Job summary
Job Title: Consultant Urologist
Department: Urology
Location: Milton Keynes
Salary: £84,559 to £114,003 per annum
Programmed Activities: 10
Applications are invited to apply for a Consultant in Urology at Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. The candidate would need good general urology skills and ideally have an interest in HOLEP and prostate cancer diagnostics, including LATP. Candidates with alternative subspecialist interests are encouraged to apply, however.
This post is to fill a post following retirement of a colleague offering 10 programmed activities with an on-call supplement of 3%. Additional programmed activities may be available, but these are subject to annual discussion and agreement and do not form part of the underlying contractual agreement. Applicants are required to be on the Specialist Register for Urology, have CCT in Urology or be within six months of obtaining it by the interview date. Full Registration with the GMC is essential.
For more information please contact:
Mr Robert McCormick
Clinical Lead
Robert.McCormick@mkuh.nhs.uk
Dr Nikos Makris
CSU Lead for General Surgery
& Urology
Nikolaos.Makris@mkuh.nhs.uk
Dr Ian Reckless
Medical Director
Ian.Reckless@mkuh.nhs.uk
Closing date for receipt of applications: 16/03/2022
Interview Date: 04/04/2022
Main duties of the job
Consultant Urology Surgeon within the General Surgery CSU to Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
The consultant appointment is a new post within the Urology team at Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. The post holder will provide a general urological elective and emergency service for a busy DGH hospital. A sub-specialist interest to suit the department would be considered.
They will cover on-call 1:6 in the weekdays in Milton Keynes, and 1:12 on-call weekends with Bedford Hospital.
About us
You can expect a warm welcome at Milton Keynes University Hospital, our staff are friendly and welcoming. We listen to each other and work together to embed our Trusts values and behaviours. At MKUH we appreciate our staff and reward them with an outstanding benefits package including:
- Free on-site parking
- Free tea and coffee
- Great flexible working opportunities
- Discounted gym membership
- Lease car scheme
- Generous annual leave and pension scheme
- On site nursery (chargeable)
- Extensive staff health and well-being programme
Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, in partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital; we conduct research and teaching on site to improve the care of our patients. The hospital is undergoing significant investment, and we are proud to be rated good by the CQC. Visit our website to catch up on our latest news.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Duties and responsibilities
- To ensure the provision of an extensive Urological surgical service to the population served by the Trust with responsibility for the diagnosis, treatment and aftercare of the patients, as well as meeting the changing needs of the local population.
- To be responsible for the activities within her or his sphere of special interest.
- To observe the Trusts agreed guidelines and procedures, on clinical matters and to follow the local and national employment Human Resources Policies and Procedures.
- To ensure adequate arrangements are in place for two-way communication between hospital staff involved in the care of the post holders patients when necessary.
- To be responsible for carrying out teaching and accreditation duties as required. This will involve contributing and participating in postgraduate and continuing medical education activities both locally and nationally.
- To work with the Clinical Director and professional colleagues to ensure the efficient running and management of services.
- Participate in clinical audit as part of clinical governance programme.
- Responsibilities to develop Urology services and participation in MDT meetings in relation to Urology cancer.
- Liaising with other healthcare organisations, social services, General Practitioners, voluntary organisations and Hospices as required.
Training and Education
To take an active part in the teaching and training programme including
- Contributing to undergraduate, postgraduate and continuing medical education activity.
- Carrying out medical teaching, examination and accreditation duties as required.
- Contributing, if appropriate, to the training of nursing, paramedical, scientific and technical staff.
- Participating in the formal appraisal and assessment of Junior Medical Staff in accordance with guidelines from the Royal College of Surgeons, the Regional Postgraduate Dean and The Postgraduate Medical Education and Training Board
Clinical Governance
- Participating in developing a satisfactory and consistent quality of clinical services by establishing appropriate systems, agreeing standards and ensuring standards are met.
- Participating in clinical audit and ensure outcomes are implemented.
- Contributing towards research projects, as appropriate.
Management
- Taking an active role in the management of the Urology department & the General Surgical CSU and the hospital as appropriate.
- Contributing to the management process within the Trust, through participation in planning, project or liaison groups as appropriate.
- Contributing towards achievement of the Trusts strategic direction and business plans.
- Advising medical, nursing, management and other staff in appropriate matters.
- Co-operating with the CSU Clinical Director, whose role forms part of the management arrangements for Milton Keynes Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.
General
The post holder will be expected
- To liaise closely with colleagues at all times regarding annual leave/study leave
- To share the responsibility of consultant cover when colleagues are absent
- To submit requests for leave at least six weeks in advance of the leave commencing.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Duties and responsibilities
- To ensure the provision of an extensive Urological surgical service to the population served by the Trust with responsibility for the diagnosis, treatment and aftercare of the patients, as well as meeting the changing needs of the local population.
- To be responsible for the activities within her or his sphere of special interest.
- To observe the Trusts agreed guidelines and procedures, on clinical matters and to follow the local and national employment Human Resources Policies and Procedures.
- To ensure adequate arrangements are in place for two-way communication between hospital staff involved in the care of the post holders patients when necessary.
- To be responsible for carrying out teaching and accreditation duties as required. This will involve contributing and participating in postgraduate and continuing medical education activities both locally and nationally.
