Consultant - Urology
Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust
The closing date is 04 May 2025
Job summary
The opportunity has arisen to join a progressive and friendly urology department at the Royal Cornwall Hospital. Two full time post are available due to expansion within the department. The successful candidates will join a team of 7 full time consultants providing a range of urological services. The successful candidates will be expected to provide core urological services in conjunction with a specialist interest. A specialist interest in benign prostate surgery including Holep, Andrology, Female and Functional Urology or Stones would be encouraged in line with the current service requirements. Candidates with a specialist interest outside of these areas are welcome to apply as restructuring and expansion of further services in the future is likely. Discussion with the Specialty Lead is encouraged in the first instance. We run a dedicated one-stop LUTS clinics and are looking for these expansion posts to help with the provision of this service.
Main duties of the job
Maintenance of the highest clinical standards in the management of urological conditions of general urology patients.
To share with colleagues responsibility for the day to day management of the Urology Department.
Teaching and training of junior staff and medical students where applicable.
To have responsibility for ensuring active participation in continuing medical education (CME).
To actively participate in both departmental and Trust matters concerning Clinical Governance and Audit.
To attend meetings as appropriate.
Fulfill duties of weekly timetable including any out-of-hours responsibilities.
About us
Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust is the biggest provider of healthcare services in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. Our three main sites are Royal Cornwall Hospital Truro, St Michael's Hospital Hayle and West Cornwall Hospital Penzance, our staff and services are available across the region.
The Trust employs 5,000+ staff, has a budget of £380 million and 750 beds. We work with health and social care organisations -including NHS Kernow and NHS England- to ensure local healthcare needs are met. We provide acute medical, surgical and specialist services to around 500,000- which can increase significantly during busy holiday periods.
The Trust has teaching hospitals status as part of the University of Exeter Medical School. Keeping at the forefront of medical advances, we continually develop clinical services and are committed to maximising the range of specialist care offered locally.
We can offer you a rewarding career in a supportive working environment. We have extensive educational links to help you realise your full potential and develop skills to provide outstanding healthcare to the local community.
Enjoy an outstanding quality of life in a place that offers surfing beaches and fishing harbours to beautiful countryside and historic towns. With clean air, plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities and excellent schools, colleges and universities (including adult education) it is the ideal place for families and for you to develop your own career.
Date posted
11 April 2025
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Consultant
Salary
£105,504 to £139,882 a year NA
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
156-MS-4076
Job locations
Treliske Hospital
Truro
Truro
TR1 3LJ
Employer details
Employer name
Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust
Address
Treliske Hospital
Truro
Truro
TR1 3LJ
Employer's website
https://www.royalcornwall.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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