pre- and post-operative patient care.
• BLS certification and NHS or equivalent experience required.
• Full GMC registration with Licence to Practice.

Responsibilities

• Full participation in the general surgery on-call rota.
• Attend ward rounds, outpatient clinics, and elective operating lists.
• Pursue individual training requirements including theatre sessions and audit.

Skills

Ability to work well in a multi-disciplinary environment

Strong sense of responsibility

Education

MBBS or equivalent

Job description

Job Summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen to work at the Royal London Hospital Department of General Surgery. The appointee will be attached to Colorectal, Vascular or Hepatobiliary surgical subspecialty firms and will participate in the on-call rota for General surgery and major trauma. The post is due to start as soon as possible.

The post predominantly provides practical emergency general surgery experience, but the postholder will also have duties with a subspecialty unit, including ward rounds, outpatient clinic and elective operating list attendance.

This position will suit doctors with full GMC registration with Licence to Practice, and relevant basic experience, interested in gaining further surgical experience before applying for entry to specialist training.

Main duties of the job

An exciting opportunity exists to work at the Royal London Hospital with full participation in the general surgery on-call rota.

The General Surgery Service Consultants have a range of interests including Upper Gastrointestinal, HPB, Colorectal, Academic, Military, Trauma and Vascular Surgery.

Providing tertiary care as part of the subspecialty units requires individuals to be well organised, and to be able to interface with multiple specialties.

There is opportunity to pursue individual training requirements including theatre sessions, audit, research, or outpatient sessions depending on personal development plans.

This position will suit doctors interested in gaining further surgical experience, before applying for higher posts.

This is a non-Deanery post and requires full GMC registration with licence to practice.

About Us

The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world‑class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services.

Our vision is to be a high‑performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm‑free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.

We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate, and support an inclusive working environment where staff treat one another with dignity and respect. We aim to create an equitable working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential.

Barts Health supports The Pregnancy Loss Pledge and commits to supporting their staff through the distress of miscarriage.

Job Details

Date posted: 04 November 2025

Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade: Doctor - other

Salary: £44,170 to £46,675 a year per annum

Contract: Fixed term

Duration: 12 months

Working pattern: Full‑time

Reference number: 259-MED7452746RLH-B

Job location: Royal London Hospital, Whitechapel Rd., London, E1 1FR

Job Description

The full job description and the person specification provide an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, outlining the qualification, skills, experience, and knowledge required. Please view the attachment below.

Please be advised that the vacancy advertisement may close early if a sufficient number of applications are received. Therefore, we recommend that you submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Person Specification

Essential

• Qualifications: MBBS or equivalent
• Knowledge: Broad knowledge of pre‑ and post‑operative patient care
• Clinical expertise in Specialty: BLS; NHS or equivalent experience in relevant fields
• Personal skills: Ability to work well in a multi‑disciplinary environment; strong sense of responsibility
• Personal circumstances: Full GMC registration with Licence to Practice without restrictions; occupational health clearance

Desirable

• Qualifications: Part 1/2 MRCS
• Knowledge: ATLS, CCrISP, other relevant courses
• Academic achievements: Publications and presentations; evidence of involvement in audit and teaching
• Personal skills: (none explicitly listed but can include)

Other Requirements

• Disclosure and Barring Service Check: Subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A submission for Disclosure must be made 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.
• UK Registration: Applicants must have current UK professional registration.

Employer details

Employer: Barts Health NHS Trust

Address: Royal London Hospital, Whitechapel Rd., London, E1 1FR

Website: https://www.bartshealth.nhs.uk