Job summary
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Please see below for detailed job description of the role.
Main duties of the job
Online applications are invited for the post of Consultant Vascular Surgeon at Southampton University Hospital NHS Trust. This is a permanent post to replace a colleague on an established rota. The post is expected to start from 01/02/2025. The successful applicant will have completed full subspecialty training in Vascular Surgery. It is expected that the successful applicant will have a broad set of vascular surgical skills and experience.
You will be a member of a team of 9 vascular surgeons and 6 interventional radiologist providing cover for the Wessex Vascular Network (WVN). The post is based at University Hospital Southampton (UHS). UHS is the vascular centre of the Wessex Vascular Network. The Network includes Queen Alexandra Hospital (Portsmouth), St. Mary's Hospital (IOW), Royal Hampshire County Hospital (Winchester) and serves a population of 2 million. The vascular service works closely with cardiothoracic, diabetic and stroke services.
The department provides the full range of open vascular and endovascular interventions, with a dedicated vascular theatre, hybrid suite, vascular ward and a team of advanced nurse practitioners and vascular nurse specialists. UHS offers ample opportunities for undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and excellent facilities for research and clinical care.
About us
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated 'Good' by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.
All non-clinical roles may involve a mixture of on site and remote working, Specific details and flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.
Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.
Job description
Job responsibilities
WHAT YOULL DO: Undertake the full range of vascular elective and emergency duties of a consultant vascular surgeon Work based at UHS and be part of a team that provide on-site clinics and review of inpatient at spoke hospitals. Provide on-call cover for the network on a 1:9 on-call rota including surgeon-of-the-week role Perform duties in line with an agreed job plan and support the education of junior staff WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR We are looking to appoint a well-motivated Vascular Surgeon who is fully trained and experienced. Our department has a culture of being open and supportive of its team members. We will be looking for someone who can work well within a team and can complement this way of working. The department has a strong ethos in education and research and the successful applicant will be expected to contribute to this activity. A subspeciality interest within Vascular Surgery would add value. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Individuals wishing to apply must be registered with the General Medical Council (GMC). The successful candidate will be employed under the terms and conditions of service for Consultants (England) 2003. Interviews will be held on Monday, 04 November 2024 Job Reference: - This vacancy closes on or before: 17/10/2024 Should you have any queries, please use the contact details below to get in touch. Mr Ian Nordon- Clinical Lead- 02381208801- Ian.nordon@uhs.nhs.uk
Job description
Job responsibilities
WHAT YOULL DO: Undertake the full range of vascular elective and emergency duties of a consultant vascular surgeon Work based at UHS and be part of a team that provide on-site clinics and review of inpatient at spoke hospitals. Provide on-call cover for the network on a 1:9 on-call rota including surgeon-of-the-week role Perform duties in line with an agreed job plan and support the education of junior staff WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR We are looking to appoint a well-motivated Vascular Surgeon who is fully trained and experienced. Our department has a culture of being open and supportive of its team members. We will be looking for someone who can work well within a team and can complement this way of working. The department has a strong ethos in education and research and the successful applicant will be expected to contribute to this activity. A subspeciality interest within Vascular Surgery would add value. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Individuals wishing to apply must be registered with the General Medical Council (GMC). The successful candidate will be employed under the terms and conditions of service for Consultants (England) 2003. Interviews will be held on Monday, 04 November 2024 Job Reference: - This vacancy closes on or before: 17/10/2024 Should you have any queries, please use the contact details below to get in touch. Mr Ian Nordon- Clinical Lead- 02381208801- Ian.nordon@uhs.nhs.uk
Person Specification
Qualifications and training
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
- GMC registration with a licence to practise
Desirable
- Higher Degree of MS/MD UK university equivalent
Qualifications and training
Essential
- FRCS [Vasc] or FRCS [Gen Surg] or equivalent
Desirable
- GMC specialist registration, or within 6 months of obtaining this. CESR application for the specialist register
Previous or relevant experience
Essential
- Appropriate knowledge base, and ability to apply sound clinical judgement to problems
- Wide-ranging experience of vascular and endovascular procedures (performed more than 30 carotid endarterectomies and 30 lower limb revascularisations)
Desirable
- Evidence of leadership / management responsibility in last 5 years
Aptitudes and skills
Essential
- Demonstrate the ability to be calm, compassionate, and able to respond efficiently to various circumstances, which may change rapidly
Living the Trust values
Essential
- Patients First
- Always Improving
- Working Together
Aptitudes and skills
Essential
- Evidence and ability to work effectively in multi-professional teams
- Understanding of equality and diversity and how this affects patients, visitors and staff
- Evidence and ability to communicate and liaise effectively with patients and colleagues (verbal and written communication skills in English).
- Demonstrate good organisational skills including ability to prioritise effectively and meet deadlines
- Capacity to work co-operatively with others and demonstrate leadership when appropriate
Person Specification
Qualifications and training
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
- GMC registration with a licence to practise
Desirable
- Higher Degree of MS/MD UK university equivalent
Qualifications and training
Essential
- FRCS [Vasc] or FRCS [Gen Surg] or equivalent
Desirable
- GMC specialist registration, or within 6 months of obtaining this. CESR application for the specialist register
Previous or relevant experience
Essential
- Appropriate knowledge base, and ability to apply sound clinical judgement to problems
- Wide-ranging experience of vascular and endovascular procedures (performed more than 30 carotid endarterectomies and 30 lower limb revascularisations)
Desirable
- Evidence of leadership / management responsibility in last 5 years
Aptitudes and skills
Essential
- Demonstrate the ability to be calm, compassionate, and able to respond efficiently to various circumstances, which may change rapidly
Living the Trust values
Essential
- Patients First
- Always Improving
- Working Together
Aptitudes and skills
Essential
- Evidence and ability to work effectively in multi-professional teams
- Understanding of equality and diversity and how this affects patients, visitors and staff
- Evidence and ability to communicate and liaise effectively with patients and colleagues (verbal and written communication skills in English).
- Demonstrate good organisational skills including ability to prioritise effectively and meet deadlines
- Capacity to work co-operatively with others and demonstrate leadership when appropriate
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).
