Job summary
We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Trust Grade Vascular Surgical Registrar (ST3 level) to join our established team at Northampton General Hospital for a 12-monht fixed-term post.
The successful candidate will work within the Northamptonshire Vascular Service, a dynamic and consultant-led unit delivering high-quality care across a full range of vascular procedures, including complex arterial surgery and emergency care.
The post offers excellent opportunities for surgical exposure, ward-based care, clinics, and operating theatres, while working closely with a multidisciplinary team of consultants, registrars, resident doctors, nurses, and allied health professionals.
This role is ideal for candidates seeking further experience in vascular surgery within a supportive and forward-thinking department.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will support the vascular surgical consultants in delivering high-quality patient care across ward rounds, operating theatres, outpatient clinics, and emergency admissions.
Responsibilities include participating in daily consultant-led ward rounds, undertaking theatre duties, contributing to outpatient services, and taking part in the general/vascular on-call registrar rota (1 in 10).
The role also involves documenting clinical findings, admitting patients from the Emergency Department, and supporting junior colleagues. In addition, the registrar will be expected to engage in clinical governance, quality improvement projects, audit and teaching activities, and uphold the Trust's values in all aspects of patient care and teamwork.
About us
**Please submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close any adverts before the closing date once we have received sufficient applications**
Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust is one of the largest employers in the area and we are on an exciting journey. All our divisions are committed to doing things better, with more efficiency as we update, modernise, and advance. We have also entered a Group Model with neighbouring Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and become University Hospitals of Northamptonshire.
Our Excellence Values
- Compassion
- Accountability
- Respect
- Integrity
- Courage
We want to recruit the best people to deliver our services across the University Hospitals of Northamptonshire and help to unleash everyone's full potential.
The Hospital Group encourages applications from people who identify from all protected groups. We understand that we need to work with colleagues from diverse backgrounds and make sure the environment they work in is inclusive and collaborative.
We recognise the valuable contribution that the Armed Forces community make to our organisation. We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and achieved Silver Award under the Armed Forces Employer Recognition Scheme.
We have active Networks that promote and support colleagues from all backgrounds. This ensures everyone feels supported and has a sense of belonging working for Kettering and Northampton General Hospitals.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To act under the supervision of the Surgical Consultants in the provision of aSurgical service and to support the Surgical Consultants in their duties.
Daily ward rounds with the vascular surgical team.
Operating theatre duties as assigned.
Outpatient clinics
General/Vascular on call on registrar rota (1in 10)
To admit patients from the Emergency Department
Document review findings in clinical notes in a timely and legible manner.
To contribute to quality improvement; risk management initiatives and policydevelopment so that the overall Surgical Service is of the highest quality.
To assist in the education of colleagues and staff.
To participate in work related projects at NGH
To act and behave professionally and perform ones duties in a manner thatoptimises patient care and protects and enhances the reputation of NGH
To comply with Health and Safety Regulations, ensuring safe working practicesin a safe working environment.
To undertake any other duties that may be required, which could include assisting medical colleagues throughout the hospital and acting as a resource for morejunior colleagues.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To act under the supervision of the Surgical Consultants in the provision of aSurgical service and to support the Surgical Consultants in their duties.
Daily ward rounds with the vascular surgical team.
Operating theatre duties as assigned.
Outpatient clinics
General/Vascular on call on registrar rota (1in 10)
To admit patients from the Emergency Department
Document review findings in clinical notes in a timely and legible manner.
To contribute to quality improvement; risk management initiatives and policydevelopment so that the overall Surgical Service is of the highest quality.
To assist in the education of colleagues and staff.
To participate in work related projects at NGH
To act and behave professionally and perform ones duties in a manner thatoptimises patient care and protects and enhances the reputation of NGH
To comply with Health and Safety Regulations, ensuring safe working practicesin a safe working environment.
To undertake any other duties that may be required, which could include assisting medical colleagues throughout the hospital and acting as a resource for morejunior colleagues.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Applicants must have MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
- Be eligible for full registration with, and hold a current license to practice from, the GMC at intended start date
- Have evidence of achievement of core surgical competences or equivalence
- Be eligible to work in the UK
Interpersonal Skills
Essential
- Applicants must have demonstrable skills in written and spoken English, adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues, assessed by the General Medical Council
- Takes responsibility for own actions
- Demonstrates awareness of ethical principles, safety, confidentiality and consent
- Awareness of importance of being the patients' advocate, clinical governance and the responsibilities of an NHS employee
- Capacity to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary team
- Demonstrate leadership, when appropriate
Career Progression
Essential
- Have completed a minimum of 6 months in Vascular Surgery by intended start date in post.
Clinical Skills
Essential
- Capacity to apply sound clinical knowledge and judgement to problems
- Ability to prioritise clinical need
- Demonstrates appropriate technical and clinical competence and evidence of the development of diagnostic skills and clinical judgement
- Demonstrates understanding of the basic principles of audit, clinical risk management and evidence-based practice
Desirable
- Logbook documentation of surgical exposure to date
- Evidence of participation in audit and teaching
Learning & Personal Development
Essential
- Achievements relevant to vascular surgery, including elective or other experience
Desirable
- Attendance at, or participation in, national, international, departmental, regional and online meetings and courses relevant to vascular surgery
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Applicants must have MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
- Be eligible for full registration with, and hold a current license to practice from, the GMC at intended start date
- Have evidence of achievement of core surgical competences or equivalence
- Be eligible to work in the UK
Interpersonal Skills
Essential
- Applicants must have demonstrable skills in written and spoken English, adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues, assessed by the General Medical Council
- Takes responsibility for own actions
- Demonstrates awareness of ethical principles, safety, confidentiality and consent
- Awareness of importance of being the patients' advocate, clinical governance and the responsibilities of an NHS employee
- Capacity to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary team
- Demonstrate leadership, when appropriate
Career Progression
Essential
- Have completed a minimum of 6 months in Vascular Surgery by intended start date in post.
Clinical Skills
Essential
- Capacity to apply sound clinical knowledge and judgement to problems
- Ability to prioritise clinical need
- Demonstrates appropriate technical and clinical competence and evidence of the development of diagnostic skills and clinical judgement
- Demonstrates understanding of the basic principles of audit, clinical risk management and evidence-based practice
Desirable
- Logbook documentation of surgical exposure to date
- Evidence of participation in audit and teaching
Learning & Personal Development
Essential
- Achievements relevant to vascular surgery, including elective or other experience
Desirable
- Attendance at, or participation in, national, international, departmental, regional and online meetings and courses relevant to vascular surgery
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).
