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University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Job Title: Thoracic Consultant Surgeon Start Date: October or ASAP Contract Type: Permanent
Please see below for detailed job description of the role.
Main duties of the job
This is a new permanent post to support the expanding thoracic surgical service, a tertiary unit at University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust.
Extensive experience in advanced minimal invasive technique is essential. The thoracic surgeons work in a shared job plan and with the new colleague it will be a 1 in 7 rota for the on calls. You and other consultant colleagues will be expected to cover each other's absences on annual or study leaves. You will be required to participate in medical audit and medical education as well as consultant appraisal for revalidation.
Please see the Consultant Brochure which provides further information.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
- Full participation in the thoracic surgery service and provision of expertise and support to other specialists as required. 2. Operating lists (VATS expertise is essential) 3. MDT meetings 4. Outpatient clinics (including peripheral virtual clinics) 5. Ward rounds
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.
Consultants: ADDITIONAL INFORMATION The successful candidate will be employed under the terms and conditions of service for Consultants (England) 2003. Proposed interview date: 2nd July 2026 This vacancy closes on or before 25th June 2026
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This advert is for Consultant Thoracic Surgery with University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust in Southampton, South East, England. It is listed as a Consultant Medical doctor Cardiothoracic Surgery role. The advertised salary is £113,565 - £150,569. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 25 Jun 2026.
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