Consultant Vascular Surgery in London

Join to apply for the Consultant Vascular Surgery role at Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust Job Summary University Hospitals of Northamptonshire Vascular Unit, are looking to appoint a full time Consultant Vascular Surgeon 4, following the retirement of a senior colleague. This post is currently occupied by a Locum Vascular Surgeon. We are looking to appoint an individual who can work well in our team and who can bring an additional range of skills. Candidates who have recently CCT and CESR as well as established consultants are welcome to apply. Candidates who have open and endovascular experience are welcome, but independent endovascular skills as such is not an essential requirement. Shortlisted candidates who are unsuccessful will also be considered for potential temporary vacancies. Main duties of the job Primarily based at Northampton General Hospital and also covers Vascular services at Kettering General Hospital. The initial job plan comprises a total of 10 PAs per week (8.5 DCC PAs, including on call, and 1.5 SPA) and is subject to annual review with the Clinical Director. The service operates on a 6 week rolling rota. Apart from regular clinics and theatre lists, candidates would be required to participate in Clinical Governance activities. We are proud of our Vascular Renal Access Service which covers the Northamptonshire County and run specialist complex clinics dedicated to this service. Additionally, we also provide a dedicated service to the diabetic population of the county, with regular virtual clinics and diabetic foot rounds. There is capacity for endovascular sessions within the 6 week cycle in the IR suite for appointees with endovascular competence with potential for future expansion to day case angiography lists at KGH. This job will ideally suit a modern hybrid vascular surgeon with endovascular skills. Clinics are held in NGH and KGH with outreach clinics held in Corby, Nene park and Daventry. Detailed job plan is open to discussion between the successful candidate, Consultant colleagues and the Trust. Agreed job plans will include travel and patient admin time. All vascular consultants are currently allocated 1PA for patient admin and 1.5 PA for basic SPA. There will be an option to increase the job plan to 12 PAs if agreed. About Us Northampton General Hospital is one of the largest employers in the area and we are on an exciting journey. All of our divisions are committed to doing things better, with more efficiency as we update, modernise, and advance. We have also entered into a Group Model with neighbouring Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and become University Hospitals of Northamptonshire. Our Excellence Values: Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Integrity, Courage We want to recruit the best people to deliver our services across the University Hospitals of Northamptonshire and help to unleash everyone\'s full potential. As an organisation, we value how we communicate and promote our vacancies to all communities. The Hospital Group encourages applications from people who identify from all protected groups, especially those from BAME, Disabled and LGBTQ+ backgrounds as these are underrepresented in our hospitals. We understand that we need to work with colleagues from diverse backgrounds and make sure the environment they work in is inclusive and collaborative. We have active Networks that promote and support colleagues from all backgrounds. This ensures everyone feels supported and has a sense of belonging working for Kettering and Northampton General Hospitals. Job Description To fully participate in elective and emergency vascular service To provide highest possible levels of patient care To work as an active member of the Vascular team To actively remain clinically competent To work closely with Multidisciplinary teams To support the governance and audit process To actively contribute to vascular and hospital staff/Medical Student To work to all Trust Policies and procedures To work flexibly Person Specification OTHER REQUIREMENTS Essential: Full registration with General Medical Council QUALIFICATIONS AND TRAINING Essential: Relevant speciality degree, Completion of Specialty Training (CST or equivalent) or within 6 months of achieving it in relevant specialty, Education / Medical Education Qualification (preferably at Masters level) Desirable: MD, PhD or other higher degree TEACHING/AUDIT/QUALITY IMPROVEMENT Essential: Experience of Audit and Quality Improvement, Experience of Teaching Junior Staff, Experience of Undergraduate Teaching Desirable: Experience in Curriculum development and delivery ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENTS AND RESEARCH Desirable: Publications in recognised Medicine / Medical Education Journals or Presentations at National Level, Research experience relating to quality improvement INTERPERSONAL SKILLS Essential: High level Organisational Skills, Communication Skills 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. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website. Employer details Employer name: Northampton General Hospital Address: Northampton General Hospital, Cliftonville, Northampton, NN1 5BD Employer\'s website: Northampton General Hospital #J-18808-Ljbffr