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Job summary

Main area
Brest Surgery
Grade
NHS Medical & Dental: Consultant
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Full time - 10 sessions per week
Job ref
265-7158276
Employer
Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
Northampton General hospital
Town
Northampton
Salary
£105,504 - £139,882 per annum
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
29/06/2025 23:59

Employer heading

Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust logo

Consultant Oncoplastic Breast Surgeon

NHS Medical & Dental: Consultant

Job overview

It is essential that the post-holder should hold the FRCS (UK) or an equivalent qualification and be on the GMC specialist register or will obtain a relevant CCT/CESR(CP) within 6 months of interview.

The successful applicant will be part of a team expanding to 4 Breast surgeons in delivering high quality service in symptomatic and screening Breast disease to the catchment area. This vacancy arises as part of an expansion of breast cancer and reconstructive surgery and creates an opportunity to enhance and develop our services for the community.

 

The post will suit a candidate who has recently gained their CCT in Breast surgery (and who is on the specialist register).

Main duties of the job

Duties & Responsibilities

  • To participate fully in the provision of Breast Services
  • To provide highest possible levels of patient care
  • To actively remain clinically competent
  • To work as an active member of the Breast team
  • To work closely with Multidisciplinary teams
  • To activate particulate and undertake audit.
  • To teach staff/medical students
  • To work to all Trust Policies and procedures
  • To work flexibly

Working for our organisation

**Please submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close any adverts before the closing date once we have received sufficient applications**

Northampton General Hospital NHS  Trust is one of the largest employers in the area and we are on an exciting journey. All our divisions are committed to doing things better, with more efficiency as we update, modernise, and advance. We have also entered 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. 

The Hospital Group encourages applications from people who identify from all protected groups.  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 recognise the valuable contribution that the Armed Forces community make to our organisation. We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and achieved Silver Award under the Armed Forces Employer Recognition Scheme. 

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.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

The agreed job plan comprises a total of 10 programmed activities (PAs) per week. This consists of 8.5 direct clinical care PAs and 1.5 supporting professional activity PAs. The job plan is subject to annual review with the Clinical Director.

 

The working day in theatre runs from 08.45 -1.00pm and 1.45pm-6.00pm, with a 30-minute break between the morning and afternoon session for all day lists.

The detailed job plan will be subject to agreement between Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust and the appointee. The initial job plan of the post holder is shown below but may be subject to change.

Timetable

An indicative timetable for elective week activities is shown below but is subject to changes during tenure depending on service requirements.

 

 

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

AM

MDT /

New Clinic

New clinic

Follow Up Clinic

MDT

2WW Clinic

PM

SPA

Under 40 clinics

Admin

Theatre

 

Person specification

QUALIFICATIONS AND TRAINING

Essential criteria
  • Full GMC Registration with License to Practice (or eligibility to obtain)
  • FRCS or equivalent
  • CCT in General Surgery and on GMC’s Specialist Register or within 6 months of CCT from the date of the interview or have confirmed eligibility for Specialist Registration within 6 months
Desirable criteria
  • Higher degree MD/PhD/MBA

TEACHING / AUDIT / QUALITY IMPROVEMENT

Essential criteria
  • Demonstrable commitment and ability to teach and train undergraduates, junior doctors and allied healthcare professionals
  • Experience of clinical audit
  • Relevant research articles in peer-reviewed journals
Desirable criteria
  • Completed “Train the Trainers” course of equivalent

CLINICAL EXPERIENCE

Essential criteria
  • Training and experience in Breast Surgery including Oncoplastic Surgery
  • Experience in Cancer Management
Desirable criteria
  • Oncoplastic Fellowship
  • Research undertaken in relevant field

PERSONAL QUALITIES

Essential criteria
  • Evidence of working effectively in a Multidisciplinary team
  • Ability to motivate staff, to facilitate appropriate changes in clinical practice and to work as part of a team
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, enthusiasm, and approachability
  • Commitment to continuing professional development and clinical governance

Employer certification / accreditation badges

We are a Living Wage EmployerApprenticeships logoNo smoking policyMenopause Friendly EmployerPositive about disabled peopleJob share policyDisability confident leaderPathway to excellenceDefence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) - SilverMindful employer.  Being positive about mental health.We offer Wagestream - A financial wellbeing benefit which lets you access your pay as you earn it.ENEI Gold '22NHS Rainbow badgeAccessAbleNHS 75th BirthdayHappy to Talk Flexible WorkingNHS Rainbow Badge - BronzeArmed Forces Covenant111 Help Us Help YouCycle to Work

Applicant requirements

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.

Application numbers

This vacancy may close early if it receives a high number of applications. Please complete and submit your application in good time to avoid disappointment.

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Jamal Harisha
Job title
consultant
Email address
[email protected]
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