As part of the transition to a Group Clinical Services structure within Bristol NHS Foundation Trust, there is an increased expectation of cross-site working.
Although roles will have a designated base, post holders are likely to be required to work across multiple Trust sites in line with service needs. Where this is not included in the initial job plan, any future requirement arising from the departmental restructures will be addressed through the job planning process. Travel time will be taken into consideration in line with contractual expectations.
North Bristol NHS Trust (NBT) and University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) have merged as of 1st July 2026 to become Bristol NHS Foundation Trust. This creates an exciting future that brings together the best of both organisations. As a single, strong and sustainable organisation, we will not only be able to deliver better outcomes for our patients and fairer care for our population, but it will also provide greater opportunities for our people.
Bristol NHS Foundation Trust recognise the value of a healthy work-life balance. When applying, speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate flexible working, so your work life fits around your home life.
We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates as they are under-represented within the Trust.
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Job overview
The post-holder will be responsible for the clinical management of patients under their care, and, in liaison with consultant colleagues, continuity of care when the postholder is absent.
The work of the Bristol Urological Institute (BUI) is delivered across two sites (Southmead Hospital and Weston General Hospital). The postholder is expected to deliver care on both sites according to their agreed job plan and the need of the service.
The post-holder will be expected to provide general/core urology service and be part of the non-muscle invasive bladder cancer team. They would be expected to contribute to fast track and diagnostic clinics. Support and mentoring will be provided where required.
As part of the service’s target to expand theatre usage and improve theatre utilisation, the postholder, with other consultants, will provide flexible theatre cover as part of their weekly programmed activities aimed at providing extra capacity to meet cancer and waiting time targets.
The post-holder with contribute to the on-call consultant rota including out of hours cover on a pro rata basis.
Applicants should have a CCT or be within twelve months of achieving this at the date of interview or be listed on the GMC’s specialist register to be eligible for application for a substantive post. CESR applicants are welcome and must have their CESR in place at the time of interview.
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The post-holder will provide high-quality, evidence-based urological care to patients referred to the Bristol Urological Institute, with particular responsibility for general/core urology and the management of non-muscle invasive bladder cancer. They will undertake outpatient clinics, diagnostic and surveillance cystoscopy, day-case and inpatient procedures, and elective operating appropriate to their agreed job plan and areas of expertise. The post-holder will work closely with colleagues across the BUI to ensure effective continuity of care and timely access to appropriate investigation and treatment.
Working for our organisation
Bristol NHS Foundation Trust brings together more than 28,000 staff to deliver over 160 clinical services across thirteen hospital locations, operating from three main sites at Southmead, Bristol city centre and Weston.
With an annual turnover of 2.6 billion, we are now one of the largest NHS trusts in the United Kingdom.
Chaired by Ingrid Barker and led by Maria Kane as Chief Executive, Bristol NHS Foundation Trust aims to transform the way healthcare is delivered locally with a clear focus on making a difference for what we call our Four Ps:
- Better outcomes for our Patients
- More opportunities for our People
- Fairer more consistent care for our Population
- Best Value for Public Purse
Our vision for five years from now:
- Patients will wait less time to be diagnosed and treated, and they will have the same high-quality experience and outcomes, regardless of who they are or where they live.
- We will meet rising demand by maximising the use of our available resources.
- More care will be delivered nearer to patients, in their homes or the community.
- Digital technologies will have transformed the way we work and the way we deliver care.
- We will be known as a place where people enjoy working, training and building a career.
- Our volume of globally renowned research and innovation will have grown significantly.
- We will contribute to system financial balance
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The post holder will contribute to the non-muscle invasive bladder cancer service and the wider urological cancer pathway, including the assessment and management of patients with suspected and established bladder cancer. They will participate in relevant multidisciplinary team meetings and contribute to the development of high-quality, patient-centred bladder cancer pathways. The post holder will also contribute to fast-track and diagnostic clinics. Appropriate support and mentoring will be provided where required, particularly in relation to the development of specific aspects of the post.
The post holder will undertake operative urology and contribute flexibly to the delivery of additional theatre capacity. As part of the BUI’s programme to maximise theatre utilisation and improve access to surgery, the post-holder will participate in flexible theatre cover within their programmed activities. This will support the delivery of cancer and waiting-time targets and allow the service to respond to changing clinical demand.
The post holder will participate on the consultant on-call rota, including out-of-hours responsibilities, on a pro-rata basis. They will provide senior clinical leadership and decision making for patients under their care and, when undertaking on call will support the wider urology service across the relevant BUI sites.
The post-holder will be expected to work collaboratively with consultant colleagues, residents, nursing, administrative and allied health professional teams and other clinical services to ensure safe, effective and efficient patient care. They will contribute to service development, clinical governance, audit and quality improvement activities within the service and will be expected to participate in the development and implementation of departmental and Trust policies and clinical pathways. It is expected that the post holder will be involved with departmental leadership roles.
The BUI is a major teaching and training centre, and the post-holder will contribute to the education and supervision of undergraduate medical students, postgraduate trainees and other members of the multidisciplinary team. There will be opportunities to contribute to research, innovation and academic activity within the Institute, and the post-holder will be encouraged to develop areas of clinical or academic interest in keeping with the needs of the service.
The post-holder will undertake duties at both Southmead Hospital and Weston General Hospital in accordance with their agreed job plan and the requirements of the service. They will contribute to the continued development of an integrated urology service across both sites and will support the delivery of consistent standards of clinical care throughout the BUI.
For a more detailed job description, main responsibilities, and Person Specification, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.
We hope that you will decide to join us and become part of this exciting journey, helping us to shape our future together.
· As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application to ensure we’re meeting our pledge.
· The Trust is committed to investing in and caring for all our staff. We will support you in maintaining and improving your health and wellbeing, as well as your career development through management and training support - developing exceptional people for exceptional careers.
· BFT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults.
· To comply with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 all applicants must be able to speak fluent English to an appropriate standard which will be assessed at Interview.
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Please note that if you apply for a position with this Trust, you may be contacted via Trac or via email. This includes invites for job interviews. We therefore recommend that you regularly check your Trac account and email accounts. We may also contact you by texting the mobile number, if provided, on the application form.
Due to the high number of applications that are received for some posts we may close this vacancy before the advertised closing date. Therefore, please apply for this post as soon as you can, if you are interested and you meet the requirements of the Person Specification
Only those candidates who clearly demonstrate how they meet the person specification will be shortlisted for this job.
As a guide interviews should usually take place within 3 weeks of the closing date.
When providing employment reference details, please provide correct work-related email addresses so references can be sought promptly when we are looking to progress your application. Your referee must all be known to you in a line manager or professional lead capacity.
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