Consultant Colorectal and General Surgeon

Job summary

Applications are sought for a substantive appointment of a General Surgeon with a Colorectal interest to join an established and successful team of 5 Colorectal surgeons working at West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust.

Our Trust has recently purchased two robotic systems and training in robotic surgery, including relevant courses and experience undertaking robotic colorectal cancer resections will be essential. With West Herts colorectal unit having one of the highest laparoscopic rates in the country training in laparoscopic colorectal cancer surgery, such as an accredited Laparoscopic Colorectal Fellowship will also be required. The successful applicant will need to have a significant interest and expertise in complex Inflammatory Bowel Disease surgery and experience of complex IBD surgery. A Fellowship will be desirable. We work closely as a supportive team and joint surgery with training and assistance will be offered to ensure our excellent NBOCA results are maintained. Mentoring will be provided for elective and emergency work to ensure a new consultant has full support to fulfil their potential.

The Trust have agreed a proposal for up to 1PA of SPA time/week to be worked flexibly.

This change in in line with the Trusts' flexible working agenda and recognition of the enormous contribution that this group of staff continue to provide to our staff and patients.

Main duties of the job

We are a Teaching Hospital dedicated to improving medical and surgical education. A proven commitment to undergraduate and postgraduate education having held formal teaching roles and a track record of an ongoing commitment will be a requirement. A proven interest in research at MD level or above will also be a requirement for this post.

About us

There has never been a more exciting time to join West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust!

The Trust is in line to receive government funding for major redevelopment works with construction due to start on new buildings in 2024. Plans include a new building at Watford General Hospital to house all clinical services with our hospitals at Hemel Hempstead and St Albans being refurbished throughout with some new buildings.

But our redevelopment is not just about new buildings. Each of our three hospitals will have a clearer role and a higher level of specialist care. This is a unique chance to be at the forefront of national efforts to transform how healthcare is provided for local people. Our hugely experienced project team of senior clinicians, architects, planners and construction experts have shaped our plans which embrace the latest best practice, including advances in design and digital healthcare.

The Trust is delighted to have recently been awarded Teaching Hospital status in recognition of its wide and well-renowned role in educating doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals. We have recently opened a multi-storey car park at Watford General Hospital.

We encourage and welcome people with disabilities to apply for our roles with the necessary support to be put in place accordingly.

We strive to live by our Commitment, Care and Quality values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging.

Employer details

Employer name

West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Watford General Hospital

Watford

WD18 0HB

Employer's website

http://www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

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Employer details

Employer name

West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Watford General Hospital

Watford

WD18 0HB

Employer's website

http://www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

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