Job summary
We are seeking a passionate and skilled Consultant Urologist to
join our innovative team at South Tyneside and Sunderland Hospital. This role
focuses on prostate and bladder cancer services, with a strong emphasis on
robotic surgery.
You will join a high-performing team that has completed over 2,000
robotic procedures, aiming for 200 pelvic procedures annually. The post
includes theatre lists, outpatient clinics, flexible cystoscopy, and
participation in the weekly Urology Cancer MDT. In-house mentoring will support
development in robotic prostatectomy and cystectomy, with opportunities to
engage in robotic reconstructive work.
Our department operates across a wide geographical area in the
North East, serving a population of 900,000. We are a designated Cancer Centre
for Urology, offering advanced procedures including robotic surgery,
cryotherapy, and reconstructive techniques.
We value collaboration, innovation, and excellence in patient
care. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive team and contribute
to a nationally recognised service.
Main duties of the job
This post focuses on
prostate and bladder cancer services. The successful candidate will join a
skilled team of robotic surgeons and nurses. Key responsibilities include:
Performing
robotic prostatectomy and cystectomy, with mentoring until independent
operating is achieved.
Delivering
theatre lists, outpatient clinics, and flexible cystoscopy.
Participating
in the weekly Urology Cancer MDT and wider oncology service.
Engaging
in robotic reconstructive procedures, with opportunities for further
development.
The post holder will
work alongside 15 Consultant Urologists across the directorate, supporting
outpatient, diagnostic, day case, and inpatient services. Clinics are held at
Sunderland, Durham, and South Tyneside. The on-call rota is 1:12.
The role includes
teaching and training at all levels, contributing to audit and research
programmes, and promoting team-based practice and innovation. The post holder
is expected to support national audits, recruit to clinical trials, and publish
surgical outcomes. They will also play a key role in shaping service
development and enhancing patient pathways through collaborative working and
evidence-based practice.
About us
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One Team One Trust - There are many reasons to work at our Trust. From our commitment to putting people first to our accessible services and award winning teams. We have a passion for research, innovation and tackling inequalities. We are committed to respect, fairness and civility and promote a compassionate, caring and positive culture / working environment.
We welcome all applications irrespective of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under- represented groups. Looking after our workforces health and wellbeing is a priority for us. We also provide access to high quality education, training, career progression and support. Flexible working is supported via our Flexible Working Policy.
The Trust employs around 8,746 people and provides a range of hospital services to a local community of around 430,000 residents. We also provide a range of more specialised services outside this area. We offer our staff outstanding benefits - Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support and access to a Care Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements.If you use AI,
and it poses a risk to the integrity of your individual recruitment process, we
may withdraw your application at any stage of the process.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will join the existing
team of consultants and will participate in the on-call rota.
Overall responsibilities include the
co-ordination and delivery of the strategic and operational aspects of the Urology
Services across Sunderland and South Tyneside and the wider sub-regional
catchment area. These will reflect
National and Local priorities including the strategic direction of STSFT and
the Directorate of Urology.
The post holder is expected to possess
CCT or equivalent and to be on the GMC Specialist Register at the time of
taking up the post.
The post holder is expected to attend
Directorate meetings and take part in Audit and Clinical Governance. Audit
takes place monthly on a rolling half day. The post-holder will undergo annual
appraisal, as do all medical staff in the Directorate. The post holder will
also be expected to develop the Service in keeping with National guidance.
The Urology Department is accredited for
Higher Surgical Training and is regarded as one of the premier training units
within the region. Feedback from the Foundation School survey and GPVT scheme
is very good.
The Department has an excellent record
of trainees passing post-graduate examinations. There is a representative from
the department on the Regional Specialty Training committee. The post-holder
will be expected to partake in training of all medical and other staff as well
as undergraduates to ensure trainees have a good training experience.
A well-stocked library with professional
librarians is situated in the postgraduate medical education centre at the SRH
site. A good number of Urology texts and journals are available.
Newcastle Medical School and its
Postgraduate facilities are 15 miles away. Sunderland University has been
awarded a Medical School with the first intake of student who commenced in
September 2019. The department provides educational opportunities for students
from both medical schools.
The appointee will be expected to
undergo continuing medical education and appraisal in accordance with the
guidelines agreed by the Royal College of Surgeons and GMC and the post-holder
will be entitled and encouraged to take regulatory study leave.
There are also educational links with
Sunderland, Durham and Northumbria Universities.
FOR FULL JOB DESCRIPTION SEE ATTACHMENT
INTERVIEW DATE TO BE CONFIRMED
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will join the existing
team of consultants and will participate in the on-call rota.
Overall responsibilities include the
co-ordination and delivery of the strategic and operational aspects of the Urology
Services across Sunderland and South Tyneside and the wider sub-regional
catchment area. These will reflect
National and Local priorities including the strategic direction of STSFT and
the Directorate of Urology.
