General SurgeryinThornton HeathinThornton HeathPUBLISHED SAT 15 MAR 2025
Opportunity for comprehensive training in various surgical subspecialties including Colorectal, Upper GI, Urology, and Vascular.
Access to educational supervision and support to pursue the Certificate of Readiness to Enter Specialty Training (CREST), enhancing career progression.
Involvement in both elective and emergency surgical services, providing a diverse and practical experience.
Participation in departmental education, research, and governance activities, fostering professional development.
A supportive work environment with a focus on high-quality patient care and a commitment to service improvement.
Engagement with a diverse patient population in Croydon, enhancing cultural competency and clinical skills.
Flexible work pattern with a mix of day and night shifts, contributing to work-life balance.
Join Croydon Health Services NHS Trust as a CT2 in General Surgery, an opportunity tailored for those who are passionate about making a difference in the healthcare sector. Located in the vibrant community of Thornton Heath, you will be part of a dedicated team that serves a diverse population, providing both elective and emergency care. As a Senior House Officer, you'll play a pivotal role in delivering exceptional patient care while honing your surgical skills alongside qualified professionals. You'll have the chance to rotate through various surgical subspecialties such as Colorectal, Upper GI, Urology, and Vascular, allowing you to expand your expertise in a supportive environment.
We understand the importance of work-life balance, especially for women in the workforce. With a structured on-call rota of 1-in-12 and educational supervision to guide you, we are committed to helping you grow both personally and professionally. This position also encourages participation in research and departmental education, with pathways to advance toward Higher Surgical Training. If you're looking for a rewarding career where you can thrive and truly contribute to patient well-being, Croydon Health Services NHS Trust is the perfect place for you. Take the next step and become part of our commitment to excellent integrated care for you and your community!
We understand the importance of work-life balance, especially for women in the workforce. With a structured on-call rota of 1-in-12 and educational supervision to guide you, we are committed to helping you grow both personally and professionally. This position also encourages participation in research and departmental education, with pathways to advance toward Higher Surgical Training. If you're looking for a rewarding career where you can thrive and truly contribute to patient well-being, Croydon Health Services NHS Trust is the perfect place for you. Take the next step and become part of our commitment to excellent integrated care for you and your community!
Opportunity for comprehensive training in various surgical subspecialties including Colorectal, Upper GI, Urology, and Vascular.
Access to educational supervision and support to pursue the Certificate of Readiness to Enter Specialty Training (CREST), enhancing career progression.
Involvement in both elective and emergency surgical services, providing a diverse and practical experience.
Participation in departmental education, research, and governance activities, fostering professional development.
A supportive work environment with a focus on high-quality patient care and a commitment to service improvement.
Engagement with a diverse patient population in Croydon, enhancing cultural competency and clinical skills.
Flexible work pattern with a mix of day and night shifts, contributing to work-life balance.
Croydon Health Services Trust provides a broad range of elective and emergency services to a population of almost 400,000 across the borough of Croydon and delivered across Croydon University Hospital (450-bed inpatient) and Purley War Memorial Hospital (outpatient).
The department wishes to appoint a fixed term trust grade Senior House Officer in General Surgery and Urology for a provisional 6-month fixed term, which can be extended up to a maximum of 2 years. This post is intended to provide both service and surgical training alongside formal postgraduate SHO trainees within the department. Educational supervision will be offered and postholders will be encouraged to pursue the Certificate of Readiness to Enter Specialty Training (CREST) in order to support application for Higher Surgical Training. Postholders will be expected to engage in departmental education, research and governance activities. Allocation to surgical subspecialty firm will be confirmed after interview and dependant on current vacancies and departmental needs.
Postholders are intended to rotate through different surgical subspecialties – Colorectal, Upper GI, Urology and Vascular.
The postholder will participate in a resident full shift pattern 1-in-12 on-call rota covering both General
Surgery and Urology, including 12-hour day and night shifts. In addition, the postholder will contribute
to a 1-in-12 “Hot Clinic” providing care for ambulatory surgical patients.
Working for your organisation
Croydon Health Services NHS Trust provide hospital and community services from a number of community and specialist clinics throughout Croydon.
These Include
Our Vision
“Excellent integrated care for you and your family, when and where you need it”
Our 5 key ‘Here for you’ promises to the people of Croydon are:
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Mr Rhys Thomas Job title: Consultant Email address:
The department wishes to appoint a fixed term trust grade Senior House Officer in General Surgery and Urology for a provisional 6-month fixed term, which can be extended up to a maximum of 2 years. This post is intended to provide both service and surgical training alongside formal postgraduate SHO trainees within the department. Educational supervision will be offered and postholders will be encouraged to pursue the Certificate of Readiness to Enter Specialty Training (CREST) in order to support application for Higher Surgical Training. Postholders will be expected to engage in departmental education, research and governance activities. Allocation to surgical subspecialty firm will be confirmed after interview and dependant on current vacancies and departmental needs.
Postholders are intended to rotate through different surgical subspecialties – Colorectal, Upper GI, Urology and Vascular.
The postholder will participate in a resident full shift pattern 1-in-12 on-call rota covering both General
Surgery and Urology, including 12-hour day and night shifts. In addition, the postholder will contribute
to a 1-in-12 “Hot Clinic” providing care for ambulatory surgical patients.
Working for your organisation
Croydon Health Services NHS Trust provide hospital and community services from a number of community and specialist clinics throughout Croydon.
These Include
- Croydon University Hospital
- Purley Hospital
- The Sickle Cell and Thalassaemia Centre in Thornton Heath
- Community bases at Purley, Sanderstead, New Addington, Broad Green, Woodside
- A minor injuries unit in New Addington
Our Vision
“Excellent integrated care for you and your family, when and where you need it”
Our 5 key ‘Here for you’ promises to the people of Croydon are:
- You feel cared for by helpful and welcoming staff
- You feel in safe hands with highly professional staff
- You feel confident in your treatment from skilled teams of compassionate clinicians
- You feel we value your time with convenient appointments, minimal waiting and care closer to home
- You feel it’s getting better all the time as we continue to improve our services
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Mr Rhys Thomas Job title: Consultant Email address:
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