ConsultantUrology

Consultant Urologist

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust

CQC: Requires improvement

Harlow

Salary

£113,565 – £150,599

Posted

2 weeks ago

About the role

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join PAH Trust as a substantive Consultant Urological Surgeon with special interest in functional and reconstructive urology.

Relevant experience is needed in male and female incontinence, complex bladder dysfunction and urinary tract reconstruction. In addition, they will regularly work in close collaboration with colleagues in gynaecology and other surgical specialties.

The successful candidate will join the existing establishment in delivering a broad range of general Urology Services at PAHT, whilst at the same time supporting practitioners in primary care.

The successful candidate will also be required to partake in the Urology Consultant on call rota at a frequency of one in six. During weekends on call, the Urology Consultant is expected to attend the hospital to lead the ward rounds.

The successful applicant will be expected to have post CCT level experience in functional and reconstructive urology.

AAC panel date 9th September 2026

Main duties of the job

Consultant Urologist

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust

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Actively contribute to the Urology service and lead improvement initiatives to deliver the highest clinical standards in managing patients with urological functional disease. Participate fully in departmental management and liaise closely with the Operational Manager, Specialty Lead Doctors, Clinical Director, and Urology Consultant colleagues. Maintain effective communication and collaboration with local colleagues, specialist centres, and community healthcare providers. Be based at The Princess Alexandra Hospital (Harlow) and undertake outpatient sessions at other sites including St Margaret's Hospital (Epping), with flexibility to adapt clinic venues as service needs evolve. Participate in consultant-led daily ward rounds, including a rotating weekend (Saturday and Sunday) ward round schedule. Join the 1:6 first-on-call Consultant rota, supported by 24/7 middle-grade on-call cover.

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust (PAHT) is proud to care for the communities of West Essex, delivering safe, compassionate, and high-quality services. We are part of the Neighbourhood Wave; a national programme thats changing how care is delivered by focusing on prevention, early support, and more joined-up services across health, social care, and the voluntary sector.

This means were working more closely with local partners to bring care closer to home and support people to live healthier, more independent lives.

Were a supportive and inclusive organisation that values its people. We offer development opportunities, flexible working, and a strong focus on wellbeing. As a Disability Confident and equal opportunities employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences.

Join us and help shape the future of care in West Essex.

Person specification

Essential

GMC registration with a licence to practise.
CCT (or equivalent) in relevant specialty or within 6 months of achieving
FRCS (Urol) or equivalent
Broad and relevant clinical experience in the specialty including both emergency and elective problems
Experience in teaching and supervising resident doctors and medical students
Participation in clinical audit and quality improvement

Desirable

Higher degree (e.g., MD, PhD) or additional postgraduate qualifications
Formal teaching qualification (e.g., PGCert in Medical Education)
Ability to take full and independent responsibility for clinical care of patients.
Experience in service development or redesign
Experience in curriculum development or educational leadership
Publications in peer-reviewed journals; involvement in clinical research or trials
Previous experience working in the NHS or similar healthcare system