Job summary
The Bristol Bath Weston Vascular Network was formed in October 2014. The arterial centre (AC) for the network is Southmead Hospital. The network is responsible for the delivery of both elective and emergency vascular care to the populations of Bristol, South Gloucestershire, North Somerset, Bath and North East Somerset, and parts of Wiltshire and Somerset. This includes all arterial surgery for this population, and in addition varicose vein treatments, diabetic foot care, deep venous intervention (thrombolysis and stenting) and renal access. The population served by the network is 1.12 million. In addition, the network provides complex endovascular services (fenestrated, branched and thoracic stent grafts) for the 3.5 million population of the South West. The networked hospitals are North Bristol, University Hospitals Bristol & Weston, and Royal United Hospital Bath.
Main duties of the job
The post-holder will be expected to manage elective and emergency vascular patients. This includes in the operating theatre, outpatient clinics, ward cover and emergency admissions. There is a middle grade vascular on call rota. This is a 1 in 7 day rota with non-resident on call overnight. Weekend cover is split.
There are two vascular lists daily providing ample opportunities for training in both open and endovascular surgery. Outpatient clinics will take place both at the AC and at three networked hospitals (Bristol Royal Infirmary, Royal United Hospital Bath and Weston General Hospital). There is a specialist vascular ward with a daily (365 days per year) Consultant led ward round. There is in addition the opportunity to attend interventional radiology lists either at the MAC or two networked hospitals. There are endovenous lists at the AC and at RUH Bath.
The post-holder will be expected to provide supervision and support for more junior surgical trainees within his/her competence. Although the post does not have postgraduate approval for training, assessment of progression will be by continual assessment with use of PBA (procedure based assessment). The post-holder will be provided with formal documentation of their level of competence on completion of the post.
The Clinical Fellow will be required to take part in the vascular surgery on-call rota.
About us
North Bristol NHS Trust employs over 12,000 staff providing healthcare to the residents of Bristol, South Gloucestershire and North Somerset from our award-winning hospital building at Southmead. We are the regional Major Trauma Centre, and an internationally recognised centre of excellence in a range of services and major specialities and we are part of the Bristol NHS Group.
Recognised as the Best UK Employer of the Year for Nursing Staff at the Nursing Times Workforce Summit and Awards 2025, our vision is that by enabling our teams to be the best that they can be, we will provide exceptional healthcare, personally delivered.
North Bristol NHS Trust values all people as individuals. We aim to be an anti-discriminatory organisation and are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We welcome applicants from all underrepresented groups.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.
For October 2026 start date.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.
For October 2026 start date.
Person Specification
Education/Training/Qualifications
Essential
- MB BS (or equivalent)
- MRCS or equivalent
- Maintain Full registration with the GMC, with a licence to practice.
Desirable
- ATLS/ ACLS
- Prizes
- Higher academic qualification (e.g. MD or MS)
Work Experience
Essential
- Recent experience and familiarity of UK hospital systems and practices (or equivalent).
- Minimum of 4 years postgraduate experience including 2 years in surgical training.
- A minimum of 12 months experience in vascular surgery is required.
- Training in diagnosis and treatment of General Surgical and Vascular conditions.
Desirable
- 2 years' experience in vascular surgery
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Evidence of recent CME/ reasonable training progression at this stage of career.
- Completed Audit or Quality improvement project
- Experience in audit project and written up
Desirable
- Evidence of relevant publications in peer reviewed journals
- Demonstration of involvement in clinical directorate management
- Proven track record in research
Personnal Qualities
Essential
- Good written communication skills.
- Evidence of the ability to communicate with patients, colleagues and staff at all levels.
Person Specification
Education/Training/Qualifications
Essential
- MB BS (or equivalent)
- MRCS or equivalent
- Maintain Full registration with the GMC, with a licence to practice.
Desirable
- ATLS/ ACLS
- Prizes
- Higher academic qualification (e.g. MD or MS)
Work Experience
Essential
- Recent experience and familiarity of UK hospital systems and practices (or equivalent).
- Minimum of 4 years postgraduate experience including 2 years in surgical training.
- A minimum of 12 months experience in vascular surgery is required.
- Training in diagnosis and treatment of General Surgical and Vascular conditions.
Desirable
- 2 years' experience in vascular surgery
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Evidence of recent CME/ reasonable training progression at this stage of career.
- Completed Audit or Quality improvement project
- Experience in audit project and written up
Desirable
- Evidence of relevant publications in peer reviewed journals
- Demonstration of involvement in clinical directorate management
- Proven track record in research
Personnal Qualities
Essential
- Good written communication skills.
- Evidence of the ability to communicate with patients, colleagues and staff at all levels.
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).
