DEPARTMENT OF GENERAL SURGERY
There are twelve consultant surgeons in the surgical CSU (clinical service unit). The surgeons are arranged into four teams (Colorectal, UGI, General and Breast). Other Medical Staff include a range of Associate Specialists, Specialty Doctors and Senior Clinical Fellows at middle grade level. The Core Trainee and FY1 rotas are supported by Junior Clinical Fellows and Advanced Clinical Practitioners.
The Post Acting Clinical Lead: Dr Katy Shuker
The department provides a wide range of in-patient and day case procedures and emergency and elective general surgery services, as well as subspecialty services in Colorectal, Breast, and Upper GI. The department has an excellent reputation for laparoscopic surgery, performing significant numbers of laparoscopic colorectal resections, groin and ventral hernia repairs, and fundoplications each year. The laparoscopic approach is routine for appendicectomy and cholecystectomy (both elective and emergency).
The breast unit performs over 250 cancer resections per year with both immediate and delayed reconstructions. Complex abdominal wall reconstructions are undertaken regularly for complex/giant incisional hernia.
Acute Surgical Unit
In 2019, the Trust opened a new Acute Surgical Unit, with bespoke assessment facilities aimed at maximizing ambulatory care pathways for surgical patients. A senior surgical assessor reviews patients on presentation, and integral ultrasound assessment speeds diagnosis. This has reduced non-elective admissions and length of stay.
Urology Clinical Lead: Mr Ali Fani
The department has 5 Consultants (including Trust Locum Consultants and one agency Locum) plus Specialty and Foundation Trainees. Activity includes outpatient, day case surgery, inpatient elective procedures, and emergency admissions.
ON-CALL
We are New Deal compliant and work in a full shift rota. The rota is compliant with the new contract and is a 1 in 9 rota. Post holders will be expected to cooperate in the introduction of new ways of working and monitoring processes with the support of junior medical doctors. Patients requiring major vascular procedures are transferred to the Sheffield Vascular Institute, which also provides emergency vascular cover.
Education and Training
The successful candidates will have access to all resources currently available in the Trust, including Library and Knowledge Services, e-learning resources, Clinical Skills Training programmes, simulation training, and other opportunities. Induction will be provided covering both generic and specialty-specific requirements.
For new starters in the UK, there will be a one-week programme in PGME prior to starting clinical duties to prepare the post holder for practice in the UK. This may be extended according to individual needs. Initial work in clinical areas would be supernumerary until the Clinical Supervisor agrees the doctor is ready to do on call.
The post holders will be expected to develop a portfolio showing ongoing professional development and can access support from PGME. They will have a named Educational Supervisor with whom they will meet regularly for appraisal, agree to a Personal Development Plan, and receive assessment in the workplace with regular feedback.
General Responsibilities
1. In conjunction with Consultant and Senior colleagues, to provide a high-quality service for in-patient and out-patient General Surgery.
2. To take part in medical audit and research as appropriate.
3. To ensure that the requirements of clinical governance are met.
4. To ensure adequate arrangements for hospital staff involved in patient care to contact you when necessary.
5. To play a full part in the professional supervision and management of junior medical staff.
6. To take responsibility for and devote time to teaching, examination, and accreditation duties for junior medical staff.
7. To take an active role in the management of the Division.
8. To play a full part in developing and implementing new ways of working in line with modernisation principles.
9. To take responsibility for the best use of departmental staffing and resources to ensure maximum efficiency.
10. To observe the Trust's agreed policies and procedures, particularly in relation to managing staff.
11. To ensure that the requirements of clinical governance are met.
12. To perform any other duties as deemed appropriate.
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