Trust Specialist Registrar

Transformation Unit; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 75,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is recruiting a Trust Specialist Registrar in Cardiothoracic Surgery (MT05) for 12 months fixed term, primarily based at the John Radcliffe Hospital in Oxford. The post offers a challenging training environment covering adult cardiothoracic surgery with participation in clinical research, audit and teaching.

The role is full-time (40 hours per week) and involves on-call duties (1:8) and participation in MDTs, clinics and postoperative rounds, with

Qualifications

• GMC licence to practice is required.
• Core surgical training or equivalent completed.
• Six months registrar-level experience in CT surgery.
• Eligible to work in the UK NHS.

Responsibilities

• Carry out inpatient and outpatient CT surgery duties at John Radcliffe Hospital.
• Participate in the on-call rota and MDTs, clinics and postoperative rounds.
• Engage in research, audits and teaching as part of training.

Skills

Chest drains

Sternotomy

Thoracotomy

Conduit harvest

Surgical assisting

Leadership

Communication

Education

GMC Full Licence to Practice

Completion of Core Surgical Training or equivalent

6 months training at registrar level in cardiothoracic surgery

Job description

Main area Cardiothoracic Surgery Grade NHS Medical & Dental: Trust registrar MT05 Contract Fixed term: 12 months (N/a) Hours Full time - 40 hours per week Job ref 321-MRC-MS-8159906-S6

Employer Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site John Radcliffe Town Headington, Oxford Salary £76,582 Per Annum Salary period Yearly Closing 28/09/2026 23:59

Trust Specialist Registrar

NHS Medical & Dental: Trust registrar MT05

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research.

The Trust comprises of four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury.

Our values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer and the professional relationships we make with our patients, colleagues and the wider community. We call this Delivering Compassionate Excellence and its focus is on our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence.

Many of our recruitment programmes use Value Based Interviewing to identify those who have the skills we seek, who share our values and who are able to deliver compassionate excellence from the outset. We know that this makes a significant difference to your job satisfaction and above all the outcomes and experience of our patients and their families. For more information about our Values and Value Based Interviewing please visit www.ouh.nhs.uk/about/vision-and-values

Job overview

A full-time post as Specialist Registrar in Cardiothoracic Surgery for 1 year, extendable to a maximum of 2 years is available at the Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, based primarily at the John Radcliffe Hospital in Oxford. The Cardiothoracic unit provides a service which covers all aspects of adult Cardiothoracic Surgery (on- and off-pump CABG, aortic and mitral valve surgery, aortic aneurysm surgery, extended lung resection, VATS, endobronchial stents and thymectomies), excluding transplantation. The department requires participation in clinical research, audit and teaching. This post is not approved for training and does not carry an NTN and would be most suitable for someone early in their training and wishing to gain further experience in Cardiac and/or Thoracic Surgery

Main duties of the job

The post-holder’s duties will be primarily at the John Radcliffe Hospital although occasional contribution to clinics and inpatient care may be required at the Churchill hospital.

The post-holder will participate in the service’s inpatient and outpatient activities i.e. experience in operating theatre, regular MDTs and outpatient clinics and postoperative rounds. The post-holder will be expected to participate in the in-service training and teaching; training agreements will be made at the beginning of the appointment.

The post-holder will participate in the full-shift cardiothoracic registrar on-call rota (currently 1:8 resident on-call), dealing with all cardiothoracic referrals and covering the Cardiothoracic Critical Care Unit on a full shift rota.

Working for our organisation

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research. The Trust comprises four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury.

Our values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer and the professional relationships we make with our patients, colleagues and the wider community.

We call this Delivering Compassionate Excellence, and its focus is on our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence.

These values put patients at the heart of what we do and underpin the quality healthcare we would like for ourselves or a member of our family. Watch how we set out to deliver compassionate excellence via the OUH YouTube channel.

In 2023 NHS England launched its first sexual safety charter, and our Trust proudly signed it. We pledge zero tolerance for inappropriate sexual behaviour and commit to the ten core principles

Oxford University Hospitals promotes a safe, respectful hiring environment.

