Trust Doctor - Vascular (ST3/ST4/ST5)

Sunderland GP Alliance; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Sunderland is seeking a Trust Doctor in Vascular Surgery. This role offers a unique opportunity for experienced trainees to enhance their skills in a modern, supportive environment. The successful candidate will work in a major arterial center, gaining exposure to both emergency and elective vascular procedures. With a commitment to education and innovation, the Trust provides a collaborative atmosphere for professional growth. Join a dedicated team and make a significant impact on patient care.

Benefits

Fitness Centre

Childcare assistance

Hospital libraries

Qualifications

• Experience at ST3+ level or equivalent required.
• Full GMC registration is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a 1:6 on-call rota supporting vascular services.
• Active participation in departmental meetings and teaching programs.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

IT literacy

Education

Primary Medical Qualification

MRCS or equivalent

Job description

South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust

Trust Doctor - Vascular (ST3/ST4/ST5)

The closing date is 27 May 2025

Applications are invited for the post of Trust Doctor in Vascular Surgery (SPR-level). The successful applicant will work a 1 in 6 vascular on-call with no commitment to General Surgery. The post would suit experienced trainees (senior SHO/core trainees) who wish to obtain further grounding/experience in open and endovascular surgery, prior to appointment on a higher surgical training programme. This post offers an opportunity for a SPR equivalent surgical trainee to gain experience in a large acute hospital, gaining wide experience in emergency and elective practice. The post holder will also have the opportunity to attend departmental surgery teaching sessions, participate in Morbidity and Mortality meetings, and present audits to peers. We are one of three tertiary centres for vascular services in the North East, serving a population of approximately 900,000. The service comprises 8 Consultant Surgeons and 5 Specialist Vascular Nurses, supported by junior doctors (4xF1, 2xSHO, 6xSpR), nursing, and administrative staff, with input from departments such as Occupational Therapy, Podiatry, and Physiotherapy. The team collaborates closely with Radiology to offer non-invasive treatments for vascular patients, working with specialist interventional Radiologists.

Main duties of the job

The service provides a comprehensive Endovascular Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Repair (EVAR) programme. Major operations are performed at Sunderland as the arterial hub, with outpatient clinics at Sunderland, South Tyneside, Bishop Auckland, and North Durham Hospitals. A dedicated vascular ward at Sunderland Royal Hospital has a capacity for 24 patients and is managed by a Ward Manager and two Junior Sisters. Day-case procedures are also conducted at Durham Treatment Centre for local patients. The Directorate is committed to education, innovation, clinical effectiveness, and efficiency, aiming to deliver patient-centric care and improve service access for the local populations.

The successful candidate will support senior colleagues in shaping and maintaining this modern department's services.

Informal discussions and visits can be arranged by contacting us.

About us

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One Team One Trust - We offer many reasons to work at our Trust, including our commitment to putting people first, accessible services, and award-winning teams. We value research, innovation, and addressing inequalities. Our culture promotes respect, fairness, civility, compassion, and a positive working environment.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds, especially from under-represented groups. We prioritize staff health and wellbeing, and provide access to high-quality education, training, career progression, and support. Flexible working arrangements are supported through our policy.

The Trust employs around 8,600 staff, providing hospital services to approximately 430,000 residents, with some specialized services reaching populations up to 860,000. We offer benefits such as a Fitness Centre, hospital libraries, chaplaincy support, and childcare assistance. The Trust will not accept applications that are AI generated.

Job responsibilities

We seek a motivated individual to join as a Trust Doctor at Registrar level in this major arterial centre. The post involves experience equivalent to ST3-6 trainees wishing to further their training in vascular and endovascular surgery. The unit specializes in surgeon-led/endovascular care, aortic surgery, carotid endarterectomy, lower limb reconstruction, and complex venous work. Active participation in departmental meetings, rota management, and teaching programs is expected. Clinical audit, governance, and morbidity & mortality meetings are mandatory.

The post involves participation in a 1:6 on-call rota supporting vascular services exclusively, with no on-call duties for General Surgery. It offers an excellent opportunity for junior surgical trainees to gain experience in a large acute hospital with contemporary tertiary vascular practices. The role is primarily based at Sunderland Royal Hospital, with some activities at other local hospitals.

This position is initially for 12 months and is not recognized for postgraduate training by the Deanery. Applicants should have full GMC registration, MRCS or equivalent, and experience at ST3+ level or equivalent. The role requires good clinical skills, independent procedural ability, and NHS experience.

Person Specification

• Understanding of CPD requirements and evidence of career development
• Commitment to personal and departmental CPD
• Membership of professional bodies
• Knowledge of clinical governance and risk management
• Excellent communication skills in English

Professional Behaviour and Attitude

• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team
• Effective communication with colleagues and patients
• Professional conduct aligned with Trust values
• Leadership skills
• IT literacy

Teaching

• Experience teaching medical students and Foundation Doctors

Qualifications

• Primary Medical Qualification
• Full GMC registration
• MRCS or equivalent
• Experience in Vascular Surgery at ST3+ level or equivalent
• Good clinical examination and diagnostic skills
• Ability to perform routine vascular procedures independently

Clinical Governance, Audit and Research

• Experience with audit projects
• Research publications or experience

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, requiring a DBS check for any criminal convictions.