Job summary
We are seeking to recruit enthusiastic, innovative, and progressive Consultant to join our Substantive General and Colorectal Surgery Consultant team. These are replacement posts.
It is anticipated that the high caliber appointees will be fully immersed in all aspects of Elective and Emergency General and Colorectal surgery including cancer.
Within Cancer surgery we boast amongst the best outcomes in the region and nationally despite the numerous challenges within local population.
We have recently acquired a dual console Davinci XI which is further cementing SWBH at the forefront of colorectal surgery.
In addition to cancer surgery, we also have an award winning tertiary pelvic floor service (FINCH), an excellent IBD service with a fully functioning MDT and joint clinics, an nationally accredited Endometriosis service and are key members of the regional Gyanecological oncology center.
Candidates with all sub-specialty interests are encouraged to apply and these will be supported.
Closing date: 31st May 2024
Interview date: 1st July 2024
Main duties of the job
The working week for a full-time consultant is comprised of 10 programmed activities (PAs) each of which has a nominal timetable value of 4 hours. Programmed activities that take place outside the hours of 7am and 7pm Monday and Friday or at weekends or on public holidays will have a timetable value of three hours rather than four.
For this post direct clinical care (work relating directly to the prevention, diagnosis, or treatment of illness) includes emergency work (including whilst on-call), outpatient activities, multi-disciplinary meetings about direct patient care, and administration directly related to the above. Supporting professional activities (that underpin direct clinical care), include participation in training, medical education, continuous professional development, formal teaching, audit, clinical management, and local clinical governance activities.
The on-call commitment for this post is currently - 1 in 7 day cover (4 and 3 split) and 1 in 14 night cover. The on call availability supplement is currently Category A and currently classed as medium Frequency with an on call availability supplement of 5 % currently payable.
About us
Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust (SWBT) is an integrated careorganisation with a budget of approximately £600 million and over 7,000 staff. Diversity and social care is at the core of what we do as the Trust provides Community and Acute Services to over half a million people in an urban centre that demands massive regeneration and has substantial premature mortality.
Our new acute hospital, the Midland Metropolitan University Hospital (MMUH), opens in 2024 and will provide care to our local population from first class, purpose-built premises.As a result, the base of this role may change to MMUH from 2024 (or beyond). If this is applicable to your role, you will be informed during the recruitment process and continuing your application with this understanding.The development of the new hospital will play an important role in the regeneration of the wider area and in improving the lives of local people and reducing health inequalities.
We have three newly emerging strategic objectives:
- Our People - to cultivate and sustain happy, productive and engaged staff
- Our Patients - to be good or outstanding in everything we do
3. Our Population - to work seamlessly with our partners to improve lives
Job description
Job responsibilities
Information about the Specialty: Please see detailed job description attached. This is a Royal college approved post.
Research: The University of Birmingham would like to support research by offering two protected research PAs to recently appointed (within 18 months) consultants. Sessions will be prioritised for those with a commitment to research and an interest in an area of research that maps to University of Birmingham strengths. Support will be assessed on a competitive basis.
At the University, we know diversity fosters creativity and innovation. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where all belong. We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented in our workforce. These include people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, disabled people, LGBTQI+ people, and women.
A bespoke mentoring/training programme along with a £5k training/consumables budget will be provided. Assuming good progress is made the Research PAs will be for 3 years. In keeping with our track-record of supporting the development of colleagues, we anticipate that the appointees will be able to raise research funding to support their research time beyond the 3-year period.
For more information on the job role and responsibilities, please refer to the Job Description attached.
For an informal discussion, please contact:
Clinical Director: Mr Edward Harper, Email: edward.harper@nhs.net
Clinical Lead: Mr Rajeev Peravali, Email: rajeev.peravali@nhs.net
Job description
Job responsibilities
Information about the Specialty: Please see detailed job description attached. This is a Royal college approved post.
Research: The University of Birmingham would like to support research by offering two protected research PAs to recently appointed (within 18 months) consultants. Sessions will be prioritised for those with a commitment to research and an interest in an area of research that maps to University of Birmingham strengths. Support will be assessed on a competitive basis.
At the University, we know diversity fosters creativity and innovation. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where all belong. We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented in our workforce. These include people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, disabled people, LGBTQI+ people, and women.
A bespoke mentoring/training programme along with a £5k training/consumables budget will be provided. Assuming good progress is made the Research PAs will be for 3 years. In keeping with our track-record of supporting the development of colleagues, we anticipate that the appointees will be able to raise research funding to support their research time beyond the 3-year period.
