An exciting opportunity has arisen at the Northerncare Alliance for the appointment of a substantiveConsultant General and Colorectal Surgeon based at Salford Royal Hospital.
This is a new consultant appointment within a well-established and highly regarded colorectal service. The successful candidate will join a team of nine specialist lower gastrointestinal (LGI) surgeons within the General Surgery Directorate, working alongside colleagues across colorectal surgery, emergency general surgery, intestinal failure and other specialist services.
The post offers an excellent opportunity for an ambitious and collaborative surgeon to contribute to the delivery and further development of a high-quality colorectal service, while also playing an active role in emergency general surgery. We welcome applications from candidates with additional specialist interests that complement the existing service, including colorectal cancer, abdominal wall reconstruction, intestinal failure, inflammatory bowel disease, pelvic floor and functional bowel disorders, and trauma.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will contribute to the full range of colorectal surgical services, including the diagnosis and management of colorectal cancer, inflammatory bowel disease, benign and functional colorectal disorders and complex and tertiary colorectal conditions
Applicants will be required to be competent in the surgical management of colorectal cancer and will be core members of the MDT. The unit has a long established focus on laparoscopic resections and is now an established robotic colorectal unit. Experience and expertise in additional areas of colorectal practice are welcomed.
The colorectal service has evolved in response to increasing demand for colorectal cancer care and the development of an expanding tertiary and supraregional service for complex colorectal patients. The service benefits from close integration with the National Intestinal Failure Unit, one of only two National Reference Centres for Intestinal Failure in the UK, providing a unique environment for the management of patients with complex gastrointestinal disease.
The Colorectal Department runs a Consultant of the Week (COW) model on a 1:9 (1:10 with this appointment). This a a day-time service which does not include any oncall element. The duty consultant delivers a ward round of all Colorectal inpatients, a virtual clinic for patients on the TWW pathway and ah hoc specialist support to colleagues.
Working for our organisation
The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people living across Greater Manchester. Our 20,000 colleagues care for people in hospital and in the community, working across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham and Salford, to save and improve lives.
As a large NHS trust we are committed to enhancing the health of our local population by delivering consistently high standards of care and working closely with local authorities and key partners. We believe in our power and potential to make a difference and we’re always looking for people who demonstrate our three core values - care, appreciate and inspire to join our team.
In return, we can offer you a job role with purpose and flexibility. The size and scale of the NCA means we can provide more challenge and opportunities so your career can always be moving in the right direction. By joining us you can also access a competitive benefits package, including, a fantastic annual leave allowance, flexible working opportunities and protected hours for health and wellbeing activities, helping you to achieve more personal downtime and a better work-life balance.
Professional registration
- Full registration on the GMC specialist register
- Evidence of Accredited Clinical & Educational Supervision of Medical Learners’
- Substantial independent experience of Colorectal resections in emergency and elective settings
- Specialist experience in Colorectal sub specialist area
The NCA is proud to serve a diverse population and is committed to delivering inclusive, accessible care. We value individuality and aim to build a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Applications are welcomed from individuals of all backgrounds, identities, and beliefs.
We also warmly welcome applications from serving and former members of the Armed Forces community and their families. Please indicate on your application form if you are a member of the Armed Forces community to be considered under our guaranteed interview scheme, subject to meeting the essential criteria for the role.
As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to offering a guaranteed interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post.
If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact the Recruitment Team at resourcingnca@nca.nhs.uk
Vacancies may close before the advertised closing date if a high volume of applications are received or where an internal redeployee has been identified.
For fixed-term roles, current NHS staff will be considered for secondments, while fixed-term contracts will be offered to external (non-NHS) applicants.
Employer certification / accreditation badges
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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Consultant Colorectal Surgeon in Salford employer: Northern Care Alliance
Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust is an excellent employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work environment where compassion and teamwork are at the forefront of patient care. Employees benefit from ongoing training and development opportunities, ensuring personal growth while making a meaningful impact in the lives of patients. Located in a vibrant community, the Trust fosters a culture of respect and collaboration, making it a rewarding place to work for those dedicated to healthcare.
