Trust Doctor - Perioperative (C/ST3 - ST5)

NHS; Exeter; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare trust in Devon is seeking a Trust Doctor in Perioperative medicine for a full-time role. The position requires a Medical degree and GMC registration, offering opportunities in a dynamic team. Responsibilities include managing patients on perioperative pathways and involvement in teaching and research. The role is 9-to-5, Monday to Friday, with a supportive work environment and numerous employee benefits including extensive leave and support for continuing professional development. Applications from diverse backgrounds are encouraged.

Benefits

27-33 days paid annual leave

NHS Pension scheme

Staff discounts

Car lease schemes

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Must have a Medical degree and GMC registration.
• Experience in perioperative care is essential.
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Assess and manage perioperative patients.
• Involve in teaching, research, and quality improvement.
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Clinical knowledge

Research involvement

Education

Medical degree

GMC Registration

Job description

Go back Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Trust Doctor - Perioperative (C/ST3 - ST5)

The closing date is 01 February 2026

This is an opportunity to work with the Perioperative medicine team as part of an exciting and evolving speciality within the RDUH Trust (Eastern). The position is for a fixed term role depending on the candidate and is a full-time role with flexibility to accommodate part time candidates.

Main duties of the job

For more detail about the main duties of this role, please see the job description section below. As a key member of the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, you will be joining an exceptional team working together to help our patients to stay healthy, when they need it most.

About us

Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.

We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford).

Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within peoples own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).

Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.

Its never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as youll help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.

Job responsibilities

For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below.

More detail about the role

This dynamic team is a multidisciplinary firm and is led by 4 Consultants. We are striving to improve the care provided to patients on perioperative pathways. It is a ward-based role within day‑time hours which will involve working at registrar/senior registrar level. Full details can be found on the job description and do not hesitate to contact us for additional queries. Opportunities exist to experience all components of the pathway including anaesthetic high risk clinics, CPET experience, operating theatre, Geriatric and MDT meetings. We also encourage active involvement in teaching, research and quality improvement in this field.

This is a fixed term position until 5th August 2026 or 1st February 2027 (start date to be confirmed).

Working Pattern: Daytime hours Monday - Friday

Interview Date: 04th February 2026

For further information please contact: Sheena Hubble, Perioperative Clinical Lead - at [e-mail]

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.

This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there.

Looking after you is important to us.

We strive to help our staff create a healthy work‑life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.

If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.

You'll benefit from an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness, and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers.

Salary is not the only financial benefit.

You'll also have access to other benefits including:

• National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
• Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter.
• Car lease schemes.
• The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
• Cycle to work scheme.

These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.

Person Specification

General Requirements

• See job description text above, and (where) you can download a copy of the full job description.
• See job description text above, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description.

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.

Employer name

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

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