Senior Clinical Fellow

Job summary

Main duties of the job

The internationally renowned Bariatric Unit also offers a full range of benign UGI surgery. The service is provided by laparoscopic and robotic UGI consultant surgeons with a bariatric interest, supported by registrars and foundation doctors, specialist nurses and specialist dietitians. The service performs Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass, One Anastomosis Gastric Bypass, Sleeve Gastrectomy, Gastric Banding, Gastric Balloons, and Revisional Bariatric Surgery. In addition we also perform gallstone surgery, common bile duct exploration, anti-reflux surgery and laparoscopic hernias.

Applicants must hold GMC registration and FRCS, or equivalent qualifications. The appointee will have a wealth of General Surgery experience and must be able to demonstrate log book evidence of professional development. Experience of laparoscopic surgery, audit and evidence of flexible independent surgical practice are essential. Experience of leading training courses and presenting papers at regional/national meetings are desirable.

The post holder will be able to thrive within the team environment, have excellent interpersonal skills, effectively communicate with patients, family members and staff at all levels demonstrating the Trust Values in all their interactions. Commitment to medical education and CPD and the ability to develop and progress a research project is expected.

A positive and flexible outlook are important attributes to be successful in this role.

Job responsibilities

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One Team One Trust - There are many reasons to work at our Trust. From our commitment to putting people first to our accessible services and award winning teams. We have a passion for research, innovation and tackling inequalities. We are committed to respect, fairness and civility and promote a compassionate, caring and positive culture / working environment.

We welcome all applications irrespective of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under- represented groups. Looking after our workforces health and wellbeing is a priority for us. We also provide access to high quality education, training, career progression and support. Flexible working is supported via our Flexible Working Policy.

The Trust employs around 8,746 people and provides a range of hospital services to a local community of around 430,000 residents. We also provide a range of more specialised services outside this area. We offer our staff outstanding benefits - Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support and access to a Care Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements.If you use AI, and it poses a risk to the integrity of your individual recruitment process, we may withdraw your application at any stage of the process.