Trust Resident Doctor ST3/4 (MN37), Urology

The urology department is expanding rapidly and is seeking an enthusiastic individual with an interest in pursuing a career in urology. The post holder should be in the process of obtaining or passed the MRCS examinations and had UK NHS exposure already.

We have strong history of excellence in teaching and training and are part of the East of England Higher Urology Training rotational scheme (with two numbered trainees) and hold weekly departmental teaching. As mentioned, the role involves working with 7 consultants in theatre, out-patient clinics, endoscopy, prostate biopsy clinics and lithotripsy at Watford General, Hemel Hempstead and St Albans City. It will be mandatory to have experience with performing flexible cystoscopy (either with trainer unscrubbed or independent). The successful applicant may partake in the daily elective clinical activity of the Urology Department, such as Consultant-Supervised Theatre Lists and outpatient clinics. They will be trained to manage Urological emergencies out of hours.

With a new hospital planned for Watford, work underway to update theatres at St Albans City Hospital and plans for a neighbourhood healthcare centre in Hemel Hempstead, this is an exciting time to join us. We are building on the success of our award-winning virtual hospital and re-imagining models of care, working closely with partners and making the most of advances in digital healthcare. Staff wellbeing and development are a priority, as is the role of innovation in improving clinical care, outcomes and patient experience. Our vision is Excellent patient care, together and our values are to be empowered, compassionate, professional and inclusive. They capture an important balance across what we must all do as individuals and to support others. We offer a variety of flexible working options as we recognise the importance of a good work life balance. www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk/flexibleworking If you have a disability or long-term health condition and require support or guidance please contactwestherts.recruitment@nhs.net If you are a Service Leaver, Veteran, Military Reserve, Cadet Force Adult Volunteer, or partner/spouse of those serving please tick "Member of the Armed Forces Community" on the application form. We reserve the right to close this advert early due to the volume of applicants. Please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.