• Job Description

  Req#: C9165-25-0008?language=en&page=1147&sort=publicationDateDesc

  Job summary

  We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Consultant in Laparoscopic Colorectal Surgery to join our dynamic team at Rotherham Hospital. Our General Surgical service is expanding, and we are currently looking to recruit two consultants: one specializing in colorectal surgery and the other in Upper GI surgery. This expansion reflects our commitment to providing comprehensive and advanced surgical care to our patients. Additionally, we are in the process of submitting a business case for the procurement of a robot to further enhance our surgical capabilities.

  Main duties of the job

  Basic Information on the Role:

  Work Base: Rotherham Hospital

  Programmed Activities: 12 (can be adjusted if mutually agreed).

  Key Working Relationships: Care Group Director, Clinical Lead, Care Group General Manager, Service Manager, Professional Leads, Consultant and Senior Medical Staff, Doctors in Training, Matrons and Nursing Staff.

  Main Duties & Responsibilities: Provide general surgical and specialist colorectal services (both benign and malignant), contribute to the work of the Acute Surgical Unit, participate in the general surgical on-call rota (estimated to be a 1 in 10 or 11 rota with this new posts), and engage in medical audit and research.

  About us

  The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust is a combined acute and community Trust serving our local population. Our vision is to always act the right way and be proud to provide exceptional healthcare to the communities of Rotherham.

  As a Trust we are on a journey to excellence and our people and culture are at the heart of everything we do for patients. In the latest NHS Staff Survey, we are the second most improved Trust in England for would you recommend the Trust as a place to work and were one of the most improved for staff engagement overall.

  But do not just take our word for it each year hundreds of colleagues receive nominations for our Excellence and Proud awards, showcasing our brilliant people and recognising their achievements. Our people make a difference to the lives of patients every day and we are proud of the improvements we are making.

  All of our colleagues are key to our improvement journey and we are continuing to improve our services by upholding the Trusts values of Ambitious, Caring and Together. If you are passionate about making a difference, then please apply to join us on our journey to excellence.

  All Consultant interviews will be performed in person - face to face. If there are any exceptional circumstances as to why a candidate cannot attend in person then a possible virtual interview will be considered by the Executive panel but is not guaranteed.

  Date posted

  25 March 2025

  Pay scheme

  Hospital medical and dental staff

  Grade

  Consultant

  Salary

  £105,504 to £139,882 a year

  Contract

  Permanent

  Working pattern

  Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working

  Reference number

  C9165-25-0008

  Job locations

  The Rotherham Nhs Foundation Trust

  Moorgate Road

  Rotherham

  South Yorkshire

  S60 2UD

  
  

  Job description

  Job responsibilities

  The postholder will provide general surgical and specialist colorectal services in Rotherham in conjunction with colleagues. They will be expected to be proficient in laparoscopic colorectal resection for both benign and malignant diseases including low rectal cancer, the management of anorectal pathology and functional bowel disorders, as well being able to manage an unselected acute surgical take including acute upper GI emergencies and HPB emergencies. Subspecialty interests such as pelvic floor dysfunction, inflammatory bowel disease or enteral nutrition can be accommodated.

  The transition to Consultant practice is recognised to be an often difficult and stressful time and the department is happy to provide a period of mentoring and support for a new Consultant colleague. There is an increasing emphasis on dual consultant operating for complex cases. There is a flexible and forward-thinking day surgery team and the department has a successful enhanced recovery programme.

  The postholder will be expected to contribute to the training of the Specialty Registrars who rotate through the Yorkshire and Humberside Training Rotation.

  In addition, the post holder will work collaboratively with the Departmental and Divisional Senior Teams, to take an active role in the management of the Care Group, including any other duties as deemed appropriate. In addition, to observe the Trusts agreed policies and procedures, in particular relating to managing staff, follow the Trusts guidelines and Financial Instructions. These policies and procedures have been drawn up in consultation with the profession for clinical matters and will ensure that there are adequate arrangements in place for hospital staff to contact them as necessary in relation to patient care.

  TIMETABLE

  This is a 12PA job. There will be planned operating with a minimum of three all day lists per month, outpatient clinics, colorectal cancer and inflammatory bowel disease MDTs and endoscopy on a rotating system with on call. This role will contribute to the Acute Surgical Unit assessor rota for one day per eleven-week rota cycle. Dual consultant operating for most rectal surgery is anticipated.

