Job summary
The Plastic Surgery department is seeking to recruit a Microvascular Registrar to work as part of the team providing microvascular reconstruction to a broad range of patients. Applications are invited from all suitably qualified Plastic Surgery Registrars; in relation to training this post would be viewed as an Out of Programme Experience (OOPE) and would not provide a new NTN. It is envisaged that a Senior SpR with a specialist interest in cancer reconstruction and microvascular surgery will apply.
Main duties of the job
The registrar is responsible for daily review of elective inpatients. The registrar will join their respective trainer in the elective outpatients, elective theatre lists and ward rounds. There is a fixed commitment of an on-call rota. Between these clinical duties, there is dedicated time allocated for administrative duties, teaching and departmental research. There is a weekly training meeting.
The registrar will typically be involved in two microsurgical breast reconstructions every week, operating as the primary registrar for at least one of these operations. The registrar will also be involved in an average of two other major reconstruction cases a month. These will vary and include skin, sarcoma or perineal reconstruction. There may also be the opportunity to gain experience in lymphovascular supermicrosurgery.
The registrar will participate in the fortnightly breast oncoplastic MDT meeting and have the opportunity to attend sarcoma and skin cancer MDT meetings according to their own personal interests.
About us
The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals - one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey - as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital.
At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do.
At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information about the role, please see the attached detailed Job Descriptions and Person Specifications.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information about the role, please see the attached detailed Job Descriptions and Person Specifications.
Person Specification
Education
Essential
- Full GMC registration with licence to practice
- Fellowship of Royal College of Surgeons or equivalent
Desirable
- Higher Medical or Surgical Degree
- Possession of CCST or date within 6 months
- FRCS(Plast)
Experience
Essential
- Experience in Breast Surgery in relation to surgical oncology including complex case management
- Evidence of working in a multi- disciplinary team
Desirable
- Experience in cancer management
- Logbook proven experience of microsurgical reconstruction
Skills
Essential
- Professional skills of a high Standard
- Evidence of commitment to teaching
- IT Skills
Desirable
- Undertaken research in relevant field
- Management experience
Personal qualities
Essential
- Commitment to achieving and maintaining national targets
- Approachability
- Commitment to and enthusiasm for service improvement and development at the Royal Marsden NHS Trust
- Enthusiasm
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Experience in developing effective and collaborative working relationships across networks
Person Specification
Education
Essential
- Full GMC registration with licence to practice
- Fellowship of Royal College of Surgeons or equivalent
Desirable
- Higher Medical or Surgical Degree
- Possession of CCST or date within 6 months
- FRCS(Plast)
Experience
Essential
- Experience in Breast Surgery in relation to surgical oncology including complex case management
- Evidence of working in a multi- disciplinary team
Desirable
- Experience in cancer management
- Logbook proven experience of microsurgical reconstruction
Skills
Essential
- Professional skills of a high Standard
- Evidence of commitment to teaching
- IT Skills
Desirable
- Undertaken research in relevant field
- Management experience
Personal qualities
Essential
- Commitment to achieving and maintaining national targets
- Approachability
- Commitment to and enthusiasm for service improvement and development at the Royal Marsden NHS Trust
- Enthusiasm
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Experience in developing effective and collaborative working relationships across networks
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).
