Job summary
You will join a diverse and progressive team of 10 consultants with full on-call support 24/7 with middle grades and associate specialists. We have a dedicated urology suite adjacent to the Urology Ward at our base site Kent and Canterbury Hospital located in the historic and world heritage city of Canterbury. The department is co-located with interventional radiology, renal medicine with a large dialysis unit, intensive care unit and vascular surgery. We are a dedicated cancer specialist unit providing robotic surgery for both pelvic and upper tract surgery. We have a brand new on-site lithotripter within a dedicated lithotripsy suite and patient waiting area. The unit also has a renowned reconstruction service for urethral stricture disease. We are pleased to be developing a bespoke BPH surgery service with all novel therapies offered. The LA perineal prostate biopsy service is well established.
Main duties of the job
The applicants will have a broad based training in urological Surgery. They should have Specialist Recognition in Urological Surgery. They must be able to integrate well within the department and help deliver urological services to the local population. They should understand cancer pathways and routine non-cancer diagnostic pathways. They should be able to be on-call and supply urological advice and assistance in emergencies. The successful applicant will participate in the weekly cancer MDT meeting. The role will encompass general urology, with the opportunity to develop a specialist interest to fit in with the department's needs, and develop new technologies and techniques.
About us
We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with fivehospitals and community clinics serving a local population of around 800,000 people. Our vision is 'great healthcare from great people'. Everything we do is guided by our values: 'People feel cared for, safe, respected and confident that we are making a difference'.
We have a new way of working at East Kent Hospitals, called 'We care'. It's about empowering frontline staff to lead improvements day-to-day. We're looking for compassionate people to be part of our improvement journey for the patients, families and carers we care for every day.
We're on an exciting journey of transformation. With a new Medical School at the centre of our community, a focus on research, clinical leadership and making our trust a rewarding and friendly place to work, there's never been a better time to join us.
*This role attracts a recruitment premium of £20,000 for substantive appointments*
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please scroll down to access the full Job Description and Person Specification located in Documents to download. If you have further queries please dont hesitate to contact the line manager using the contact details below.
Applications for this role should be written by the applicant. If artificial intelligence (AI) programmes are used then the application may be rejected due to this document being an important part of the assessment process. This does not prevent applicants seeking appropriate support with applications should they need to for the purposes of anydeclared disability.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please scroll down to access the full Job Description and Person Specification located in Documents to download. If you have further queries please dont hesitate to contact the line manager using the contact details below.
Applications for this role should be written by the applicant. If artificial intelligence (AI) programmes are used then the application may be rejected due to this document being an important part of the assessment process. This does not prevent applicants seeking appropriate support with applications should they need to for the purposes of anydeclared disability.
Person Specification
Qualifications and training
Essential
- Full GMC Registration
- GMC Specialist registration or will join the GMC specialist register within 6 months of interview.
- FRCS Urology equivalent
- Experience of paediatric surgery to level of year 1 consultant
Desirable
- Fellowship training or further experience in paediatric surgery
Skills and experience
Essential
- Ability to deliver general adult urology emergency on-call service
- Proven track record in training and education
Clinical governance, Personal/professional attributes & Other requirements
Essential
- Experience of Audit
- Evidence of participation in annual appraisal
- Understanding of clinical incident reporting & risk management
- Upholds and models the Trust values
- Adheres to the GMC code of conduct
- Can demonstrate the ability and willingness to travel across sites effectively
Desirable
- Experience of service improvement
- Interest in research & development
- Previous involvement in education & training
Person Specification
Qualifications and training
Essential
- Full GMC Registration
- GMC Specialist registration or will join the GMC specialist register within 6 months of interview.
- FRCS Urology equivalent
- Experience of paediatric surgery to level of year 1 consultant
Desirable
- Fellowship training or further experience in paediatric surgery
Skills and experience
Essential
- Ability to deliver general adult urology emergency on-call service
- Proven track record in training and education
Clinical governance, Personal/professional attributes & Other requirements
Essential
- Experience of Audit
- Evidence of participation in annual appraisal
- Understanding of clinical incident reporting & risk management
- Upholds and models the Trust values
- Adheres to the GMC code of conduct
- Can demonstrate the ability and willingness to travel across sites effectively
Desirable
- Experience of service improvement
- Interest in research & development
- Previous involvement in education & training
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
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).
