Trust Grade Registrar - General Surgery (ST3) in Nottingham inNottingham PUBLISHED MON 24 MAR 2025 Jump to job information section
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Job Summary
NUH is looking to appoint an enthusiastic and highly motivated Trust Grade doctor at ST3 level or above to support one of the largest General Surgery departments in the UK. The post holder may rotate between specialties after 6 months in line with rotations if their preferences and service requirements allow.
The post holder will contribute to out of hours on-call, and should therefore have completed core surgical training (or equivalent), have full MRCS, ALS and have experience working within the NHS.
This is an exciting opportunity to join one of the largest general surgery departments in the UK. Our services are provided across two main campuses (Queen's Medical Centre and City Hospital) and deliver separate sub-specialist emergency care for Colorectal, UGI and HPB conditions, alongside general surgery. Our elective care is also delivered across both sites and is has recently changed in configuration with a brand new theatre complex and elective inpatient ward which opened at City campus in 2022.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will support various aspects of this busy service, with a commitment to out of hours on call. This may be based at City campus, or shared across both City and QMC rotas. The daytime role shall be affiliated to one of our elective services but may be modified to meet the specific requirements of the individual. Examples include research or quality improvement projects by mutual agreement with appropriate supervisors, or targeted clinical training, eg endoscopy (colonoscopy or EUS). The latter may be suitable for Out of Programme experience, if appropriate training programme approvals are confirmed.
About Us
With over 20,000 staff, we are one of the biggest employers in the city with a central role in supporting the health and wellbeing of our local population. We play a leading role in research, education and innovation.
Come and join our wonderful team at NUH. We are big believers in diversity and welcome new ideas to help develop our team in order to deliver world class healthcare to the vast patient populations we serve. With endless personal development opportunities available, at NUH we will endeavour to turn your job into a career!
We particularly welcome applications from people who identify as Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, or Disabled, as we are striving to be better represented at NUH.
Date posted
19 March 2025
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Doctor - other
Salary
£61,825 to £70,425 a year plus on-call supplements
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
164-7
Job locations
Cross site
Nottingham
NG7 2UH
Job Description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will support various aspects of this busy service, with a commitment to an out of hours rota. The daytime role will be affiliated to one of our elective services. The postholder will attend clinics, theatre sessions and ward rounds as per allocation in a weekly firm timetable.
There are ample opportunities for work based assessments from the supervising consultants. You will also be allocated a Clinical Supervisor.
In addition, there is a weekly local General Surgery teaching programme which you would be expected to attend and contribute to.
Although this is not a training post it should be possible for an enthusiastic doctor to map their experiences to many of the core curriculum programme competences as all aspects of the syllabus are relevant to this attachment.
We encourage our doctors to involve themselves in audit and research. You would be expected to make yourself familiar with the processes of the audit cycle and to assess the role of audit in clinical governance and in improving patient care. Supervision for projects will be available, and support may also be available from hospital audit departments.
Responsibilities
Job description Job responsibilities
The post holder will support various aspects of this busy service, with a commitment to an out of hours rota. The daytime role will be affiliated to one of our elective services. The postholder will attend clinics, theatre sessions and ward rounds as per allocation in a weekly firm timetable.
There are ample opportunities for work based assessments from the supervising consultants. You will also be allocated a Clinical Supervisor.
In addition, there is a weekly local General Surgery teaching programme which you would be expected to attend and contribute to.
Although this is not a training post it should be possible for an enthusiastic doctor to map their experiences to many of the core curriculum programme competences as all aspects of the syllabus are relevant to this attachment.
We encourage our doctors to involve themselves in audit and research. You would be expected to make yourself familiar with the processes of the audit cycle and to assess the role of audit in clinical governance and in improving patient care. Supervision for projects will be available, and support may also be available from hospital audit departments.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Training & Qualifications Essential
NUH is looking to appoint an enthusiastic and highly motivated Trust Grade doctor at ST3 level or above to support one of the largest General Surgery departments in the UK. The post holder may rotate between specialties after 6 months in line with rotations if their preferences and service requirements allow.
The post holder will contribute to out of hours on-call, and should therefore have completed core surgical training (or equivalent), have full MRCS, ALS and have experience working within the NHS.
This is an exciting opportunity to join one of the largest general surgery departments in the UK. Our services are provided across two main campuses (Queen's Medical Centre and City Hospital) and deliver separate sub-specialist emergency care for Colorectal, UGI and HPB conditions, alongside general surgery. Our elective care is also delivered across both sites and is has recently changed in configuration with a brand new theatre complex and elective inpatient ward which opened at City campus in 2022.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will support various aspects of this busy service, with a commitment to out of hours on call. This may be based at City campus, or shared across both City and QMC rotas. The daytime role shall be affiliated to one of our elective services but may be modified to meet the specific requirements of the individual. Examples include research or quality improvement projects by mutual agreement with appropriate supervisors, or targeted clinical training, eg endoscopy (colonoscopy or EUS). The latter may be suitable for Out of Programme experience, if appropriate training programme approvals are confirmed.
About Us
With over 20,000 staff, we are one of the biggest employers in the city with a central role in supporting the health and wellbeing of our local population. We play a leading role in research, education and innovation.