If you want to make a difference with us, come and join our team. Together, we will uphold the highest standards of care and professionalism.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

The post-holder’s duties will be primarily at the John Radcliffe Hospital although occasional contribution to clinics and inpatient care may be required at the Churchill hospital.

The post-holder will participate in the service’s inpatient and outpatient activities i.e. experience in operating theatre, regular MDTs and outpatient clinics and postoperative rounds. The post-holder will be expected to participate in the in-service training and teaching; training agreements will be made at the beginning of the appointment.

The post-holder will participate in the full-shift cardiothoracic registrar on‑call rota (currently 1:8 resident on‑call), dealing with all cardiothoracic referrals and covering the Cardiothoracic Critical Care Unit on a full shift rota.

Person specification

Qualifications

• GMC Full Licence to Practice
• Completion of Core Surgical Training or equivalent
• 6 months training at registrar level in cardiothoracic surgery

Experience

• Evidence of achievement of ST2 competencies relevant to cardiothoracic surgery.
• Experience sufficient to competently assist in cardiothoracic operations
• Experience sufficient to manage emergency cardiothoracic referrals
• Experience of managing/ performing emergency
• performing emergency sternal reopening

Skills

• Experience in chest drains, sternotomy, thoracotomy, conduit harvest and surgical assisting
• Sufficient leadership, organisational, and professional skills to undertake effectively this role
• Good interpersonal skills and experience of collaborating with multidisciplinary colleagues
• Sufficient spoken and written English to effectively discuss referrals over the telephone and in person
• Knowledge of the organisation of the NHS and how care is delivered within it
• Computing skills: ability to use electronic patient records
• Validated logbook demonstrating general surgical, cardiac or thoracic experience

Sexual Safety Charter : In 2023NHS England launched its first sexual safety charter, and our Trust proudly signed it. We pledge zero tolerance for inappropriate sexual behaviour and commit to the ten core principles

Oxford University Hospitals promotes a safe, respectful hiring environment.

If you want to make a difference with us, come and join our team. Together, we will uphold the highest standards of care and professionalism.

Vacancy Closures: Please note, this vacancy may close early if a high volume of applications are received.

Visa and Immigration: Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is able to offer Certificates of Sponsorship for all eligible roles for a Skilled Worker Visa without exception, provided the role meets the minimum salary and skill level criteria set by the Home Office (UKVI). All eligible candidates will be considered with equal consideration at all stages of the application and recruitment process. Skilled worker: Health and Care Visa | NHS Employers / Work in the UK - GOV.UK

COVID-19: The COVID-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and of course our patients from the virus when working in our healthcare settings. Whilst COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment, we do encourage our staff to get vaccinated. If you are unvaccinated there is helpful advice and information at Oxfordshire County Council Website where you can also find out more about how to access vaccination.

Probation Period: This post is subject to a 6 month probationary period. If you currently hold a contract of employment with the Oxford University Hospitals, this will not apply. This statement does not apply to Medical staff or Executive Appointments.

Referencing: When providing employment reference details please provide correct work related email addresses so references can be sought promptly when we are looking to progress your application. Your first referee will need to be your line manager, supervisor or clinical lead from your current or most recent post or place of study. Please note that if you have previously worked for the Trust we will require a reference from your last Manager, this information is essential if your offer of employment is to be confirmed.

To note: Applicants must write their own applications. If AI tools are used, the application may be rejected as this document is crucial for assessment. This does not prevent you from seeking support via AI with applications for the purposes of any disability and/or long-term health conditions.

No unsolicited recruitment agency telephone calls or emails.

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You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Application numbers

Please note that this job advertisement will close automatically once the application limit is reached, regardless of whether this occurs before the advertised closing date.

Name Lily Kirbride Job title PA to Ms Priya Sastry Email address [e-mail] Additional information Candidates are very welcome to visit the department and are invited to contact Ms Priya Sastry, Consultant Cardiac Surgeon via [e-mail] if they wish to do so.