The post holder is expected to possess
CCT or equivalent and to be on the GMC Specialist Register at the time of
taking up the post.
The post holder is expected to attend
Directorate meetings and take part in Audit and Clinical Governance. Audit
takes place monthly on a rolling half day. The post-holder will undergo annual
appraisal, as do all medical staff in the Directorate. The post holder will
also be expected to develop the Service in keeping with National guidance.
The Urology Department is accredited for
Higher Surgical Training and is regarded as one of the premier training units
within the region. Feedback from the Foundation School survey and GPVT scheme
is very good.
The Department has an excellent record
of trainees passing post-graduate examinations. There is a representative from
the department on the Regional Specialty Training committee. The post-holder
will be expected to partake in training of all medical and other staff as well
as undergraduates to ensure trainees have a good training experience.
A well-stocked library with professional
librarians is situated in the postgraduate medical education centre at the SRH
site. A good number of Urology texts and journals are available.
Newcastle Medical School and its
Postgraduate facilities are 15 miles away. Sunderland University has been
awarded a Medical School with the first intake of student who commenced in
September 2019. The department provides educational opportunities for students
from both medical schools.
The appointee will be expected to
undergo continuing medical education and appraisal in accordance with the
guidelines agreed by the Royal College of Surgeons and GMC and the post-holder
will be entitled and encouraged to take regulatory study leave.
There are also educational links with
Sunderland, Durham and Northumbria Universities.
FOR FULL JOB DESCRIPTION SEE ATTACHMENT
INTERVIEW DATE TO BE CONFIRMED
Person Specification
Management and administrative experience
Essential
- Understanding of the NHS, Clinical Governance process and resource issues
- Evidence of organisational, management and time management skills
Desirable
- Evidence of management and administration experience and understanding management goals
- Management course and / or certificate
Teaching and education
Essential
- Experience of supervising junior medical staff
- Experience of participation in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching
- Ability to teach clinical / technical / practical skills
Desirable
- Qualification in medical education
Audit and Research
Essential
- Ability to apply research outcomes to clinical practice
- Involvement in quality improvement measures
- Ability to undertake multi-disciplinary audit / audit in specialty area
- Good presentation skills
- Experience of clinical research
Desirable
- Undertaken research with published papers in refereed journals
Qualifications
Essential
- Primary medical qualification
- Full GMC registration
- Entry onto the GMC Specialist Register or eligibility for entry within six months of the date of the AAC [there is flexibility with the 6-month period with Executive Medical Director approval]
Desirable
- Higher professional degree, MD, PhD or equivalent
Personal attributes
Essential
- Alignment with the Trust core values and behaviours.
- Flexible approach to service delivery and committed approach to development.
- Committed to share in professional, managerial and teaching responsibilities necessary to fulfil the obligations of the Directorate, to the Trust and its workforce.
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives and healthcare workers and other agencies
- Evidence of understanding of and adherence to principles of Good Medical Practice set out by the GMC
Experience
Essential
- Full general ENT surgical training with experience of general Urology with sub-specialty expertise in prostate and bladder
Desirable
- Fellowship in the area of subspeciality interest
Person Specification
Management and administrative experience
Essential
- Understanding of the NHS, Clinical Governance process and resource issues
- Evidence of organisational, management and time management skills
Desirable
- Evidence of management and administration experience and understanding management goals
- Management course and / or certificate
Teaching and education
Essential
- Experience of supervising junior medical staff
- Experience of participation in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching
- Ability to teach clinical / technical / practical skills
Desirable
- Qualification in medical education
Audit and Research
Essential
- Ability to apply research outcomes to clinical practice
- Involvement in quality improvement measures
- Ability to undertake multi-disciplinary audit / audit in specialty area
- Good presentation skills
- Experience of clinical research
Desirable
- Undertaken research with published papers in refereed journals
Qualifications
Essential
- Primary medical qualification
- Full GMC registration
- Entry onto the GMC Specialist Register or eligibility for entry within six months of the date of the AAC [there is flexibility with the 6-month period with Executive Medical Director approval]
Desirable
- Higher professional degree, MD, PhD or equivalent
Personal attributes
Essential
- Alignment with the Trust core values and behaviours.
- Flexible approach to service delivery and committed approach to development.
- Committed to share in professional, managerial and teaching responsibilities necessary to fulfil the obligations of the Directorate, to the Trust and its workforce.
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives and healthcare workers and other agencies
- Evidence of understanding of and adherence to principles of Good Medical Practice set out by the GMC
Experience
Essential
- Full general ENT surgical training with experience of general Urology with sub-specialty expertise in prostate and bladder
Desirable
- Fellowship in the area of subspeciality interest
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.
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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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