Come and join our wonderful team at NUH. We are big believers in diversity and welcome new ideas to help develop our team in order to deliver world class healthcare to the vast patient populations we serve. With endless personal development opportunities available, at NUH we will endeavour to turn your job into a career!
We particularly welcome applications from people who identify as Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, or Disabled, as we are striving to be better represented at NUH.
Date posted
19 March 2025
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Doctor - other
Salary
£61,825 to £70,425 a year plus on-call supplements
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
164-7
Job locations
Cross site
Nottingham
NG7 2UH
Job Description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will support various aspects of this busy service, with a commitment to an out of hours rota. The daytime role will be affiliated to one of our elective services. The postholder will attend clinics, theatre sessions and ward rounds as per allocation in a weekly firm timetable.
There are ample opportunities for work based assessments from the supervising consultants. You will also be allocated a Clinical Supervisor.
In addition, there is a weekly local General Surgery teaching programme which you would be expected to attend and contribute to.
Although this is not a training post it should be possible for an enthusiastic doctor to map their experiences to many of the core curriculum programme competences as all aspects of the syllabus are relevant to this attachment.
We encourage our doctors to involve themselves in audit and research. You would be expected to make yourself familiar with the processes of the audit cycle and to assess the role of audit in clinical governance and in improving patient care. Supervision for projects will be available, and support may also be available from hospital audit departments.
Responsibilities
Job description Job responsibilities
The post holder will support various aspects of this busy service, with a commitment to an out of hours rota. The daytime role will be affiliated to one of our elective services. The postholder will attend clinics, theatre sessions and ward rounds as per allocation in a weekly firm timetable.
There are ample opportunities for work based assessments from the supervising consultants. You will also be allocated a Clinical Supervisor.
In addition, there is a weekly local General Surgery teaching programme which you would be expected to attend and contribute to.
Although this is not a training post it should be possible for an enthusiastic doctor to map their experiences to many of the core curriculum programme competences as all aspects of the syllabus are relevant to this attachment.
We encourage our doctors to involve themselves in audit and research. You would be expected to make yourself familiar with the processes of the audit cycle and to assess the role of audit in clinical governance and in improving patient care. Supervision for projects will be available, and support may also be available from hospital audit departments.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Training & Qualifications Essential
- MBBS or equivalent
- Full GMC Registration with licence to practice in the UK
- Full MRCS (Gen Surg) or equivalent
- ALS or equivalent
- Postgraduate Qualifications
- Good and wide ranging recent experience of General Surgery in acute inpatient setting in a large acute hospital
- NHS Experience of at least 12 months
- Evidence of completion of key competencies equivalent to at least CT/junior registrar level
- Experience of working out of hours with limited support
- Evidence of participation in clinical audit/quality improvement
- Experience and enthusiasm for undergraduate and postgraduate teaching
- Original research publications
- MBBS or equivalent
- Full GMC Registration with licence to practice in the UK
Not sure?
If you're interested in this role but you have questions or you're not yet ready to apply, then please book a quick call with us and we'd be happy to answer any questions you have and tell you more about the role.
If you're interested in this role but you have questions or you're not yet ready to apply, then please book a quick call with us and we'd be happy to answer any questions you have and tell you more about the role.
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To work as a Trust Grade Registrar in the UK, you typically need a combination of medical qualifications, clinical skills, and personal attributes. Here are some key skills and qualifications required for this role:
Medical Qualifications:
1. Medical Degree: You must have a qualification in medicine (MBBS or equivalent).
2. Foundation Training: Completion of the UK's Foundation Programme (or equivalent), which provides basic medical training.
Clinical Skills:
1. Clinical Knowledge: A thorough understanding of medical practices, procedures, and standards relevant to your specialty.
2. Assessment and Diagnosis: Ability to assess, diagnose, and manage a wide range of medical conditions.
3. Procedural Skills: Depending on the specialty, you may need specific procedural skills (e.g., suturing, cannulation).
Communication Skills:
1. Patient Interaction: Excellent interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
2. Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team, sharing knowledge and supporting colleagues.
Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving:
1. Clinical Judgment: Strong critical thinking skills to make informed decisions and manage complex patient cases.
2. Adaptability: Ability to adjust and respond to rapidly changing clinical situations.
Organization and Time Management:
1. Prioritization: Skill in managing multiple tasks and prioritizing patient care effectively.
2. Record Keeping: Proficiency in maintaining accurate and timely medical records.
Professionalism and Ethical Practice:
1. Confidentiality: Understanding the importance of patient confidentiality and ethics in medical practice.
2. Commitment to Continuous Learning: A willingness to engage in ongoing professional development and stay updated with the latest medical research and guidelines.
Additional Skills:
1. Leadership: Capable of taking on leadership roles within the healthcare team when necessary.
2. Resilience: Ability to cope with the pressures and demands of a busy clinical environment.
Experience:
- Previous experience in the relevant specialty and involvement in clinical audits or research can be beneficial.
Registration:
- You will need to be registered with the General Medical Council (GMC) and may need to fulfill specific requirements depending on the Trust or specialty you are applying for.
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