About this role
Job summary
University Hospitals of Leicester are recruiting a replacement Locum consultant GI surgeon to undertake GI surgical elective day case activity and working as part of the GI surgical SDEC team. This is a 10PA role with no on call or overnight activity.
We have a well-established GI surgical SDEC unit, based at the Leicester Royal Infirmary, providing consultant led same day emergency care for over 800 patients each month with two thirds of patients being managed without admission. The SDEC unit is open daily from 8am to 8pm with a full team of resident doctors, advanced clinical practitioners and nursing team. The SDEC consultants are present in the unit Monday to Friday 8am to 8pm, to lead the team and provide senior decision making for ambulatory emergency GI surgery patients. The SDEC consultant runs an emergency clinic in the morning in addition to providing a first point of contact for referrals from ED.
The applicant will also undertake elective day case GI surgical activity according to the individual specialist interest, including clinics, theatres and endoscopy. Activity is located within the UHL, UHLiC and EMPCC. The current consultants work closely with the inpatient colorectal and upper GI teams to provide collaborative working and peer support where needed.
There is considerable scope for research and service development for the successful applicant who may wish to join the exiting highly motivated and close working team.
Main duties of the job
The post-holder will support the delivery of high-quality patient care through clinical excellence, supervision, and continuous improvement.
Core Responsibilities
Diagnose, treat, and manage patient care, ensuring effective departmental function.
Support colleagues by covering planned absences.
Contribute to service development with consultants, CMG, GPs, and commissioners.
Supervise and support junior staff, adhering to Trust HR policies.
Participate in teaching, training, and assessment of medical staff at all levels.
Engage in clinical governance, audits, CPD, and attend mandatory meetings.
Fulfil managerial and financial duties where required.
Maintain high standards in line with GMC guidance and Trust protocols.
Respond to Trust requests, including incident or complaint investigations.
Undertake required induction, appraisal, statutory training, and revalidation
About us
Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).
We have four primary goals:
high-quality care for all, being a great place to work, partnerships for impact, and research and education excellence And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.
Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
we are compassionate, we are proud, we are inclusive, and we are one team This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.
About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:
http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/
Job description Job responsibilities
To provide a service as a Consultant Surgeon in the management of patients under the care of General Surgery service at UHL.
Please see job description attached to the advert for a summary of the job and indicative job plan.
Person Specification
Training & Qualifications Essential
Full GMC Registration MB BS/MB ChB or Equivalent Current BLS Certification
Desirable
Membership of relavent Specialist Associations Higher degree e.g. MSc, MD or equivalent. Fully Accredited for Higher Specialist Training or will be eligible for inclusion on the Specialist Register within 6 months of the interview date
Experience / Clinical Skills Essential
Fully trained in General Surgery Fully competent in day case General Surgery Excellent clinical skills and experience requisite to meeting all aspects of the Job Plan. Ability to apply sound clinical judgment to problems. Demonstrates clear, logical thinking / analytical approach. Willingness to develop clinical skills and experience in area of interest.
Desirable
Evidence of clinical or research commitment and a relevant specialty interest.
Audit/ Quality Improvement Essential
Effective participation in and a commitment to clinical audit Participation in a quality improvement programme Experience of quality improvement work and audit
Desirable
Undergone training in teaching and willingness to organise relevant audit activities including quality improvement evidence Completion of formal courses in Audit and quality improvemen Published Audit including quality improvement.
Research Essential
Understanding and interest in research. Ability to appraise research critically Ability to supervise juniors undertaking research projects Evidence of recent research and development activity
Desirable
Publications in nationally and internationally recognised peerreviewed journals on subjects relevant to the specialty. ? Evidence of clinical or research commitment to relevant specialty interest.
Teaching Essential
Experience of and a commitment to training/ teaching undergraduate and postgraduates. Appraisal and assessment skills Ability to asses clinical competencies Enthusiastic and ability to inspire and lead others.
Desirable
Willingness to develop new approaches to teaching. Post Graduate qualification in teaching and training.
Equality & Diversity Essential
Able to demonstrate a commitment and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs.
Commitment to Trust Values & Behaviours Essential
Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours
Motivation Essential
Personal integrity and reliability Ability to motivate and develop both medical Staff and non-medical staff.
Desirable
Commitment to further develop the post and the service provided.
Communication Skills Essential
Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English that are adequate to enable effective communication with patients and colleagues. To be empathic and sensitive; capacity to take others perspectives and treat others with understanding.
Desirable
Highly Developed Emotional Intelligence High standard of presentation both written and verbal Demonstrable track record of successful change management Proven ability to maintain focus in a demanding environment
Management Essential
Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team and supervise juniors Experience of leading teams and awareness of leadership styles. Ability to effectively organise, prioritise and manage clinical workload Understanding of wider health agenda and modern NHS. Ability to work to overcome barriers to change (negotiating, influencing and persuasion skills). Knowledge and understanding of clinical governance issues. Communication Skills
Desirable
Evidence of management and administration experience. Management training on an accredited course. Awareness of Service Development issues.
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 Leicester NHS Trust
Address Cross Site
Leicester
LE1 5WW
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.jobsatleicestershospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)