Trust Grade Registrar - Vascular Surgery

ZeroAge; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider is seeking an enthusiastic Trust Grade doctor at ST3 level or above to join their Vascular Surgery department in Nottingham. This role offers valuable experience in vascular surgery through exposure to emergency and elective services. Responsibilities include performing complex vascular surgery, working with multidisciplinary teams, and participating in an out-of-hours rota. Candidates should have recent NHS experience, full MRCS, ALS, and relevant qualifications.

Qualifications

• Full GMC registration is essential.
• MBBS or equivalent is required.
• Must have full MRCS and ALS qualifications.
• Good recent experience in vascular surgery in a large acute hospital.
• At least 12 months NHS experience needed.

Responsibilities

• Support the busy service and participate in an out‑of‑hours rota.
• Attend clinics, theatre sessions, and ward rounds.
• Participate in the local teaching program, audit, and research projects.
• Build upon clinical experience and master procedural techniques.
• Progress towards independent practice at Registrar level.

Skills

Vascular surgery experience

Communication skills

Time management

Education

MBBS or equivalent

Full GMC registration

Full MRCS

ALS

Job description

Job Summary

NUH is looking to appoint an enthusiastic and highly motivated Trust Grade doctor at ST3 level or above to support our Vascular Surgery department. This role provides excellent experience in vascular surgery with exposure to emergency and elective services. You will work closely with consultants, other junior doctors and multidisciplinary teams.

Main duties

The NUH Vascular department is the regional tertiary referral unit for complex vascular (including endovascular) referrals and emergencies. Responsibilities include performing complex vascular surgery, working closely with Interventional Radiology colleagues, attending MDTs, and supporting the 1:8 on‑call rota at QMC. The post holder should have completed core surgical training (or equivalent), hold full MRCS, ALS and have NHS experience.

About Us

With over 19,000 staff, NUH is one of the biggest employers in the city and plays a leading role in research, education and innovation. We value diversity and invite applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, Disabled and other under‑represented groups.

Details

• Posted: 05 January 2026
• Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
• Grade: Doctor - other
• Salary: £65,048 to £73,992 per annum
• Contract: Fixed term
• Duration: 6 months
• Working pattern: Full‑time
• Reference number: 164-7614790-VC
• Location: Queen's Medical Centre, Nottingham, NG7 2UH

Job responsibilities

Post holder will support various aspects of the busy service with a commitment to an out‑of‑hours rota, attend clinics, theatre sessions and ward rounds according to a weekly timetable. You will also participate in the local teaching programme, audit and research projects, and may map experiences to core curriculum competencies. Key responsibilities include:

• Build upon postgraduate clinical experience and master procedural techniques.
• Further develop expertise in managing sick patients and a variety of conditions.
• Hone communication skills with patients, relatives and colleagues.
• Progress toward independent practice at Registrar level, leading ward rounds and making decisions with consultant supervision.
• Develop skills in managing time and conflicting priorities.

Person Specification

Essential

• Full GMC registration
• MBBS or equivalent
• Full MRCS
• ALS
• Good recent experience of vascular surgery in a large acute hospital
• At least 12 months NHS experience
• Completion of key competencies equivalent to at least CT/junior registrar level
• Experience working out of hours with limited support
• Evidence of participation in clinical audit/quality improvement
• Able to work the full range of shifts (days, nights, lates, on‑calls) and travel to other sites if necessary

Desirable

• Postgraduate qualifications
• Experience and enthusiasm for undergraduate and postgraduate teaching

Disclosures

Applications must meet the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. Candidates may need to submit a Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Skill‑worker sponsorship is available for eligible applicants. UK registration is required.

Employer Details

Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trusts
Queen's Medical Centre
Nottingham
NG7 2UH

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