Job summary This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and ambitious surgeon to join the growing Bath Urology team. The post holder would become part of a team of Consultant Urological Surgeons that work very well together in a supportive environment. All Consultants contribute to the general urological workload and 2ww service. The Urology Investigation Unit in Bath is an established, integrated outpatient facility comprising 7 consulting rooms, a new dedicated flexible cystoscopy/prostate biopsy/minor-ops suite, urodynamics room and staff offices. There is a dedicated urology inpatient theatre in the main theatre block. The successful candidate will be part of a busy department offering a comprehensive Urology service delivered by 8 Consultants, a Specialty Trainee, four Clinical Fellows and three F1/2s. Ward and emergency support is also provided by three designated WTE Urology Nurse Practitioners. The post-holder will share responsibilities for in-patient care with the current consultants and provide supervision to the middle grade doctors and trainees. Candidates should be on or eligible for inclusion onto the GMC Specialist Register for urology, be within 6 months of their expected date of obtaining a CCT (or equivalent) at the time of the interview or be pursuing a future CESR application. Main duties of the job Clinical Duties: The holder of this post will be a Consultant Urological Surgeon. All Consultants contribute to the general urological workload and 2ww service. In addition to providing these core urology services, the successful applicant will be encouraged to develop a specialist interest according to the needs of the department and to complement the existing consultant body. Opportunities exist for developing and supporting the stone service, expanding the portfolio of minimally invasive treatments for benign prostate disease, prostate cancer diagnostics and paediatric urology. The post will be based at the RUH Bath and surrounding peripheral hospitals. The holder will participate in audit and directorate meetings and undertake administrative duties as required by the Lead Clinician of Urology. A commitment to maintain professional expertise by attendance at meetings and courses is expected, and completion of diaries for CPD is essential. It is also essential that you have an annual appraisal. An interest in research and teaching is expected with participation in projects, courses, etc. to enhance the standing and role of the Department and Trust. Links have been established with the University of Bath. Attendance at, and organisation of, meetings is mandatory (MDT, departmental and governance). About us At the RUH we put people at the heart of what we do, working together as one team to make a difference for our patients, each other, and our community. No matter what your role is, we value everyone's contribution in supporting the exceptional, person-centred care we pride ourselves on. We are proud to be in the top 20 best hospitals to work for in the country. We are committed to creating a compassionate and inclusive environment. This can be seen in our growing community of staff networks - celebrating successes and creating opportunities to listen and learn. We value our differences, champion kindness and civility, and truly believe that diversity makes us stronger. A culture of learning, developing and innovating is the thread that runs throughout our whole organisation. We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential. We value staff well-being, with a well-established programme of support. We believe in a holistic approach spanning all aspects of living a healthy life, including physical, emotional, spiritual and financial well-being. We've even got a pool We are committed to supporting you and hope you want to join our team. In the meantime, find out more about living and working the beautiful historic city of Bath, learn about our extensive package of staff benefits, and read about how we're providing healthcare fit for the future with the landmark Dyson Cancer Centre and our passion for research. Date posted 16 October 2024 Pay scheme Hospital medical and dental staff Grade Consultant Salary £105,504 to £139,882 a year Per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 427-6689445 Job locations RUH Bath Combe Park Bath BA1 3NG Job description Job responsibilities Please see the Job Description and Person Specification attached for further information on the role. For an informal discussion or further information please contact:Mr Edward Jefferies, Consultant and Clinical LeadVia the secretarial team on 01225 82457 Job description Job responsibilities Please see the Job Description and Person Specification attached for further information on the role. For an informal discussion or further information please contact:Mr Edward Jefferies, Consultant and Clinical LeadVia the secretarial team on 01225 82457 Person Specification Qualifications Essential FRCS(Urol) or equivalent Full GMC Registration Specialist Interest in Robotic Surgery Desirable Additional higher medical / scientific degree relevant to the specialty Specialist interest in pelvic or renal oncology Clinical Experience Essential Clinical training and experience equivalent to that for UK CCST Ability to take full independent responsibility for clinical care of patients Desirable Willingness to learn and expand all aspects of Urology Robotic Fellowship experience Person Specification Qualifications Essential FRCS(Urol) or equivalent Full GMC Registration Specialist Interest in Robotic Surgery Desirable Additional higher medical / scientific degree relevant to the specialty Specialist interest in pelvic or renal oncology Clinical Experience Essential Clinical training and experience equivalent to that for UK CCST Ability to take full independent responsibility for clinical care of patients Desirable Willingness to learn and expand all aspects of Urology Robotic Fellowship experience 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. 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). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information 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. 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). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust Address RUH Bath Combe Park Bath BA1 3NG Employer's website https://www.ruh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)