Job overview
This post is for internal candidates to University Hospital Tees. If you are not currently working within the trust your application will not be reviewed and automatically rejected at shortlisting stage. Please be aware of this when submitting your application.
We are currently seeking an enthusiastic and motivated trust doctor who will be responsible for day to day care of General Surgery patients under supervision of consultants and specialist registrars. Active participation in regular out-patient and in-patient work, including management of emergency cases, is expected and forms an essential part of training. This position will include on call covering surgical specialties out of hours.
Main duties of the job
The Trust Foundation doctor will be responsible for day to day care of urological patients under supervision of consultants and specialist registrars. Active participation in regular in-patient work and on-call work, including management of emergency cases, is expected and forms an essential part of training. weekend frequency on call rota as first on call for General Surgery. There will also be a night on call element of this job. There will also be opportunities to attend Theatre and day case learn minor procedures.
Working for our organisation
From the Tees Estuary to the areas vibrant towns, The Tees Valley is a place where heritage and modernity converge. The quality of life is exceptional but the real attraction for medical professionals is a location where you can make change happen, make a difference and make the most of every opportunity to learn, develop and enhance your career.
The Tees Valley is more than just inspiring coastlines, beautiful countryside and a great place to live. It is also where youll discover a true transformation in patient care. The James Cook University Hospital, Middlesbrough is a major tertiary and teaching centre with over 1,000 beds and has one of the largest State of the Art critical care units in the UK with 32 beds caring for 2600 critically ill admissions per year. Together, were exploring new and innovative ways to deliver better services.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please see the full job description and person specification document(s) for main responsibilities of the role.
Person specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential criteria
1. Full registration with the GMC
Desirable criteria
2. MRCS Part 1
Experience
Essential criteria
3. Experience of clinical audit.
4. Regular attendance at and participation in audit meetings
Desirable criteria
5. A range of Colorectal experience
6. Clear evidence of intention to specialise in Colorectal
7. At least 12 months Foundation surgery experience.
8. Experience of teaching medical and other staff
Disclosure and Barring Checks (DBS)
It is the policy of South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust that all successful candidates who are new to the Trust who require DBS clearance for the post they have been offered, are required to pay the cost of their DBS. The method of payment for this is via salary deduction from your first month's pay.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Everything we do is shaped by our values: Respect, Support, and Collaborate.
At University Hospitals Tees we want our workspaces to be places where everyone feels welcome, valued and safe. We treat people with respect, and we celebrate the differences that make each of us unique.
We welcome applications from everyone, no matter your age, background, race, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, family circumstances or beliefs.
We are here to support you throughout your application and at every stage of your career with us. We believe we work best when we collaborate, learn from each other and build teams that reflect the communities we serve.
Supporting disabled people and people with longterm conditions
We are a Disability Confident committed employer aspiring to become a lead employer in 2026.
This means we give fair and full consideration to applicants and will offer reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process. If you need help with your application, or need the information in a different format, please contact our recruitment team and we will support you.
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Right to Work in the UK
The Trust welcomes applications from all candidates who meet the criteria for the role. Please note that from January 2021, to work in the UK all candidates who are not UK or Republic of Ireland (RoI) nationals require sponsorship unless you have permission to work via another route. Non UK / RoI candidates wishing to apply can self-assess the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship here Work in the UK - (.
Please provide full and accurate details of your current immigration status on the application form. Your current immigration status will not be considered as part of the shortlisting or interview process.
Please note that not everyone needs a Skilled Worker visa. If you are applying for a vacancy in health or adult social care, you may be eligible to apply for the Health and Care Worker visa instead.
We are able to offer sponsorship for a Health and Care Worker or Skilled Worker visa, subject to candidate and position eligibility. Please review the job eligibility guidance for skilled workers here: Skilled Worker visa: Your job - ( and for the Health and Care Worker visa here: Skilled Worker visa: eligible healthcare and education jobs - (
Please note: if the job you are applying for does not meet the eligibility criteria above, we will be unable to offer you sponsorship and you will need to explore whether you may be eligible to apply for an alternative immigration route which will secure your right to work in the UK before you apply. If you are in the UK already on a visa, please ensure you have no restrictions that would prevent you from taking this post.
The Trust encourages and supports all applicants to be fully vaccinated against both COVID19 and influenza.
Please be aware, there are occasions where some vacancies may close prior to the closing date advertised. This will only happen where sufficient applications are received AND will be made evident on the job advert.
Please note if you are successfully shortlisted, we will contact you via the email address that you have applied from so please ensure you check your emails regularly.
Existing employees of South Tees NHS Foundation Trust currently on the Redeployment Register, who meet the essential criteria for this post, will be shortlisted and interviewed prior to all other applicants.