Job summary We are looking for a dynamic, enthusiastic and motivated trainee to join our Colorectal department at registrar level from February 2025 for 6 months.
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This post is ideal for someone looking to improve their training and skills in Colorectal and General Surgery.
The General Surgery Department is very busy with high throughput of both elective and emergency patients.
A full range of colorectal disease is managed in the department by 10 consultants and three Specialist Nurses.
TAMIS, TEO and SILS have been established within the Colorectal department.
Colorectal robotic cancer resections are performed regularly.
Our unit also offers ELAPE, complex IBD work/pouch surgery, complex endometriosis/advanced ovarian cancer (joint surgery with gynae-oncologist).
The Royal Derby Hospital is a regional anal cancer centre and hosts the significant polyp and early rectal cancer MDT for management of these conditions in the Unit.
We have one of the largest endoscopy departments in the country.
The colorectal unit in Derby is accredited for level III training by the Association of Coloproctology of GB & I. Whilst this is not a training post, candidates will be joining a supportive department with lots of opportunities to train and develop their skills.
Main duties of the job The post will support the Colorectal team with ward rounds, assisting in theatre and day case operating lists as well supporting consultants with outpatient clinics.
There is also the opportunity to join training lists in the endoscopy department.The post will be expected to join the General Surgery Registrar on call rota which is a 1:18 rota.There will also be opportunity for training, audit and teaching.
About us As a trusted organisation at the heart of our communities, we recognise the important role we can play in supporting the public, patients, our own people and local partners in achieving the best of health for the local population and the communities in which they live by providing Exceptional Care Together Our fundamental Values of Compassion, Openness and Excellence underpin how we intend to work as a Trust and the associated behaviours are becoming embedded in all aspects of how we work.
In return we will offer: Development opportunities, including both professional and leadership development On-going support through every step of the way from recruitment to when you join our team and beyond.
A variety of other staff benefits including employee assistance programme, discounted gym membership, onsite fitness classes, car schemes Key Facts about our Trust: We see on average 4810 OP appointments per day.
We are the 4thbusiest Trauma & Orthopaedic outpatients department in England - an average of 2077 per week.
An average of 1115 patients are seen in A&Es across our network every day - 3rd largest in the country.
Our hospitals admit an average of 195 emergency patients daily.
Last year we undertook almost 33,700 planned surgical operations in our 57 operating theatres.
We are one of only 7 Trusts nationally with more than 50 operating theatres.
We carry out more than 140 elective procedures each working day Job description Job responsibilities Applicants must have full GMC registration at the time of application and be eligible to work in the UK.
Applicants should have 2 years' experience in Surgery not including foundation years and have at least 6 months experience working in General Surgery in the UK.
UK experience of working in Colorectal surgery is desirable.This is an excellent opportunity for doctors looking to expand their skills andexperience in General SurgeryFull information on the role is included in the job description Person Specification Qualifications & Eligibility Essential MBBS or equivalent medical qualification Full GMC Registration, with a licence to practice, at the time of application Eligibility to reside and work in the UK Desirable Distinctions, prizes, awards, scholarships.
Presentations & publications Experience Essential 2 years' experience in Surgery (not including Foundation Years) 6 months experience in General Surgery Minimum of 6 months experience within a UK Healthcare setting Desirable UK experience in Colorectal Surgery Clinical Knowledge Essential Evidence of appropriate operative experience Desirable Attendance at relevant courses ATLS, Basic Surgical Skills or equivalent Audit Essential Evidence of participation and understanding of the principles of audit