Overview
This post is attached to the Department of Colorectal Surgery, primarily at the Freeman Hospital, with some duties possibly including on-call at the Royal Victoria Infirmary. The individual will work alongside the colorectal surgeons at the Freeman Hospital on the specialist registrar tier and will be expected to perform duties and take clinical responsibility at this level. This post will be attractive to Peri and Post CCT individuals who require additional specialist training prior to applying for a consultant post.
Newcastle Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the busiest and largest NHS hospital trusts in the country, with around 16,000 staff and an annual budget of £1.7 billion. The post is to commence September 2026 for 12 months.
Responsibilities
* Assist in the care of all patients allocated under the direct supervision of the consultant.
* Provide cross-cover for all patients in the Unit when required.
* Contribute to business, post-take and teaching ward rounds, outpatient clinics, operating theatre sessions, and administrative duties.
* Carry out administrative tasks allocated by the consultants.
* Engage in research and audit activities; the Directorate has a strong research pedigree with opportunities to initiate and perform research/audit projects and present results regionally, nationally and internationally.
* Assist in teaching medical students (Stage II and III) and supervise Foundation Doctors; participate in postgraduate teaching and the unit''s activities. Opportunity to participate in the cadaveric teaching programme at Newcastle Surgical Training Centre.
* Be flexible with working patterns as the Trust moves towards more flexible service provision, including potential evening or weekend work.
Qualifications
* Demonstrated commitment to Colorectal Surgery.
* Accredited certification in Robotic Surgery.
Location and Directorate
The Peri CCT Fellow post in Colorectal Surgery will be based at the Freeman Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne. The role offers significant experience in laparoscopic and robotic colorectal surgery, robotic abdominal wall and pelvic surgery, TEMS, extended resections for recurrent/locally advanced rectal cancer and abdominopelvic sarcoma surgery.
Additional Information
* Alongside the challenges of the role, there is a commitment to teaching, education, research and audit.
* Flexible working arrangements may be accommodated to support service needs and patient care.
* For informal discussion and further information, contact Prof Alan Horgan or Mr Paul Hainsworth, Consultant Colorectal Surgeons, as per the original job description.
Equality and Sustainability
Newcastle Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is committed to promoting equality and diversity and providing an inclusive environment. Applications are welcome irrespective of race, disability, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, and from under-represented groups. The Trust is committed to sustainability and aims to be Net Zero by 2030 for direct footprint and Net Zero by 2040 for total footprint.
Application and DBS
Please note: It is a requirement that all successful candidates who require a DBS for the post pay for their DBS certificate via salary deduction from the first month’s pay. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by e-mail; please check spam folders. If you have not been contacted within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume your application has been unsuccessful.
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