About this role
Job summary
Applications are invited for a fixed-term (12-months) post- or peri-CCT Fellowship in Bariatric Surgery, accredited by the Royal College of Surgeons of England, at Royal Derby Hospitalto commence in October 2026.
This is an excellent opportunity for post or peri-CCT trainees to develop skills in Bariatric surgery. The appointee will be actively involved in running of the bariatric unit and providing support for the Consultants, Specialist Bariatric Nurses, Dieticians, patient coordinators and medical team. (Please ensure you are post CCT if not you will not be considered).
The Bariatric Department at Royal Derby Hospital is well established providing bariatric services (elective and emergency) for Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire and Lincolnshire. A full compliment of bariatric procedures is offered within the multi disciplinary unit.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a varied and busy department that will provide opportunity for training and development.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will be an integral part of the Bariatric Department participating in theatre lists where training will be provided to develop skills in bariatric surgery. The post holder will run independent follow up clinics for bariatric patients and support consultants in outpatient clinics. Opportunity for training in endoscopy sessions is also available.
The post holder will provide cover during day-time hours (8am to 5pm) for bariatric emergencies presenting to EMBMI
They will be expected to participate in academic activities including research, undergraduate and postgraduate teaching programmes.
They will be actively involved in the running of the department providing support for the wider multi-disciplinary team.
The appointee will actively participate in the UGI Department, including opportunities for research and teaching alongside a range of clinical duties including ward rounds, theatres and outpatient clinics.
Applicants must hold MBBS or an equivalent medical qualification, FRCS (or equivalent) and be within 12-months of CCT date. Candidates will preferably hold a higher degree (MD or PhD) or equivalent. Applicants should also be proficient in laparoscopic procedures (cholecystectomy, fundoplication, appendicectomy and hernias) and have good laparoscopic suturing skills.
About us
As a trusted organisation at the heart of our communities, we recognise the important role we can play in supporting the public, patients, our own people and local partners in achieving the best of health for the local population and the communities in which they live by providing Exceptional Care Together
Our fundamental Values of Compassion, Openness and Excellence underpin how we intend to work as a Trust and the associated behaviours are becoming embedded in all aspects of how we work.
In return we will offer:
Development opportunities, both professional and leadership development On-going support from recruitment to when you join our team and beyond. Staff benefits including employee assistance programme, discounted gym membership, onsite fitness classes, car schemes Key Facts:
We see on average 4810 OP appointments a day. We are the 4th busiest Trauma & Orthopaedic outpatients department in England - an average of 2077 per week. An average of 1115 patients are seen in A&Es across our network every day - 3rd largest in the country. Our hospitals admit an average of 195 emergency patients daily. Last year we undertook almost 33,700 planned surgical operations in our 57 operating theatres. We are one of only 7 Trusts nationally with more than 50 operating theatres. We carry out more than 140 elective procedures each working day. UHDB is a research active University Hospital with a large and varied portfolio of clinical trials and research opportunities for all staff.
Job description Job responsibilities
The main duties of the role include the following
Assisting and training in bariatric theatre lists Outpatient clinics Endoscopy sessions Review and management of bariatric patients Research and teaching opportunities Please see job description for full details
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
MBBS or equivalent medical qualification FRCS Higher Degree (PhD or MD) Applicants should be post-CCT (General Surgery) or within 12-months of completion of CCT
Desirable
Distinctions, prizes, awards or scholarships. Presentations and Publications
Eligibility Essential
Full GMC Registration, with a licence to practice, at time of application
Clinical Knowledge Essential
UK experience in General Surgery Up to date General Surgery & Bariatric knowledge Experience of laparoscopic procedures (cholecystectomy, appendicectomy, fundoplication & hernia repairs) A minimum 12 months UK experience in General Surgey A minimum 24 months experience in a UK Health Care setting
Desirable
Attendance at national/international Bariatric meetings.
Teaching/Research/Audit Essential
Evidence of teaching experience & feedback Evidence & experience of supervising and teaching resident doctors and medical students Understand principles of the research Evidence of active participation in audit Experience of formal presentations
Desirable
Post Graduate teaching qualification
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust
Address Royal Derby Hospital
Uttoxeter Road
Derby
DE22 3NE
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.uhdb.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)