Job summary We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Kidney Transplant Surgeon to join our dynamic transplant team. In this role, you will be responsible for leading and performing kidney transplant surgeries, providing high-quality surgical care to patients with end-stage renal disease. You will be involved in the full spectrum of transplant care, including pre-operative assessments, conducting complex kidney transplants from both living and deceased donors, and managing post-operative patient care. As a key member of the transplant team, you will collaborate with nephrologists, transplant coordinators, and other healthcare professionals to ensure the best possible outcomes for transplant recipients. The role requires expertise in kidney transplantation techniques, including vascular access and laparoscopic procedures, and involvement in multidisciplinary meetings to review and plan patient care. The position also offers the opportunity to participate in innovative research, contribute to clinical trials, and engage in academic teaching and training of junior doctors and medical students. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in transplant surgery, excellent communication and leadership skills, and a commitment to improving patient outcomes through evidence-based care. Main duties of the job We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Kidney Transplant Surgeon to join our dynamic transplant team. In this role, you will be responsible for leading and performing kidney transplant surgeries, providing high-quality surgical care to patients with end-stage renal disease. You will be involved in the full spectrum of transplant care, including pre-operative assessments, conducting complex kidney transplants from both living and deceased donors, and managing post-operative patient care. As a key member of the transplant team, you will collaborate with nephrologists, transplant coordinators, and other healthcare professionals to ensure the best possible outcomes for transplant recipients. The role requires expertise in kidney transplantation techniques, including vascular access and laparoscopic procedures, and involvement in multidisciplinary meetings to review and plan patient care. The position also offers the opportunity to participate in innovative research, contribute to clinical trials, and engage in academic teaching and training of junior doctors and medical students. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in transplant surgery, excellent communication and leadership skills, and a commitment to improving patient outcomes through evidence-based care. About us North Bristol NHS Trust employs over 12,000 staff providing healthcare to the residents of Bristol, South Gloucestershire and North Somerset from our award-winning hospital building at Southmead. We are the regional Major Trauma Centre, and an internationally recognised centre of excellence in a range of services and major specialities. Our vision is that by enabling our teams to be the best that they can be, we will provide exceptional healthcare, personally delivered. North Bristol NHS Trust values all people as individuals. We aim to be an anti-discriminatory organisation and are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We welcome applicants from all underrepresented groups. Date posted 02 April 2025 Pay scheme Hospital medical and dental staff Grade Consultant Salary £105,504 to £139,882 a year PA Contract Fixed term Duration 6 months Working pattern Full-time Reference number 339-ASCR5362-AAR Job locations Southmead Southmead Road Bristol BS10 5NB Job description Job responsibilities Day Time Location Work Categorisation No. of PAs Monday Tuesday Operating Southmead 2 Wednesday Operating Southmead 1.25 Thursday Clinic Southmead 1.25 Friday Clinic Southmead 1.25 Saturday Sunday Predicable emergency on-call work Direct Clinical Care 1 Unpredictable emergency on call work (Max per week until 31 March) Variable On-site, at home, telephone, travelling to and from site Direct Clinical Care 2 Job description Job responsibilities Day Time Location Work Categorisation No. of PAs Monday Tuesday Operating Southmead 2 Wednesday Operating Southmead 1.25 Thursday Clinic Southmead 1.25 Friday Clinic Southmead 1.25 Saturday Sunday Predicable emergency on-call work Direct Clinical Care 1 Unpredictable emergency on call work (Max per week until 31 March) Variable On-site, at home, telephone, travelling to and from site Direct Clinical Care 2 Person Specification Qualification and Registration Essential Maintain Full registration with the GMC. Must have CCT Renal Transplant Surgery and have been entered on the GMC Specialist Register at the time of the appointment. Desirable Higher academic qualification (e.g., MD or MS). Training and Experience Essential Recent experience and familiarity of UK hospital systems and practices (or equivalent). Minimum of 5 years postgraduate experience including higher surgical/medical training, three years as a Senior Registrar in an approved training post, or equivalent. Part of this period may be in a post of equivalent responsibility and training potential. Training in diagnosis and treatment of renal conditions and experience in medical management of patients with kidney transplants. Experience of Paediatric renal transplantation. Desirable Out of Programme experience relevant to clinical nephrology or research in nephrology. A proven interest in kidney transplantation as demonstrated by evidence of service development or innovation in the field. Further Training, Management, Publications Essential Evidence of recent CME/ reasonable training progression at this stage of career. Experience in audit project and written up Knowledge of contemporary NHS management issues. Knowledge of political context within which we operate. Desirable Completion of a general management course or programme. Research, Teaching, Publications Essential Proven teaching ability. Willingness to undertake teaching of medical under-graduates & postgraduates. Desirable Proven track record in research. Willingness to undertake further research. Ability to gain the trust and confidence of colleagues and patients. Evidence of relevant publications in peer reviewed journals. Demonstration of involvement in clinical directorate management. Leadership and Teamwork Essential Proven ability to build and maintain effective teams Have a positive attitude towards members of the wider healthcare team Evidence of good organizational and compassionate leadership skills Evidence of positive development and change management An understanding of positive leadership in the context of healthcare. Communication Skills Essential Is empathetic and sensitive to the needs of others including patients and colleagues. An ability to explain complex and sensitive information, sometimes under stressful circumstances to others. Must be able to influence and persuade effectively. Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills to write and present management reports as required. Other Essential Must hold the appropriate home office work / residence status to provide work in the UK. Person Specification Qualification and Registration Essential Maintain Full registration with the GMC. Must have CCT Renal Transplant Surgery and have been entered on the GMC Specialist Register at the time of the appointment. Desirable Higher academic qualification (e.g., MD or MS). Training and Experience Essential Recent experience and familiarity of UK hospital systems and practices (or equivalent). Minimum of 5 years postgraduate experience including higher surgical/medical training, three years as a Senior Registrar in an approved training post, or equivalent. Part of this period may be in a post of equivalent responsibility and training potential. Training in diagnosis and treatment of renal conditions and experience in medical management of patients with kidney transplants. Experience of Paediatric renal transplantation. Desirable Out of Programme experience relevant to clinical nephrology or research in nephrology. A proven interest in kidney transplantation as demonstrated by evidence of service development or innovation in the field. Further Training, Management, Publications Essential Evidence of recent CME/ reasonable training progression at this stage of career. Experience in audit project and written up Knowledge of contemporary NHS management issues. Knowledge of political context within which we operate. Desirable Completion of a general management course or programme. Research, Teaching, Publications Essential Proven teaching ability. Willingness to undertake teaching of medical under-graduates & postgraduates. Desirable Proven track record in research. Willingness to undertake further research. Ability to gain the trust and confidence of colleagues and patients. Evidence of relevant publications in peer reviewed journals. Demonstration of involvement in clinical directorate management. Leadership and Teamwork Essential Proven ability to build and maintain effective teams Have a positive attitude towards members of the wider healthcare team Evidence of good organizational and compassionate leadership skills Evidence of positive development and change management An understanding of positive leadership in the context of healthcare. Communication Skills Essential Is empathetic and sensitive to the needs of others including patients and colleagues. An ability to explain complex and sensitive information, sometimes under stressful circumstances to others. Must be able to influence and persuade effectively. Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills to write and present management reports as required. Other Essential Must hold the appropriate home office work / residence status to provide work in the UK. 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 North Bristol NHS Trust Address Southmead Southmead Road Bristol BS10 5NB Employer's website https://www.nbt.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)