- To work with the Clinical Director and professional colleagues to ensure the efficient running and management of services.
- Participate in clinical audit as part of clinical governance programme.
- Responsibilities to develop Urology services and participation in MDT meetings in relation to Urology cancer.
- Liaising with other healthcare organisations, social services, General Practitioners, voluntary organisations and Hospices as required.
Training and Education
To take an active part in the teaching and training programme including
- Contributing to undergraduate, postgraduate and continuing medical education activity.
- Carrying out medical teaching, examination and accreditation duties as required.
- Contributing, if appropriate, to the training of nursing, paramedical, scientific and technical staff.
- Participating in the formal appraisal and assessment of Junior Medical Staff in accordance with guidelines from the Royal College of Surgeons, the Regional Postgraduate Dean and The Postgraduate Medical Education and Training Board
Clinical Governance
- Participating in developing a satisfactory and consistent quality of clinical services by establishing appropriate systems, agreeing standards and ensuring standards are met.
- Participating in clinical audit and ensure outcomes are implemented.
- Contributing towards research projects, as appropriate.
Management
- Taking an active role in the management of the Urology department & the General Surgical CSU and the hospital as appropriate.
- Contributing to the management process within the Trust, through participation in planning, project or liaison groups as appropriate.
- Contributing towards achievement of the Trusts strategic direction and business plans.
- Advising medical, nursing, management and other staff in appropriate matters.
- Co-operating with the CSU Clinical Director, whose role forms part of the management arrangements for Milton Keynes Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.
General
The post holder will be expected
- To liaise closely with colleagues at all times regarding annual leave/study leave
- To share the responsibility of consultant cover when colleagues are absent
- To submit requests for leave at least six weeks in advance of the leave commencing.
Person Specification
Qualifications/ Registration
Essential
- Full registration with GMC
- Entry on GMC Specialist Register; via; -CCT or CESR (CP) - proposed CCT or CESR (CP) date must be within 6-months of interview
- An appropriate higher surgical qualification e.g. FRCS (urol.) or equivalent
Desirable
Experience/ Training
Essential
- General training in Urology to specialist level or equivalent
- Ability to make decisions at consultant level
Desirable
- Experience in HOLEP & LATP treatment.
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge and application of up to date evidence based practice
- Appropriate level of clinical knowledge
- Sufficient leadership within an organisation and knowledge of national access targets
Desirable
- Breadth of experience within and outside specialty
Clinical Skills
Essential
- Experience in the multi-disciplinary management of patients
- Understanding of clinical risk management
Communication Skills
Essential
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Evidence of the ability to communicate with patients, colleagues and staff at all levels
- Evidence of teaching experience at undergraduate and postgraduate levels
- Ability to work constructively in a team environment
Desirable
- Ability to be able to appraise both juniors and other staff
- Ability to teach both undergraduate and postgraduate doctors
Leadership Skills
Essential
- To motivate and develop both medical staff and non-medical staff
Desirable
- Interest in Medical management
Audit
Essential
- Evidence of participation in audit
Other Requirements
Essential
- Ability to work independently as well as part of the General Surgical directorate
- To balance individual requirements against those of the division and the Trust as a whole
- Ability to gain the trust and confidence of colleagues and patients
- To accept management roles within the directorate as requested by the Clinical Director
- Will be required to maintain full registration with the GMC as well as remain on the Specialist Register
Desirable
- IT and computer skills Car Driver
Health
Essential
- Demonstration of immunisation against Hep B plus proof of satisfactory HbsAg negative status
Person Specification
Qualifications/ Registration
Essential
- Full registration with GMC
- Entry on GMC Specialist Register; via; -CCT or CESR (CP) - proposed CCT or CESR (CP) date must be within 6-months of interview
- An appropriate higher surgical qualification e.g. FRCS (urol.) or equivalent
Desirable
Experience/ Training
Essential
- General training in Urology to specialist level or equivalent
- Ability to make decisions at consultant level
Desirable
- Experience in HOLEP & LATP treatment.
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge and application of up to date evidence based practice
- Appropriate level of clinical knowledge
- Sufficient leadership within an organisation and knowledge of national access targets
Desirable
- Breadth of experience within and outside specialty
Clinical Skills
Essential
- Experience in the multi-disciplinary management of patients
- Understanding of clinical risk management
Communication Skills
Essential
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Evidence of the ability to communicate with patients, colleagues and staff at all levels
- Evidence of teaching experience at undergraduate and postgraduate levels
- Ability to work constructively in a team environment
Desirable
- Ability to be able to appraise both juniors and other staff
- Ability to teach both undergraduate and postgraduate doctors
Leadership Skills
Essential
- To motivate and develop both medical staff and non-medical staff
Desirable
- Interest in Medical management
Audit
Essential
- Evidence of participation in audit
Other Requirements
Essential
- Ability to work independently as well as part of the General Surgical directorate
- To balance individual requirements against those of the division and the Trust as a whole
- Ability to gain the trust and confidence of colleagues and patients
- To accept management roles within the directorate as requested by the Clinical Director
- Will be required to maintain full registration with the GMC as well as remain on the Specialist Register
Desirable
- IT and computer skills Car Driver
Health
Essential
- Demonstration of immunisation against Hep B plus proof of satisfactory HbsAg negative status
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).
