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About the role

We are seeking an experienced Colorectal Consultant Surgeon to join the GI Unit at Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust, based at Salisbury District Hospital.The successful candidate will have broad general surgical experience, specialist training in colorectal surgery, and the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team to develop and improve colorectal services. This is a full-time post comprising 10 programmed activities (PAs) per week: 8.5 PAs for Direct Clinical Care and 1.5 PAs for Supporting Professional Activities, including CPD, audit, teaching, research and appraisal. The role includes a 1-in-10 on-call commitment, with flexible working arrangements covering extended weekday hours and occasional weekends. Weekend and extended working will form part of the standard timetable, with appropriate time off in lieu or remuneration in line with NHS consultant terms and conditions. Typically, no more than four or five weekend work periods or extended working weeks will be scheduled annually, with reasonable advance notice provided. Interview Date: 11th December 2026

Main duties of the job include: Undertake outpatient sessions in the purpose-built outpatient department of Salisbury District Hospital. Undertake operating sessions in the main operating theatres and in the day surgery of the District Hospital. Take part in the provision of emergency general surgery on call cover for Salisbury District Hospital on a 1:10 basis. Take part in the provision of support and advice for colorectal patients at Salisbury District Hospital on a 1:10 basis, to run concurrently with general surgery on call. Provide support to the colorectal contribution to endoscopy activity Share extra on call commitments during periods of leave of colleagues. Contribute to the management of the department and the hospital. Contribute to the teaching of both undergraduates and trainees. Actively engage and contribute to the trust clinical governance processes. The above duties are intended as a guide to the general duties required of this post and may vary from time to time. It does not form part of the terms and conditions of employment. To find out more about the role and living and working in Salisbury please look at our interactive candidate information pack

Person specification

Essential

Possession, or within 6 months of possession, of a CCT in General Surgery leading to entry onto GMC Specialist Register at date of interview
Full GMC registration with a licence to practice
Colorectal Surgery
General surgery
Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery
Robotic Colorectal Surgery
JAG accreditation in Lower GI Endoscopy
A sub-specialist interest in Rectal Cancer
A sub-specialist interest in IBD Surgery
Appropriate knowledge base and ability to apply sound clinical judgement to problems and demonstrates clear, logical thinking/analytical approach
Experience in managing risk and knows when to seek help, able to prioritise clinical need
Proven ability to work effectively in a range of clinical settings: wards/outpatient/ theatre
Knowledge and application of up-to-date evidence-based practice
Ability to perform effectively as a member of a team, including a multidisciplinary team and to motivate and develop staff
Capacity to manage/prioritise time and information effectively: capacity to organise own workload
Ability and willingness to work within the Trust and NHS performance targets
Ability to balance individual requirements against those of the department/Directorate
Commitment to active clinical governance and learning from errors
Demonstrates clarity in written and spoken communication.
To be empathetic and sensitive; capacity to take others perspective and treat others with understanding
Always considers patients preferences when discussing treatment options
Demonstration of an interest and commitment to teaching
Ability to teach clinical skills to trainees and others. Enthusiastic and ability to inspire others
Experience in, and commitment to clinical audit
Understanding of GCP in Clinical Research
Ability to appraise research critically and apply research outcomes to clinical problems
A strong academic and research background allowing the appointee to take a lead role in research in the department and Trust.
Ability to gain the trust and confidence of colleagues and patients
Good interpersonal skills

Consultant Colorectal and General Surgeon

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