Consultant in General Surgery - Upper GI&BariatricAn opportunity has arisen for a dynamic and motivated surgeon to join our department at an exciting time in our Trusts future.
The Department offers a supportive and encouraging environment in which to develop as a professional with opportunities to develop in sub-specialist fields.Presently, General Surgery services are provided across three hospitals Dewsbury, Pinderfields and Pontefract with major Gastrointestinal Surgery and acute services provided on the Dewsbury and Pinderfields site.
Bariatric Surgery is based on the Dewsbury site.
The post holder would be expected to participate in the on-call General Surgery rota.MYTT has an established Bariatric Surgery Service with a team comprising two Bariatric surgeons, Bariatric physicians, specialist dieticians, specialist nurse, specialist psychologist and community physiotherapy.
The Bariatric Surgery team are responsible for the delivery of the Specialist Obesity and Bariatric Services (SOBS), the post holder would be involved in supporting the further development of this service including establishing clinical networks.The post is advertised as a whole time 10 PA post, although less-than-full time applications or job sharing arrangements may be considered.
Additional Programmed Activities may be offered.Main duties of the jobThe mainduties of the post will include:Emergency On-Call CommitmentOn-call rota: 1:9 resident, alternating betweenfirst and second on-call (paired Upper GI and Colorectal surgeons).
Non-resident nights: 1:18.Consultants are expected to reside within 30minutes of the acute site.All elective activity is cancelled during theon-call week.Separate admin time is allocated following acutework.On-call responsibilities include:Supervision and participation in emergencyprocedures.Post-take ward rounds.Clinical decision-making and oversight of acuteadmissions.Bariatric Service commitmentsIn addition to the on-call commitments, the appointedindividual will be expected to undertake regular job-planned activitiessupporting the continued growth and development of the Specialist Obesity andBariatric Service (SOBS) in collaboration with colleagues.
The postholder willprovide comprehensive clinical care essential to maintaining a safe,high-quality, and continuously improving bariatric service.
This will includedelivering specialist clinical sessions in both outpatient and theatre settings,as well as active participation in regular multidisciplinary team (MDT)meetings.About usWe are an acute trust caring for over one million people in Wakefield and Kirklees.
Our 10,000 staff members work in patients homes, the community, and our three hospitals in Pontefract, Dewsbury, and Pinderfields (Wakefield).
Committed to continuous improvement, we prioritise our people and values so we can deliver excellent patient experience.
Our team is friendly, passionate and always seeking better ways to work through research and innovation.We support work-life balance and foster a diverse, inclusive environment where everyone belongs.
Our staff networks offer safe spaces for honest conversations and to share ideas, thoughts and concerns so we can increase awareness and appreciation of equality, diversity, and inclusion.As a member of the team, you will have access to the NHS pension plan, a generous holiday allowance, employee health and wellbeing services and extensive benefits and support.
These include onsite nurseries, childcare vouchers,home electronics schemes, working carers support, carer-friendly policies, and more.If you value caring, high standards, improvement, and respect, join the MY team to make a difference every day.Job responsibilitiesAbout the roleAn exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic and motivated Consultant Surgeon to join the General and GI Surgery Department at Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust (MYTT) during a pivotal phase in our organisations development.We offer a supportive, collaborative, and forward-thinking environment, with excellent opportunities for professional growth and sub-specialist development within an experienced and well-established multidisciplinary team.This post is offered on a full time (10 PA) basis although less than full time applications will be considered.
Additional Programmed Activities may be available.The successful candidate will receive mentoring for the first 12 months and will be supported in developing robotic surgical skills through structured departmental training opportunities.The main duties of the post will include:Emergency On-Call Commitment On-call rota: 1:9 resident, alternating between first and second on-call (paired Upper GI and Colorectal surgeons).
Non-resident nights: 1:18.
Consultants are expected to reside within 30 minutes of the acute site.
All elective activity is cancelled during the on-call week.
Separate admin time is allocated following acute work.On-call responsibilities include: Supervision and participation in emergency procedures.
Post-take ward rounds.
Clinical decision-making and oversight of acute admissions.Please see the attached full job description for an example weekly timetable.To meet the requirements of this role, applicants must demonstrate the following essential criteria:Full GMC Registration with licence to practise Inclusion on the GMC Specialist Register for General Surgery or within 6 months of obtaining CCT (or CESR / equivalent) Medical Degree from recognised medical school FRCS or equivalent (General Surgery or equivalent)Eligibility to work in the UKSufficient experience in General SurgeryWide experience in Emergency General Surgery.
Wide experience in obesity management and bariatric surgery.
Computer literate Demonstrates intelligent and analytical approach to problem solving.
Good time management.For the full Person Specification, including desirable criteria for the role, please refer to the attached document within the job description.Contact informationMiss Rupa Sarkar, Head of Clinical Services for General Surgery and Consultant UGI and Bariatric Surgery or Gill Jones, Patient Service Manager telephone: ************.Be part of MY teamWe are an acute trust caring for over one million people in Wakefield and Kirklees.
Our 10,000 staff work in patients homes, the community, and our three hospitals in Pontefract, Dewsbury, and Pinderfields (Wakefield).
We prioritise our people and values so we can deliver the best possible care to patients.
Our team is friendly, passionate, and innovative, always seeking better ways to work.We support work-life balance and foster a diverse, inclusive environment where everyone belongs.
Our staff networks offer safe spaces to share ideas and concerns so we can increase awareness and appreciation of equality, diversity, and inclusion.
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and especially encourage members of the LGBTQ+ community, ethnic minority groups, and people with disabilities or neurodivergence to apply, as they are currently underrepresented in the Trust.If you value caring, high standards, improvement, and respect, join the MY team to make a difference every day.Application guidance:We understand that more applicants are using artificial intelligence (AI) technology to help with their applications.
While these tools can be useful, they cannot fully capture your skills, knowledge, and experience.
Its important that you personalise your application.
Relying solely on AI is not recommended, as it may reduce your chances of success.
Our screening process is thorough, so if you have used AI, please make sure to disclose this on your application form.Access to the NHS pension planGenerous holiday allowance of 27 days plus bank holidays, increasing with 5 and 10 years of serviceExceptional employee health and wellbeing servicesExtensive benefits and support, including:Onsite nurseries and childcare salary sacrifice schemeCycle to work scheme - subject to eligibility criteriaCar lease salary sacrifice scheme - subject to eligibility criteriaWorking carers support and advice, carers network and carers passportFlexible working options and family and carer-friendly policiesEstablished staff networks, including LGBTQ+ and Race EqualityCareer progression, training and supportSkilled worker sponsorshipYou can find out more about skilled worker and health and care visas on our careers site.Person SpecificationQualificationsPlease click apply now to view the full person specification (there is no obligation to submit an application).
Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) **** 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.Head of Clinical Services for General Surgery
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