Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust

Colorectal Robotic Surgery and Minimally Invasive Fellow (ST6+ level)

The closing date is 03 June 2025

Job summary

We are seeking a dynamic and motivated individual to join our team as the Colorectal Robotic and Minimally Invasive Fellow. The ideal candidate will be a passionate and dedicated colorectal registrar with an interest in the treatment of colorectal disease. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to develop skills in robotic surgery for colorectal cancer and inflammatory bowel disease. You will be trained on the Intuitive XI system using a dual consol system. Prior experience of robotic surgery is not a pre-requisite, but it is encouraged.

Working within one of the leading surgical departments in the country, the post-holder will work with senior consultant colleagues across colorectal surgery, gastroenterology and the oncology team as part of our world class MDT. You will be expected to contribute to the outpatient service.

The successful candidate must be eligible for registration or hold full registration with the GMC and have registrar level experience in colorectal surgery. In addition to elective duties, they will participate in a 1:8 on-call registrar rota in general surgery. They must have the ability to organise and manage outpatient priorities, surgical waiting lists, operating lists and rotas as well as demonstrate strong communication and team working skills. The department has a growing quality improvement, research and audit unit and involvement in research is also actively encouraged

Main duties of the job

The post holder is intended to work at a Senior Registrar level, supporting and aiding the NPOP multidisciplinary team, clinical ward work, the Outpatient workload and Elective and Emergency operating of the Department. A pay banding supplement is payable for participation in the on-call rota at middle grade level.

The successful candidate for the position of Colorectal Robotic Fellow and they will work at a senior registrar level, playing a pivotal role in providing expertise in the inpatient and outpatient management of both cancer and IBD patients.

Additionally, the candidate will be encouraged to develop proficiency in robotic, laparoscopic and open colorectal surgery, and proctology. There will be the opportunity to develop skills in TAMIS and procedures for early rectal cancers. The successful candidate will contribute to the seamless integration of care, ensuring comprehensive and patient-centred approaches to treatment.

Key stakeholders

The post holder will be required to develop key working relationships with the following roles within the service and the wider Trust.

- Consultants, doctors in training, trust doctors and nursing staff particularly within the departments of colorectal surgery, gastroenterology, neurological urology and urogynaecology

- Allied health professionals particularly within the operating theatre, dietetics and physiotherapy

-Management staff within the above departments

About us

At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care.

Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.

Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.

We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share. Please talk to us at interview.

Details

Date posted

21 May 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

Depending on experience £41,750 - £64,288 per annum plus London Weighting

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

290-TDPB-029

Job locations

Charing Cross Hospital & St Mary's Hospital

London

W6 8RF


Job description

Job responsibilities

Inpatient patient care: Responsible for overseeing and co-ordinating the comprehensive inpatient care of patients with colorectal conditions, ensuring optimal medical management and patient outcomes.

Organisation and support of the cancer MDT: Facilitate organisation, active participation, and effective communication in the Cancer and IBD multidisciplinary meetings.

Participation and organisation of theatre sessions: Actively participate in and organise colorectal operating sessions ensuring efficient and coordinated delivery of surgical care and optimal patient outcomes.

Specialist clinics: Participation in the multidisciplinary cancer, general and IBD colorectal clinics providing care for patients in the outpatient setting.

Joint ward rounds: Collaborate with the cancer / IBD / nutrition team in conducting joint ward rounds for perioperative patients.

Triaging of referrals: Ensuring patients referred to the service are triaged to the appropriate specialist in a timely and efficient manner to ensure best outcome.

Assisting in the delivery of quality improvement, audit, research and teaching: Contributing to the ongoing initiatives, research endeavours and educational activities within and outside of the department.

General responsibilities

Post-holders will be working at the middle / senior grade level as a Trust Grade Registrar and be part of a team of 8 at the middle grade level within the General Surgery department.

Although this post is not a recognised training post, you will have a wide opportunity to develop your surgical skills and you will be expected to have a strong academic commitment and to be part of the ongoing academic and audit activities of the department.

