About this role
Job summary
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Job Title: Consultant Urological Surgeon - Benign/LUTS and Core UrologyStart Date: ASAPContract Type: Permanent
Main duties of the job
UHS has an exciting opportunity to join our team of 14 consultants. The successful candidate will spearhead our benign/LUTS team; leading the LUTS pathway for BPH, developing nurse-led diagnostic & follow up pathways & supporting the launch of a new benign hub at the Royal South Hants Hospital. The successful candidate will progress benign pathways & deliver a networked approach to the management of core & benign urology. The expansion of complex BPH surgery delivered at UHS will be encouraged, serving the needs of our local population. Contribution to the diagnostic pathway is expected. Collaborative working with a range of healthcare professionals will be necessary.
UHS is a large teaching hospital & major trauma centre with a tertiary catchment across the south coast. We provide tertiary cancer services for prostate, kidney, adrenal, bladder, penis & testis with open, laparoscopic & robotic surgery (Da Vinci X & Xi). We have a breadth of benign service ranging from andrology, stones, BPH & general urology, networking with Salisbury for female, neuro & video-urodynamic expertise.
Outpatient clinics, diagnostics including urodynamics & cystoscopy, as well as LA procedures run from our dedicated urology centre. We work collaboratively with our allied surgery specialties, of note we have a paediatric surgery team as well as a 24/7 Interventional radiology service. On call will initially be 1:14 with 24/7 middle grade cover, future consultant expansion is anticipated.
Please see the Consultant Brochure which provides further information.
About us
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated 'Good' by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.
We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.
Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.
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Job description Job responsibilities
The successful candidate will lead and develop the LUTS/BPH pathway to support delivery for this patient cohort. They will deliver cross site operative work as capacity allows to ensure maximal delivery of benign patients. To support this the successful candidate will play a key role in the outpatient provision and supervision of multidisciplinary clinics and diagnostics.
For an overview of the position, please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification document. This includes a detailed breakdown of the key responsibilities, role expectations, and the qualifications we are looking for. It outlines the essential criteria for the role and is designed to support you in preparing your application by helping you evaluate how your skills, experience, and professional background align with the requirements of the role.
Person Specification
Qualifications, Training & Experience Essential
MBBS or equivalent medical qualification GMC registration with a licence to practice/eligible for registration Appropriate knowledge base, and ability to apply sound clinical judgement to problems FRCS Urol or equivalent Higher training in Urology Evidence of service development in benign urology
Desirable
PhD, MD, MSc Subspecialty fellowship
Aptitudes & Skills Essential
Evidence and ability to work effectively in multi-professional teams Understanding of equality and diversity and how this affects patients, visitors and staff Evidence and ability to communicate and liaise effectively with patients and colleagues (verbal and written communication skills in English). Demonstrate good organisational skills including ability to prioritise effectively and meet deadlines Demonstrate the ability to be calm, compassionate, and able to respond efficiently to various circumstances, which may change rapidly Evidence of participation in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching Ability to travel independently between sites Surgical aptitude and attention to detail Able to maintain continuity of care Working within networks
Trust Values Essential
Patients First Working Together Always Improving
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.
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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 Hospital Southampton NHS Trust
Address Southampton General Hospital
Tremona Road
Southampton
SO16 6YD
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)