Applications are invited for the post of Locum Consultant in General Surgery/Colorectal/Upper GI Surgery at North Devon District Hospital. The successful applicant will join a dynamic team of Emergency, Upper GI, and Colorectal surgeons that has expanded over recent years, including four colorectal consultants, four upper GI consultants, and three emergency general surgical consultants.
About the Role
For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities, please click the link below.
More detail about the role
We currently have a Locum Consultant role available for a fixed-term period. The ideal applicants will have experience in the full range of general surgery and an interest in a sub-specialty such as Colorectal or Upper GI. The post will join a team that has expanded recently, providing care for patients at NDDH and across Community Hospitals.
Working Pattern: To be discussed at interview
Interview Date: TBC
For further information, please contact: Mr David Sanders (Clinical Director) at dsanders3@nhs.net, tel.: 01271 322749 or Miss Keeley Cooper (Service Manager) at k.cooper6@nhs.net, tel.: 01271 355771. Informal visits are encouraged.
As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognize the benefits of a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
Preference will be given to staff with ‘Priority’ and 'At Risk' status, including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close the vacancy when sufficient applications are received.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, combining the expertise of the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.
About Us
Stretching across Northern, Eastern, and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which serve more than 615,000 people across over 2,000 square miles, include emergency, specialist, and general medical services at North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford). We also provide integrated health and social care services across various settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and people's homes. Our services extend to primary care, specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).
Our state-of-the-art equipment, innovative technologies, and strong links to universities position us at the forefront of research and care, enabling us to deliver world-class services.
Our values underpin everything we do. Click here to find out more.
It has never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as you will help shape our services during our ongoing integration.
Looking after you is important to us.
We support a healthy work-life balance through flexible working and family-friendly policies.
Starting NHS staff receive 27 days of paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), increasing to 34 days plus holidays based on grade and service length.
Our occupational health services include counselling, wellbeing activities, and groups.
We aim to foster a supportive culture that develops you and your team.
This may include funding for care certificates, degrees, leadership qualifications, or days off for study, CPD, or placements to enhance your skills. We are committed to supporting your career progression in the NHS.
Financial benefits include:
* Staff discounts on shopping, fitness, and leisure
* Options to spread costs of technology and appliances
* Access to discount services like Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts
* Salary sacrifice schemes, including onsite nursery at Exeter
* Car lease schemes
* The NHS Pension scheme
* Cycle to work scheme
If you are interested in this role, we would love to hear from you.
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