Job summary
An opportunity has arisen at SRFT for the appointment of a consultant upper GI surgeon fully trained in complex HPB, upper GI and emergency general surgery. The post offers the opportunity for the successful candidate to work within an established General Surgical department that also houses the regional Oesophagogastric unit and the Specialist Intestinal Failure unit.
The appointee will participate in the newly introduced acute gallbladder service, which involves daily theatre slots for emergency cholecystectomies, Intraoperative common bile duct (CBD) assessment for stones are confirmed (with support and guidance by experts on this field). It is the trust's major priority to develop this service further by appointing experienced clinicians. The postholder will undertake regular Hot Clinics and support ambulatory surgery pathways.
Main duties of the job
The appointee will be expected to participate fully in the provision of District General Hospital services to the residents of Salford.It is proposed that the appointees will provide 10 PA's per week (which will include outpatient clinics, operating theatre lists, and administration). The job plan will be a flexible job plan.Professional development (CPD), Job Planning, Appraisal, Mandatory Training, attendance at regular team meetings which will have a clinical governance aspect and participating in Audit.Additional SPA time will be made available to consultants on the basis of evidence it is required. Such allocation will be agreed and subsequently reviewed by the Consultant and their Clinical Manager during the Job Plan review session.The post-holders will be expected to take a lead role in ensuring delivery of a quality service. This will include the following:o Implementing and ensuring compliance with Trust and national policies and procedures.o Reviewing and allocating resources appropriatelyo Reviewing and managing progress and improvement within the area.The post holders will be required to ensure that services are delivered within agreed parameters, covering clinical guidelines and national performance waiting time targets. There will be particular emphasis within this post on supporting the service to achieve the National Cancer Waiting time targets.The post holders will be expected to contribute to the ongoing improvement of the clinical service.
About us
Salford Care Organisation is part of the Northern Care Alliance, one of the largest NHS organisations in the country. A place with an outstanding reputation. Salford is the place which is taking bold, pioneering steps towards delivering a world class, fully integrated care system for adults. Twice rated Outstanding by the CQC, Salford Care Organisation is responsible for delivering a range of community and primary care services and specialist services to Greater Manchester and beyond.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk
In line with the Trusts Single Equality Scheme we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of ethnic origin, disability, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, nationality, religion, marital status, social back ground or trade union membership. However, as members of ethnicity minority groups and individuals with disabilities are currently under-represented at this level of post, we would encourage applications from members of these groups. Appointment will be based on merit alone.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk
In line with the Trusts Single Equality Scheme we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of ethnic origin, disability, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, nationality, religion, marital status, social back ground or trade union membership. However, as members of ethnicity minority groups and individuals with disabilities are currently under-represented at this level of post, we would encourage applications from members of these groups. Appointment will be based on merit alone.
Person Specification
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Essential
- Experience of Clinical Audit
- Clinical experience and expertise in Upper GI and Emergency General Surgery
Desirable
- Experience of recent and current research/ relevant publications.
Qualifications
Essential
- Evidence of expertise and experience
- JAG accredited
Desirable
- Membership of specialist society e.g.: AUGIS, ASGBI
Person Specification
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Essential
- Experience of Clinical Audit
- Clinical experience and expertise in Upper GI and Emergency General Surgery
Desirable
- Experience of recent and current research/ relevant publications.
Qualifications
Essential
- Evidence of expertise and experience
- JAG accredited
Desirable
- Membership of specialist society e.g.: AUGIS, ASGBI
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).