  ON-CALL

  The on-call commitment is through a rolling rota with prospective cover: no Direct Clinical Care activities are scheduled for the afternoon following an on-call. A purpose built Acute Surgical Unit houses our SDEC (Same Day Emergency Care) ambulatory unit with a dedicated ultra-sonographer and our short stay emergency ward. A separate rota to the on-call provides senior decision making as the assessor on SDEC assessment which runs Monday to Thursday from 8:00 20:00 and Friday to Sunday from 10:00 18:00 and this post will contribute to that rota for one day per rota cycle. In addition to the CEPOD emergency list, three Hot Lap Chole lists run each week.

  EDUCATION AND TRAINING

  The successful candidates will have access to all resources currently available in the Trust. This will involve Library and Knowledge Services, e-learning resources, Clinical Skills Training programmes, simulation training and other opportunities.

  Consultant mentorship is available for the successful candidate.

  It is anticipated that the successful candidate will become both a clinical and educational supervisor.

  Applications to the University of Sheffield for Honorary Senior Clinical Lecturer Status will be supported.

  Job description

  Job responsibilities

  The postholder will provide general surgical and specialist colorectal services in Rotherham in conjunction with colleagues. They will be expected to be proficient in laparoscopic colorectal resection for both benign and malignant diseases including low rectal cancer, the management of anorectal pathology and functional bowel disorders, as well being able to manage an unselected acute surgical take including acute upper GI emergencies and HPB emergencies. Subspecialty interests such as pelvic floor dysfunction, inflammatory bowel disease or enteral nutrition can be accommodated.

  The transition to Consultant practice is recognised to be an often difficult and stressful time and the department is happy to provide a period of mentoring and support for a new Consultant colleague. There is an increasing emphasis on dual consultant operating for complex cases. There is a flexible and forward-thinking day surgery team and the department has a successful enhanced recovery programme.

  The postholder will be expected to contribute to the training of the Specialty Registrars who rotate through the Yorkshire and Humberside Training Rotation.

  In addition, the post holder will work collaboratively with the Departmental and Divisional Senior Teams, to take an active role in the management of the Care Group, including any other duties as deemed appropriate. In addition, to observe the Trusts agreed policies and procedures, in particular relating to managing staff, follow the Trusts guidelines and Financial Instructions. These policies and procedures have been drawn up in consultation with the profession for clinical matters and will ensure that there are adequate arrangements in place for hospital staff to contact them as necessary in relation to patient care.

  TIMETABLE

  This is a 12PA job. There will be planned operating with a minimum of three all day lists per month, outpatient clinics, colorectal cancer and inflammatory bowel disease MDTs and endoscopy on a rotating system with on call. This role will contribute to the Acute Surgical Unit assessor rota for one day per eleven-week rota cycle. Dual consultant operating for most rectal surgery is anticipated.

  ON-CALL

  The on-call commitment is through a rolling rota with prospective cover: no Direct Clinical Care activities are scheduled for the afternoon following an on-call. A purpose built Acute Surgical Unit houses our SDEC (Same Day Emergency Care) ambulatory unit with a dedicated ultra-sonographer and our short stay emergency ward. A separate rota to the on-call provides senior decision making as the assessor on SDEC assessment which runs Monday to Thursday from 8:00 20:00 and Friday to Sunday from 10:00 18:00 and this post will contribute to that rota for one day per rota cycle. In addition to the CEPOD emergency list, three Hot Lap Chole lists run each week.

  EDUCATION AND TRAINING

  The successful candidates will have access to all resources currently available in the Trust. This will involve Library and Knowledge Services, e-learning resources, Clinical Skills Training programmes, simulation training and other opportunities.

  Consultant mentorship is available for the successful candidate.

  It is anticipated that the successful candidate will become both a clinical and educational supervisor.

  Applications to the University of Sheffield for Honorary Senior Clinical Lecturer Status will be supported.

