Detailed job description and main responsibilities To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you'll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the 'Supporting Documents' heading. So that you're even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, you'll need to take time to read the 'Candidate Essentials Guide' that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how 'we care for you as you care for others'. Most importantly, it also contains critical information you'll need to be aware of before you submit an application form. Person specification Qualifications Essential criteria FRCS (or equivalent) Certificate of completion of training in general/colorectal surgery (CCT) or within 12 months prior to CCT Desirable criteria Higher Degree - PhD, MD, MBA Membership of relevant professional societies (eg ACPGBI, ASGBI, ESCP, ECCO) Eligibility Essential criteria Full registration with GMC with current license to practise Eligibility to work in UK Clinical Knowledge and Expertise Essential criteria Demonstrates appropriate technical and clinical competence and evidence of diagnostic skills and clinical judgment Competent to undertake General Surgical on calls at registrar level Competent in general laparoscopic surgery Experience of supervising and teaching FY and core surgical trainees Evidence of involvement in clinical research Desirable criteria Teaching qualifications Up to date GCP training Publications in peer reviewed journals Personal Skills Essential criteria Ability to work within and lead a team Ability to communicate effectively and sensitively with patients, relatives, GPs, nurses and other individuals Awareness of own limitations and when to ask for help Capacity to manage time and prioritise workload Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues. Desirable criteria Motivated individual, ready to lead a team of middle and junior grade doctors Employer certification / accreditation badges