Consultant Vascular and Endovascular Surgeon
The closing date is 11 January 2026
We are seeking to appoint a substantive Consultant Vascular Surgeon to join our expanding team. The successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate competence across a comprehensive range of traditional open and endovascular procedures. Proficiency in endovascular techniques will be particularly valued.
The appointee will join an established vascular network comprising Bedford, Luton, and Milton Keynes hospitals, serving a combined population of just over one million. The network operates a hub‑and‑spoke model, with Luton and Dunstable Hospital designated as the central hub for all planned and emergency arterial activity from 3 December 2025. We are a recognised centre for complex arterial surgery within the East of England.
The successful candidate will join a senior core vascular team of ten consultants committed to delivering a high‑quality, timely, and modern service for patients with vascular disease. The team’s core mission is to improve care quality and patient experience while fostering innovation in addressing common clinical challenges.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be expected to undertake the full spectrum of traditional open vascular procedures, including aortic and peripheral arterial surgery, across both elective and emergency settings. Proficiency in endovascular techniques – particularly deep venous interventions – will be highly valued. They will work in alignment with the established practices of the vascular unit, adhering to agreed care pathways and collaborating effectively with colleagues to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
The appointee will be accountable for the quality of their clinical work, professional behaviour, and conduct, and will operate in accordance with the Trust’s values and the Standard Operating Procedures of the vascular team. The consultant will retain responsibility for patient care even when not on call, contributing to both formal and informal clinical discussions and ensuring comprehensive written handovers where appropriate. They will be expected to provide timely advice or support when requested by colleagues, whether within the vascular service or from other specialties.
They will be required to attend the weekly Vascular Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) meeting and the Vascular Grand Round, where all major cases are reviewed and discussed.
As part of the vascular network’s hub‑and‑spoke model, the appointed consultants will undertake regular clinical activity at one of the spoke hospitals in line with service requirements. The appointees will participate in the vascular emergency on‑call rota at the hub site (currently on a 1:8 basis). With the planned expansion of the consultant workforce, it is anticipated that the frequency of on‑call duties may further reduce over time. The Trust is committed to delivering a 7‑day vascular service, with daily consultant‑led review of inpatients, including weekends, as a mandatory component of the on‑call responsibilities.
All consultants are expected to contribute actively to departmental activities and take on additional roles and responsibilities as required. This includes regular attendance at team meetings, quality improvement forums, and participation in the Trust’s annual appraisal programme as part of the GMC revalidation process.
The post holder will have a formal responsibility for the teaching, training, and supervision of junior medical and nursing staff. The Trust is committed to developing new roles within the clinical workforce, and active involvement in the education of undergraduate students, nurses, and allied health professionals is strongly encouraged.
Consultants will be expected to undertake roles as both clinical and educational supervisors for trainees, and to engage with appropriate continuing professional development programmes to maintain the skills and knowledge required for these responsibilities.
The appointee will be accountable through the Trust’s governance framework and will be expected to contribute to departmental audit activities and quality improvement initiatives.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* FRCS or equivalent
* Full GMC registration with licence to practice
* MD, PhD or higher degree
Clinical experience in specialty
* Demonstrate a high level of clinical experience and competence in Vascular Surgery
* Demonstrate clinical experience and competence in endovascular surgery
Interpersonal Skills
* Organisational and communication skills
* Proven track record in safe and efficient surgery
Teaching and audit
* Experience of clinical audit
* Teaching junior staff
Academic achievements and research
* A special interest to complement the other team members in the department
* Publications in recognised peer review journals
* Research projects relating to specialty
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.
Contact
Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Location
Bedford Hospital / Luton and Dunstable Hospital
Details
Date posted: 22 December 2025
Graduate information
Grade: Consultant
Salary: £109,725 to £145,478 per annum
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number
416-GS-V-255
Job locations
Bedford Hospital / Luton and Dunstable Hospital
Closing Date: 11.01.2026
Assessment Date: Week Commencing 28.01.2026
Interview Date: 09.02.2026
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