  Person Specification

  Qualifications

  Essential

  • Full registration and a licence to practice with the GMC
  • Please confirm your GMC registration number
  • Eligible to be included on the Specialist register - CCT expected within 6 months of interview date - Or
  • Evidence of CESR application submission and within 6 months of obtaining Specialist Registration via CESR
  • MBBS or equivalent primary medical qualification.
  • FRCS specialist qualification or equivalent

  Experience

  Essential

  • Independent in advanced laparoscopic practice including rectal resection
  • Ability to manage an acute unselected general surgical take

  Desirable

  • Subspecialty training
  • Post CCT fellowship or equivalent

  Ability and Skills

  Essential

  • Specific skills required to undertake the role above those required by the GMC standards.
  • Committed to continual learning.

  Desirable

  • JAG Accreditation in colonoscopy +/- UGI endoscopy

  Research and Audit

  Essential

  • Relevant research published in peer review journal
  • Evidence of audit and the implementation of change following the audit

  Desirable

  • Clear commitment to research, audit or quality improvement with a track record of success

  Education and Teaching

  Essential

  • Experience of and commitment to teaching, mentoring and developing undergraduates and postgraduates.

  Desirable

  • Willingness to develop new approaches to teaching
  • Qualification in education

  Management Skills

  Essential

  • Demonstrate effective team working skills
  • Time management and organisational ability. An example may be they have developed and run training programmes.
  • Proven knowledge of systems and process of NHS or equivalent
  • Sense of understanding and commitment to corporate responsibility
  • Commitment to and understanding of their responsibility to the organisation. Examples may include previous involvement in management roles, management courses
  • Personal integrity and reliability
  • Flexible, resilient and able to cope with pressure

  Desirable

  • Knowledge of the utilisation of IT in clinical practice

  Person Specification

  Qualifications

  Essential

  • Full registration and a licence to practice with the GMC
  • Please confirm your GMC registration number
  • Eligible to be included on the Specialist register - CCT expected within 6 months of interview date - Or
  • Evidence of CESR application submission and within 6 months of obtaining Specialist Registration via CESR
  • MBBS or equivalent primary medical qualification.
  • FRCS specialist qualification or equivalent

  Experience

  Essential

  • Independent in advanced laparoscopic practice including rectal resection
  • Ability to manage an acute unselected general surgical take

  Desirable

  • Subspecialty training
  • Post CCT fellowship or equivalent

  Ability and Skills

  Essential

  • Specific skills required to undertake the role above those required by the GMC standards.
  • Committed to continual learning.

  Desirable

  • JAG Accreditation in colonoscopy +/- UGI endoscopy

  Research and Audit

  Essential

  • Relevant research published in peer review journal
  • Evidence of audit and the implementation of change following the audit

  Desirable

  • Clear commitment to research, audit or quality improvement with a track record of success

  Education and Teaching

  Essential

  • Experience of and commitment to teaching, mentoring and developing undergraduates and postgraduates.

  Desirable

  • Willingness to develop new approaches to teaching
  • Qualification in education

  Management Skills

  Essential

  • Demonstrate effective team working skills
  • Time management and organisational ability. An example may be they have developed and run training programmes.
  • Proven knowledge of systems and process of NHS or equivalent
  • Sense of understanding and commitment to corporate responsibility
  • Commitment to and understanding of their responsibility to the organisation. Examples may include previous involvement in management roles, management courses
  • Personal integrity and reliability
  • Flexible, resilient and able to cope with pressure

  Desirable

  • Knowledge of the utilisation of IT in clinical practice

  Disclosure and Barring Service Check

  This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

  Certificate of Sponsorship

  Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

  From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

  UK Registration

  Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

  Additional information

  Disclosure and Barring Service Check

  This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

  Certificate of Sponsorship

  Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

  From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

  UK Registration

  Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

  Employer details

  Employer name

  The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust

  Address

  The Rotherham Nhs Foundation Trust

  Moorgate Road

  Rotherham

  South Yorkshire

  S60 2UD

  
  

  Employer's website

  https://www.therotherhamft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

  Employer details

  Employer name

  The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust

  Address

  The Rotherham Nhs Foundation Trust

  Moorgate Road

  Rotherham

  South Yorkshire

  S60 2UD

  
  

  Employer's website

  https://www.therotherhamft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

• About the company

  National Health Service (NHS) is the umbrella term for the publicly-funded healthcare systems of the United Kingdom (UK). The founding principles were that services should be comprehensive, universal and free at the point of delivery—a health service based on clinical need, not ability to pay. Each service provides a comprehensive range of health services, free at the point of use for people ordinarily resident in the United Kingdom apart from dental treatment and optical care.

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