Job summaryUniversity Hospital Coventry and Warwickshire (UHCW) provides tertiary services for over 1 million people in Warwickshire and the surrounding region. UHCW is one of the most modern NHS facilities in the UK, being entirely rebuilt over 10 years ago. Partnership with Warwick University ensured state-of-the-art research and educational facilities were incorporated into the design. UHCW is one of the UK's busiest major trauma centres (TARN data), and all acute trauma specialties are available within the one institution. The Upper GI unit is the tertiary service for Warwickshire and provides services for all aspects of Upper GI surgery, including benign hiatal surgery, Upper GI cancer resection and bariatric surgery. Robotic surgery is now undertaken for cancer resections; bariatric and benign Upper GI procedures and the successful applicant would need to demonstrate proficiency and experience in robotic surgery. An excellent MDT supports the Upper GI cancer service. The department of Oncology and Radiotherapy have facilities both at UHCW and at satellite units (e.g. George Elliot Hospital). There is a well-established multi-disciplinary tier 3 & tier 4 weight management service working as part of the bariatric MDT.Main duties of the jobContinual Professional Development (CPD)Attention and aspiration to lifelong learning will be supported by the Specialty Group and the Trust to demonstrate safe, effective, knowledge based clinical capabilities. The postholder will have a reflective approach to their own practice and will agree to a program of continuing professional development which meets his/her and service provision requirements. Produce and support solution-focused decisions based on fact and not anecdote through recognising the value of involving different professional contributions, applying your knowledge appropriately. Demonstrate financial awareness and understand the impact of you and your team's decisions. Comply with health and safety policies and procedures. About usUniversity Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire (UHCW) NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.We are extremely proud of our skilled employees across our hospital sites in Coventry and Rugby, with high quality patient care positioned at the heart of everything we do. Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a national and international leader in healthcare. By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. DetailsDate posted09 October 2026Pay schemeHospital medical and dental staffGradeConsultantSalary Full-time Reference number218-T2-SCT-8345822Job locationsUniversity Hospitals Coventry & WarwickshireClifford Bridge RoadCoventryCV22DXUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesResearchThe Trust welcomes and encourages research as a high-profile activity that compliments the service provided. The emphasis being on studies that fall within the National Institute of Health Research portfolio. The Speciality recognises that high-quality research is an integral part of development and quality care and undertakes to support and encourage such activities wherever possible. The Trust offers state of the art research facilities. It houses the Warwick Medical Schools Clinical Sciences Research Institute (CSRI), bringing together scientists, clinicians, and epidemiologists to study disease mechanisms in vivo and in vitro. The Trust has six well-equipped Patient Research Interface (PRI) suites for patient-based research containing clinical examination rooms, offices, and support facilities. The Trust houses the latest clinical imaging equipment and is one of the first completely digital hospitals in the UK. It has a PET CT and three MRI scanners which are also available for clinical research. Job responsibilitiesResearchThe Trust welcomes and encourages research as a high-profile activity that compliments the service provided. The emphasis being on studies that fall within the National Institute of Health Research portfolio. The Speciality recognises that high-quality research is an integral part of development and quality care and undertakes to support and encourage such activities wherever possible. The Trust offers state of the art research facilities. It houses the Warwick Medical Schools Clinical Sciences Research Institute (CSRI), bringing together scientists, clinicians, and epidemiologists to study disease mechanisms in vivo and in vitro. The Trust has six well-equipped Patient Research Interface (PRI) suites for patient-based research containing clinical examination rooms, offices, and support facilities. The Trust houses the latest clinical imaging equipment and is one of the first completely digital hospitals in the UK. It has a PET CT and three MRI scanners which are also available for clinical research. EssentialoEvidence of higher training in general surgery, and the sub-speciality of Upper GI surgery, equivalent to CCT oEvidence of ability to manage all general surgical emergency admissions oAble to perform routine benign laparoscopic Upper GI surgery independently. oAble to perform Upper GI cancer surgery, bariatric surgery, and complex benign Upper GI surgery with minimal support. oAble to perform Upper GI endoscopy independently (JAG accredited) oAble to manage complications from Upper GI surgery. oProficiency in laparoscopic and robotic Upper GI surgeryDesirableoATLS (provider or trainer) oExpertise in laparoscopic UGI resectional surgery oIndependent in performing robotic upper GI surgery. oAbility to advise on efficient and smooth running of specialist service. oAbility to motivate, innovate and support staff of all disciplines. oCompetent in basic information technologyDesirableoFurther skills in information technology oExperience of service development oEvidence of innovation Teaching & Training oCommitment to continuing medical education. oAbility to organise and participate in and evidence of teaching and training undergraduate and postgraduate students. oExperience as faculty on surgical training courseDesirableTeaching the Trainer course Evidence of formal PGME training EssentialoParticipation in medical audit. oNational and international conference presentations relating to Upper GI Surgery oResearch projects relating to Upper GI Surgery oPublished research in peer-reviewed journals. DesirableEvidence of publication within the last 5 years Participation in clinical trials Research proposal experience EssentialoEvidence of higher training in general surgery, and the sub-speciality of Upper GI surgery, equivalent to CCT oEvidence of ability to manage all general surgical emergency admissions oAble to perform routine benign laparoscopic Upper GI surgery independently. oAble to perform Upper GI cancer surgery, bariatric surgery, and complex benign Upper GI surgery with minimal support. oAble to perform Upper GI endoscopy independently (JAG accredited) oAble to manage complications from Upper GI surgery. oProficiency in laparoscopic and robotic Upper GI surgeryDesirableoATLS (provider or trainer) oExpertise in laparoscopic UGI resectional surgery oIndependent in performing robotic upper GI surgery. oAbility to advise on efficient and smooth running of specialist service. oAbility to motivate, innovate and support staff of all disciplines. oCompetent in basic information technologyDesirableoFurther skills in information technology oExperience of service development oEvidence of innovation Teaching & Training oCommitment to continuing medical education. oAbility to organise and participate in and evidence of teaching and training undergraduate and postgraduate students. oExperience as faculty on surgical training courseDesirableTeaching the Trainer course Evidence of formal PGME training EssentialoParticipation in medical audit. oNational and international conference presentations relating to Upper GI Surgery oResearch projects relating to Upper GI Surgery oPublished research in peer-reviewed journals. DesirableEvidence of publication within the last 5 years Participation in clinical trials Research proposal experienceDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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 SponsorshipApplications 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).NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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 SponsorshipApplications 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).NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer detailsEmployer nameUniversity Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS TrustAddressUniversity Hospitals Coventry & WarwickshireClifford Bridge RoadCoventryCV22DXUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer nameUniversity Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS TrustAddressUniversity Hospitals Coventry & WarwickshireClifford Bridge RoadCoventryCV22DXUnited KingdomEmployer's website
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