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- Responsibility for the day-to-day management of thoracic surgery in-patients under the supervision of the consultant team.
- Liaising with on-call consultant and nursing staff regarding emergency and non-elective referrals.
- Regular attendance in theatres and out-patient clinics
- Administration including production of discharge summaries, clinic letters and the communication of pathology results to referring trusts
- Contribution to departmental teaching, research and clinical audit
Main duties of the job
GUY’S AND ST. THOMAS’ HOSPITAL NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Specialist Registrar in Thoracic Surgery
Nodal Point – 5 - £76,582 p.a. excl. LZ
Full Time – 40 hours per week
Fixed Term
An exciting opportunity exists to appoint talented Clinical Fellows to the Thoracic Surgery Department at Guy's Hospital.
Start date can be flexible for the successful applicant(s) and further start dates may be available in 2026. Contract length can be negotiable and will be dependent on applicant experience and suitability.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please see person specification attached.
- Responsibility for the day-to-day management of thoracic surgery in-patients under the supervision of the consultant team.
- Liaising with on-call consultant and nursing staff regarding emergency and non-elective referrals.
- Regular attendance in theatres and out-patient clinics
- Administration including production of discharge summaries, clinic letters and the communication of pathology results to referring trusts
- Contribution to departmental teaching, research and clinical audit
Person specification
Other
Essential
- Strong leadership and organisation skills.
- An understanding of NHS targets e.g. 18 weeks and the 62 day cancer pathway.
Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC Registration and hold a licence to practise
- Evidence of continuous professional development.
Desirable
- Royal College of Surgeons membership (MRCS) or equivalent.
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Experience of leading a surgical team.
- Understanding of the principles of medical research and statistics.
Desirable
- Peer-reviewed publications or higher research degree relevant to cardiothoracic surgery.
- Management training.
- Experience of working in a multidisciplinary setting.
Clinical Experience
Essential
- At least 12 months cardiothoracic surgery experience (at registrar level).
Desirable
- More than 12 months experience of general thoracic surgery at registrar level or equivalent with experience of complex open and VATS surgery.
- ATLS, ALS or equivalent.
- Evidence of achievements contributing to patient care (clinical audit).
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This advert is for Specialist Registrar in Thoracic Surgery with Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust in London, London, England. It is listed as a Senior Medical doctor Cardiothoracic Surgery role. The advertised salary is £76,582 pa. excl. LZ. The contract type is Fixed term: 6 months (Six month initial with a view to extend to 12 months). The application deadline is 05 Jul 2026.
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