Job summary
The Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust is looking to recruit two Consultant Vascular and Endovascular Surgeons on 2 years NHS Locum contracts. There is a possibility this contract could be made permanent following RCS approval of the job description.
The successful candidates will complete a group of 5 existing Consultant Vascular Surgeons therefore resulting in a team of 7. Our friendly, dynamic team is supported by Registrars, Resident Doctors, and two Band 7 Vascular Nurse Specialists in providing high quality vascular services across the County, which in turn provides an excellent working and living environment.
In Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly our demographic is increasing as well seasonally fluctuating, plus we have the challenge of a rural geography. This requires a continual development of the service we provide to our population and gives the new appointee scope for further input and contribution to the evolution and expansion of the vascular service across the Duchy Of Cornwall, as part of the Integrated Care System.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will provide emergency vascular surgery as part of a 1:7 consultant rota incorporating Consultant of The Week on a 24/7 basis. This is supported by a 24/7 Interventional Radiology Rota
We provide a full range of inpatient elective & non-elective operating services and day case sessions. Outpatient clinics are held across a variety of community hospitals within Cornwall. Major arterial vascular work is delivered at the Treliske site with access to a Hybrid suite. Vascular Consultants have elective commitments at satellite hospitals and / or outreach facilities. We've a dedicated multidisciplinary diabetic foot service. There are strong working relationships with Interventional Radiology, with a complex EVAR service and a well-established renal access programme. A regular programme of service and educational meetings underpins the service, plus a commitment to audit and teaching.
About us
Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust is the biggest provider of healthcare services in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. Our three main sites are Royal Cornwall Hospital Truro, St Michael's Hospital Hayle and West Cornwall Hospital Penzance, our staff and services are available across the region.
RCHT employs 5,000 staff, has a budget of £380 million and 658 beds.
We work with health and social care organisations including - NHS Kernow and NHS England to ensure local healthcare needs are met. We provide acute medical, surgical and specialist services to around 604,000 which can increase significantly during busy holiday periods.
RCHT has teaching hospitals status as part of the University of Exeter Medical School. Keeping at the forefront of medical advances, we continually developing clinical services and are committed to maximising the range of specialist care offered locally.
Reflecting the high standards of care on offer, recent patient surveys show that over 90 per cent of patients rate their overall experience of services as excellent, very good or good.
Cornwall is a beautiful county which offers an outstanding quality of life, providing many opportunities for outdoor activities in a place that offers surfing beaches and fishing harbours to beautiful countryside and historic towns. With clean air, plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities and excellent schools, colleges and universities it is the ideal place for families and for you to develop your own career.
Details
Date posted
16 February 2026
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Consultant
Salary
£109,725 to £145,478 a year PA
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
1 years
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time, Job share
Reference number
156-MS-4424
Job locations
Royal Cornwall Hospital
Truro
TR1 3LJ
Job description
Job responsibilities
This is a full-time post.
PLEASE NOTE: To view the full Job Description and Person Specification, please click view the supporting document on the right hand side
To be an employee of the NHS you need to successfully complete the following:
* Identity Checks
* Professional registration and qualification checks
* Employment history and reference checks
* Work health assessments
* Criminal record check standards
* Right to work checks
For further information please visit:
Job description
Job responsibilities
This is a full-time post.
PLEASE NOTE: To view the full Job Description and Person Specification, please click view the supporting document on the right hand side
To be an employee of the NHS you need to successfully complete the following:
* Identity Checks
* Professional registration and qualification checks
* Employment history and reference checks
* Work health assessments
* Criminal record check standards
* Right to work checks
For further information please visit:
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* Full GMC Registration with a Licence to Practice
Desirable
* On GMC Specialist Register
Experience
Essential
* Teaching (Medical students, peers, MDT).
* Experienced in Clinical Audit and Clinical Governance
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* Full GMC Registration with a Licence to Practice
Desirable
* On GMC Specialist Register
Experience
Essential
* Teaching (Medical students, peers, MDT).
* Experienced in Clinical Audit and Clinical Governance
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust
Address
Royal Cornwall Hospital
Truro
TR1 3LJ
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Employer details
Employer name
Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust
Address
Royal Cornwall Hospital
Truro
TR1 3LJ
Employer's website
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