For more information on the job role and responsibilities, please refer to the Job Description attached.
For an informal discussion, please contact:
Clinical Director: Mr Edward Harper, Email: edward.harper@nhs.net
Clinical Lead: Mr Rajeev Peravali, Email: rajeev.peravali@nhs.net
Person Specification
Other Requirements:
Essential
- Full GMC Registration with Licence to Practise
- Appropriate Immigration Status (where appropriate)
- An understanding of the current NHS environment, particularly in relation to reforms, initiatives and issues.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Energy and enthusiasm and the ability to work under pressure
- An enquiring and critical approach to work
- Caring attitude to patients
- Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, patients, relatives, GPs, nurses, other staff and agencies.
- Commitment to Continuing Medical Education and Professional Development
Personal Circumstances
Essential
- Residence within a reasonable distance of Sandwell and City Hospitals.
- Ability to undertake clinical commitments at any of the Trust's sites.
Clinical Experience:
Essential
- Clinical training and experience equivalent to that required for gaining CCT in General and Colorectal Surgery
- Ability to take full and independent responsibility for the management of acute surgical emergencies.
- Ability to take full and independent responsibility for the care of patients with benign and malignant colorectal problems.
Desirable
- Special interest that complements the existing consultants
- Training in robotic surgery
Teaching and Training experience:
Essential
- Ability to teach clinical skills to medical and nursing staff and other disciplines.
- The ability to appraise junior doctors and other staff.
Desirable
- Formal training in teaching
Research, Innovation and Service Improvement Experience:
Essential
- Ability to apply research outcomes to clinical problems
- An awareness of current specialty developments, initiatives and issues.
Desirable
- Publications in relevant peer-reviewed journals in the last five years.
- Evidence of having undertaken original research
- Academic interest with the desire to lead an academic department within the Black Country ICS.
Qualifications
Essential
- Entry on the Specialist Register in General Surgery (or CCT expected within 6 months from the date of interview)
- FRCS or equivalent
Professional and Multi-disciplinary team working
Essential
- Ability to work well with colleagues and within a team
Management and Administrative Experience
Essential
- Ability to organise and prioritise workload effectively
- Ability to plan strategically and to exercise sound judgements when faced with conflicting pressures.
- Ability to motivate and develop the multi-disciplinary team, balancing departmental and personal objectives.
Clinical Effectiveness
Essential
- Experience of conducting clinical audit
- Ability to use the evidence base and clinical audit to support decision-making
Person Specification
Other Requirements:
Essential
- Full GMC Registration with Licence to Practise
- Appropriate Immigration Status (where appropriate)
- An understanding of the current NHS environment, particularly in relation to reforms, initiatives and issues.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Energy and enthusiasm and the ability to work under pressure
- An enquiring and critical approach to work
- Caring attitude to patients
- Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, patients, relatives, GPs, nurses, other staff and agencies.
- Commitment to Continuing Medical Education and Professional Development
Personal Circumstances
Essential
- Residence within a reasonable distance of Sandwell and City Hospitals.
- Ability to undertake clinical commitments at any of the Trust's sites.
Clinical Experience:
Essential
- Clinical training and experience equivalent to that required for gaining CCT in General and Colorectal Surgery
- Ability to take full and independent responsibility for the management of acute surgical emergencies.
- Ability to take full and independent responsibility for the care of patients with benign and malignant colorectal problems.
Desirable
- Special interest that complements the existing consultants
- Training in robotic surgery
Teaching and Training experience:
Essential
- Ability to teach clinical skills to medical and nursing staff and other disciplines.
- The ability to appraise junior doctors and other staff.
Desirable
- Formal training in teaching
Research, Innovation and Service Improvement Experience:
Essential
- Ability to apply research outcomes to clinical problems
- An awareness of current specialty developments, initiatives and issues.
Desirable
- Publications in relevant peer-reviewed journals in the last five years.
- Evidence of having undertaken original research
- Academic interest with the desire to lead an academic department within the Black Country ICS.
Qualifications
Essential
- Entry on the Specialist Register in General Surgery (or CCT expected within 6 months from the date of interview)
- FRCS or equivalent
Professional and Multi-disciplinary team working
Essential
- Ability to work well with colleagues and within a team
Management and Administrative Experience
Essential
- Ability to organise and prioritise workload effectively
- Ability to plan strategically and to exercise sound judgements when faced with conflicting pressures.
- Ability to motivate and develop the multi-disciplinary team, balancing departmental and personal objectives.
Clinical Effectiveness
Essential
- Experience of conducting clinical audit
- Ability to use the evidence base and clinical audit to support decision-making
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).
