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About the role

We are seeking an enthusiastic and forward-thinkingsubstantiveConsultantinGeneralandColorectal Surgery, with a subspecialist interest inPelvic Floorto join ourteam.We seek an individual who ismotivatedandcommitted to deliveringhigh standardsof patient care, service innovation, education, and clinical governance.Thisisan exciting opportunityto contribute to the delivery and continued development ofthe existinghigh-qualityelectivecolorectal service, in addition to supporting the busy emergency service.The successful candidate will joinourwell-established multidisciplinary team providing elective and emergency colorectal care to a diverseand multi-ethnicpatient population.

TheappointedConsultant Colorectal Surgeon will: Provide high-quality elective and emergency colorectal surgical care Participate in theGastrointestinal(GI)Surgeryand specialist Colorectalon-call rota Contribute to colorectal multidisciplinary team meetings and cancer pathways Support the continued development of colorectal surgical servicesby engagement with colleagues, Clinical Management Group, wider Trust,GPsand commissioners Supervise and teachresidentdoctorsandsurgical trainees Participate in audit, governance, research, and quality improvement activities Work collaboratively with nursing, allied health professionals, and medical colleagues to ensure safe and effective patient care Proactivelyengage with administration colleagues to support high quality and efficient patient journeys Maintainaccurateclinical records andcomply withTrust policies and professional standards Respond to Trust requirements for the handling of complaints or investigations Undertakerequired induction,statutoryand mandatorytraining,appraisaland revalidation

Person specification

Essential

Full GMC Registration Fully Accredited for Higher Specialist Training or will be eligible for inclusion on the Specialist Register within 6 months of interview date
Full GMC Registration
MB BS/MB ChB or Equivalent
MRCS or Equivalent
Current BLS Certification
Fully trained in General Surgery
Fully competent in Emergency General Surgery
Fully competent in Colorectal Surgery.
Subspecialisation in Functional Bowel and Pelvic Floor disorders, in order to provide elective outpatient services and pelvic floor surgery
Ability to conduct Colorectal clinics/MDT independently
Ability to apply sound clinical judgment to problems.
Demonstrates clear, logical thinking / analytical approach.
Willingness to develop clinical skills and experience in area of interest.
Excellent clinical skills and experience requisite to meeting all aspects of the Job Plan.
Effective participation in and a commitment to clinical audit
Participation in a quality improvement programme
Experience of quality improvement work and audit
Understanding and interest in research
Ability to appraise research critically
Ability to supervise juniors undertaking research projects
Evidence of recent research and development activity
Experience of and a commitment to training/ teaching undergraduate and postgraduates.
Appraisal and assessment skills
Ability to asses clinical competencies
Enthusiastic and ability to inspire and lead others.
Able to demonstrate a commitment and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs.
Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team and supervise juniors
Experience of leading teams and awareness of leadership styles
Ability to effectively organise, prioritise and manage clinical workload
Understanding of wider health agenda and modern NHS
Knowledge and understanding of clinical governance issues
Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English that are adequate to enable effective communication with patients and colleagues
To be empathic and sensitive; capacity to take others perspectives and treat others with understanding
Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours

Desirable

Membership of relevant Specialist Associations
Higher degree e.g. MSc, MD or equivalent.
6-12 months Post CCT Fellowship in Pelvic Floor
Undertaken a period of specialist pelvic floor training in a nationally recognised pelvic floor centre
JAG accreditation in colonoscopy
Evidence of commitment and clear passion in developing the Pelvic Floor Service
Undergone training in teaching and willingness to organise relevant audit activities including quality improvement evidence
Completion of formal courses in Audit and quality improvement

Consultant Colorectal Surgeon with interest in Pelvic Floor

About the role

Person specification