Consultant Thoracic Surgeon
hace 3 días
Cambridge
Job summaryThis is a Substantive Consultant Surgeon post at Papworth Hospital. The post-holder will be expected to be proficient in adult general thoracic surgery as practiced in the UK.The post-holder will work with the existing team of NHS Consultant Surgeons.This job is currently based around fixed operating sessions and flexible cover for the other thoracic surgery sessions (currently 6 operating days Mon-Fri with ad-hoc Saturday lists).Main duties of the jobHave responsibility for patients admitted under the care of the thoracic surgical service, and provide assessment, treatment and follow up for patients requiring thoracic surgery. Provide a cohesive service with the other Consultants and contribute to the smooth running of Thoracic Services.Maximise thoracic surgery operating session use through developing and providing cover for both external and internal MDTs.Contribute to the training of junior doctors in accordance with standards required by college, Postgraduate Dean and hospital. Demonstrate a commitment to continuing professional development and work with the team to build the academic activities of the thoracic surgery group.Work with the team to support thoracic surgical / oncological related research, as part of an agreed research programme, and to contribute to audit activities.The on-call Consultant Surgeon at Papworth Hospital also provides cover for thoracic trauma at Addenbrooke's Hospital and occasional, emergency cases from the rest of the Eastern Region.The post holder will participate in an on-call consultant rota for thoracic surgery which is on a 1 in 4 basis. Currently there are separate on-call rotas for thoracic surgery, cardiac surgery and cardiothoracic transplant surgery, and the surgical group works effectively together.Clinical support is provided by the resident surgical team, advanced nurse practitioners who are ward based and surgical care practitioners (SCP) on a firm and rota system.About usRoyal Papworth Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is the UK's leading heart and lung hospital, delivering care to more than 50,000 patients a year in its new state-of-the-art hospital in Cambridge. We perform the most heart and/or lung transplants in the UK and carried out the UK's first successful heart transplant in 1979. It also offers emergency heart attack treatment, sleep centre care and is one of just five centres nationally for those in severe respiratory failure. Based on the Cambridge Biomedical Campus the largest centre of medical research and health science in Europe the Trust is at the heart of treatments of the future. Royal Papworth became the first hospital trust in the country to be rated outstanding in all five areas assessed by the Care Quality Commission - a rating it still holds today. The Trust holds its values of compassion, excellence & collaboration at its core, and all colleagues joining the team are expected to uphold these in their day-to-day roles & interactions. Royal Papworth is proud of its diverse workforce and encourages people to embrace their individuality. The Trust values difference and welcomes all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy & maternity, race, religion & belief, sex and sexual orientation. Providing they meet the minimum post criteria, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview. For a street view tour: https://royalpapworth.nhs.uk/virtual-tourDetailsDate posted09 October 2026Pay schemeHospital medical and dental staffGradeConsultantSalary 113,565 to 150,569 a year ContractPermanentWorking pattern Full-time Reference number175-26-1987Job locationsRoyal Papworth HospitalPapworth RoadCambridge Bio Medical CampusCambridgeCB2 0AYUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesOn this page you will find a Role Profile which provides information about the hospital and full details about the role. We recommend that you review this and refer to it as you complete your application. Please include how you will meet the Trust Values Compassion, Excellence and Collaboration. If you would like more information about the role or working at Royal Papworth Hospital, please get in touch with the contact for this role. Job description Job responsibilitiesOn this page you will find a Role Profile which provides information about the hospital and full details about the role. We recommend that you review this and refer to it as you complete your application. Please include how you will meet the Trust Values Compassion, Excellence and Collaboration. If you would like more information about the role or working at Royal Papworth Hospital, please get in touch with the contact for this role.Person Specification Qualifications EssentialPrimary medical qualification (MBBS, MBChB, or equivalent) FRCS (CTh) or equivalent Full GMC registration with licence to practiseEntry on the GMC Specialist Register for Cardiothoracic Surgery via CCT, CESR, or European Community RightsEligible for specialist registration on commencement of the postDesirableHigher degree (MD, PhD, or equivalent) in a relevant discipline Postgraduate qualification in medical educationExisting substantive NHS consultant status Experience EssentialSignificant post-CCT experience in adult thoracic surgery, or equivalent consultant-level independent practiceDemonstrable volume of lung resections, including VATS anatomical resectionsExperience in managing thoracic oncology patients within an MDT settingExperience in thoracic trauma managementEvidence of excellent clinical outcomes commensurate with a world-class thoracic surgery centreIndependently performs VATS lobectomy and sublobar resectionsCompetent in open thoracic procedures including sleeve resections, chest wall resection, and mediastinal proceduresCapable of managing thoracic surgical emergencies independentlyProficient in diagnostic and therapeutic bronchoscopyDemonstrated ability to lead a multi-professional clinical teamExperience in service development and contributing to departmental strategyUnderstanding of NHS structures, governance, and consultant accountabilityAbility to manage clinical resources effectively, including theatre utilisationExperience in organising and delivering teaching programmes to medical students, junior doctors, and allied health professionalsTraining in educational supervision and appraisalCommitment to training and professional development of the wider surgical team, including SCPsUnderstanding of research methodology and clinical trial designActive involvement in clinical research with evidence of outputRecord of initiating, completing, and presenting