You will be part of a 1 in 8 on call rota.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Inpatient patient care: Responsible for overseeing and co-ordinating the comprehensive inpatient care of patients with colorectal conditions, ensuring optimal medical management and patient outcomes.

Organisation and support of the cancer MDT: Facilitate organisation, active participation, and effective communication in the Cancer and IBD multidisciplinary meetings.

Participation and organisation of theatre sessions: Actively participate in and organise colorectal operating sessions ensuring efficient and coordinated delivery of surgical care and optimal patient outcomes.

Specialist clinics: Participation in the multidisciplinary cancer, general and IBD colorectal clinics providing care for patients in the outpatient setting.

Joint ward rounds: Collaborate with the cancer / IBD / nutrition team in conducting joint ward rounds for perioperative patients.

Triaging of referrals: Ensuring patients referred to the service are triaged to the appropriate specialist in a timely and efficient manner to ensure best outcome.

Assisting in the delivery of quality improvement, audit, research and teaching: Contributing to the ongoing initiatives, research endeavours and educational activities within and outside of the department.

General responsibilities

Post-holders will be working at the middle / senior grade level as a Trust Grade Registrar and be part of a team of 8 at the middle grade level within the General Surgery department.

Although this post is not a recognised training post, you will have a wide opportunity to develop your surgical skills and you will be expected to have a strong academic commitment and to be part of the ongoing academic and audit activities of the department.

You will be part of a 1 in 8 on call rota.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • GMC registered / licensed medical practitioner
  • MBBS or equivalent medical qualification

Desirable

  • FRCS Gen Surg

Relevant experience in specialty

Essential

  • Previous experience in general surgery
  • Able to conduct general surgery surgical outpatients
  • On call experience in general surgery

Desirable

  • Middle grade experience in colorectal surgery
  • Experience in pelvic floor / IBD surgery

Teaching and Education

Essential

  • Ability to motivate and teach junior medical staff
  • Ability to lead, direct and delegate tasks appropriately

Desirable

  • Evidence of teaching experience

Management and Audit

Essential

  • Ability to work as an effective member of a multidisciplinary team
  • Understanding of the principles of clinical governance
  • Understanding of audit governance procedures
  • IT skills and computer literacy
  • Understanding and experience of audit

Desirable

  • Evidence of service audit and quality improvement, particularly in the field of colorectal surgery, pelvic floor and IBD

Academic achievements including research/publications

Essential

  • Evidence of academic activity

Desirable

  • Publications in peer reviewed journals
  • Training in research methodology
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • GMC registered / licensed medical practitioner
  • MBBS or equivalent medical qualification

Desirable

  • FRCS Gen Surg

Relevant experience in specialty

Essential

  • Previous experience in general surgery
  • Able to conduct general surgery surgical outpatients
  • On call experience in general surgery

Desirable

  • Middle grade experience in colorectal surgery
  • Experience in pelvic floor / IBD surgery

Teaching and Education

Essential

  • Ability to motivate and teach junior medical staff
  • Ability to lead, direct and delegate tasks appropriately

Desirable

  • Evidence of teaching experience

Management and Audit

Essential

  • Ability to work as an effective member of a multidisciplinary team
  • Understanding of the principles of clinical governance
  • Understanding of audit governance procedures
  • IT skills and computer literacy
  • Understanding and experience of audit

Desirable

  • Evidence of service audit and quality improvement, particularly in the field of colorectal surgery, pelvic floor and IBD

Academic achievements including research/publications

Essential

  • Evidence of academic activity

Desirable

  • Publications in peer reviewed journals
  • Training in research methodology

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

Charing Cross Hospital & St Mary's Hospital

London

W6 8RF


Employer's website

https://www.imperial.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

Charing Cross Hospital & St Mary's Hospital

London

W6 8RF


Employer's website

https://www.imperial.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Business Manager

Tasha Paulo

t.paulo@nhs.net

Details

Date posted

21 May 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

Depending on experience £41,750 - £64,288 per annum plus London Weighting

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

290-TDPB-029

Job locations

Charing Cross Hospital & St Mary's Hospital

London

W6 8RF


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