clinical audit projectsDemonstrated commitment to clinical governance and patient safetyExperience in morbidity and mortality review processesExcellent communication skills -- able to engage effectively and sensitively with patients, families, and colleaguesDemonstrated ability to work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary teamLeadership skills including the ability to motivate, mentor, and support colleaguesFlexible, adaptable, and resilient under pressureCommitment to the Trust values of compassion, excellence, and collaborationProfessional integrity and accountabilityAbility to participate in a 1:4 on-call rota,Willingness to work flexibly across sites when clinical need requiresEligibility to live and work in the UKOccupational health clearanceEnhanced DBS disclosureDesirableExperience in robotic thoracic surgery (RATS)Subspecialty expertise in lung volume reduction surgery, hyperinflation procedures, chest wall reconstruction, or airway surgeryExperience in lung transplantationTrack record of delivering enhanced recovery programmesRobotic thoracic surgical skills (CMR Versius or equivalent platform)Track record of delivering organisational change or service transformationPostgraduate certificate, diploma, or Master's in medical educationEducational supervisor recognition by the GMC or Postgraduate DeaneryFaculty on national or international surgical coursesHigher research degree (MD, PhD, or MPhil by thesis)Peer-reviewed publications as first or senior author in thoracic surgerySuccessful grant applications or research funding track recordInvited lectures or presentations at national or international meetingsQuality improvement qualification (e.g. IHI, NHS QI training)Published audit or quality improvement outcomesParticipation in national clinical audits (e.g. SCTS, NLCA)Mentor or coaching qualificationFull driving licence Additional Criteria EssentialPlease provide evidence of your commitment to uphold the Trust's values: Compassion, Excellence, Collaboration Person Specification Qualifications EssentialPrimary medical qualification (MBBS, MBChB, or equivalent) FRCS (CTh) or equivalent Full GMC registration with licence to practiseEntry on the GMC Specialist Register for Cardiothoracic Surgery via CCT, CESR, or European Community RightsEligible for specialist registration on commencement of the postDesirableHigher degree (MD, PhD, or equivalent) in a relevant discipline Postgraduate qualification in medical educationExisting substantive NHS consultant status Experience EssentialSignificant post-CCT experience in adult thoracic surgery, or equivalent consultant-level independent practiceDemonstrable volume of lung resections, including VATS anatomical resectionsExperience in managing thoracic oncology patients within an MDT settingExperience in thoracic trauma managementEvidence of excellent clinical outcomes commensurate with a world-class thoracic surgery centreIndependently performs VATS lobectomy and sublobar resectionsCompetent in open thoracic procedures including sleeve resections, chest wall resection, and mediastinal proceduresCapable of managing thoracic surgical emergencies independentlyProficient in diagnostic and therapeutic bronchoscopyDemonstrated ability to lead a multi-professional clinical teamExperience in service development and contributing to departmental strategyUnderstanding of NHS structures, governance, and consultant accountabilityAbility to manage clinical resources effectively, including theatre utilisationExperience in organising and delivering teaching programmes to medical students, junior doctors, and allied health professionalsTraining in educational supervision and appraisalCommitment to training and professional development of the wider surgical team, including SCPsUnderstanding of research methodology and clinical trial designActive involvement in clinical research with evidence of outputRecord of initiating, completing, and presenting clinical audit projectsDemonstrated commitment to clinical governance and patient safetyExperience in morbidity and mortality review processesExcellent communication skills -- able to engage effectively and sensitively with patients, families, and colleaguesDemonstrated ability to work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary teamLeadership skills including the ability to motivate, mentor, and support colleaguesFlexible, adaptable, and resilient under pressureCommitment to the Trust values of compassion, excellence, and collaborationProfessional integrity and accountabilityAbility to participate in a 1:4 on-call rota,Willingness to work flexibly across sites when clinical need requiresEligibility to live and work in the UKOccupational health clearanceEnhanced DBS disclosureDesirableExperience in robotic thoracic surgery (RATS)Subspecialty expertise in lung volume reduction surgery, hyperinflation procedures, chest wall reconstruction, or airway surgeryExperience in lung transplantationTrack record of delivering enhanced recovery programmesRobotic thoracic surgical skills (CMR Versius or equivalent platform)Track record of delivering organisational change or service transformationPostgraduate certificate, diploma, or Master's in medical educationEducational supervisor recognition by the GMC or Postgraduate DeaneryFaculty on national or international surgical coursesHigher research degree (MD, PhD, or MPhil by thesis)Peer-reviewed publications as first or senior author in thoracic surgerySuccessful grant applications or research funding track recordInvited lectures or presentations at national or international meetingsQuality improvement qualification (e.g. IHI, NHS QI training)Published audit or quality improvement outcomesParticipation in national clinical audits (e.g. SCTS, NLCA)Mentor or coaching qualificationFull driving licence Additional Criteria EssentialPlease provide evidence of your commitment to uphold the Trust's values: Compassion, Excellence, CollaborationDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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 SponsorshipApplications 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 CheckThis 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 SponsorshipApplications 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 detailsEmployer nameRoyal Papworth Hospital NHS Foundation TrustAddressRoyal Papworth HospitalPapworth RoadCambridge Bio Medical CampusCambridgeCB2 0AYUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer nameRoyal Papworth Hospital NHS Foundation TrustAddressRoyal Papworth HospitalPapworth RoadCambridge Bio Medical CampusCambridgeCB2 0AYUnited KingdomEmployer's website