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General Surgery Resident Doctor

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University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

14d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry & Junior Level
  • Engineering
    Healthcare
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You must be a core surgery level doctor, flexible with on-call commitments, and ready to crosscover UGI or LGI wards while gaining theatre/clinic experience as needed.
  • You will clerk patients, manage care plans, support patient flow, lead junior staff, and gain theatre and clinic experience during quieter ward times.

Requirements

  • We are looking for a core surgery level doctor to join our exciting general surgical team.
  • This position offers equal training opportunities for all members of the team and so the post holder can expect to have sufficient training during this post.
  • Your on-call rota will depend on demand of the service and your experience:
  • "General Surgery RSO rota" or "General Surgery Resident Doctor rota".
  • This is a suggestive plan and may be subject to change.
  • The timetable will also require a level of flexibility to accommodate the needs of other junior doctors within the General Surgery service.
  • Oncall commitments isnt shown below but will be required.
  • You will be either placed on a UGI or LGI ward and required to crosscover depending on service demand.
  • You will be welcomed into theatre/clinics to gain experience during quieter times on the wards.

Responsibilities

  • The post-holder will work under the direction of the General Surgical Consultants and Specialist Trainees as part of the acute on-call team.
  • Duties include clerking patients, initiating management plans, and supporting patient flow to ASU or the wards when other team members are in theatre.
  • The post holder will also provide support and leadership to more junior staff on the team.
  • This position offers equal training opportunities for all members of the team and so the post holder can expect to have sufficient training during this post.
  • You will be welcomed into theatre/clinics to gain experience during quieter times on the wards.

FAQs

What is the focus of the General Surgery Resident Doctor position?

The position focuses on providing training and experience in General Surgery, with a particular interest in Vascular Surgery.

What are the main responsibilities of the General Surgery Resident Doctor?

The main responsibilities include clerking patients, initiating management plans, supporting patient flow to ASU or the wards, and providing support and leadership to more junior staff.

What kind of training can I expect during this residency?

The position offers equal training opportunities for all team members, allowing the post holder to gain sufficient training and experience in General Surgery.

What is the structure of the on-call rota?

The on-call rota will depend on service demand and the individual’s experience. It can include either the "General Surgery RSO rota" or the "General Surgery Resident Doctor rota."

What is the work schedule for the General Surgery Resident Doctor?

The schedule includes time in Hybrid Theatre and on the UGI/LGI wards, with a commitment to flexibility to accommodate the needs of other junior doctors in the service.

Where will I be based during my residency?

You will be based at the new University College Hospital, which is part of the University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

Who do I report to in this role?

You will work under the direction of General Surgical Consultants and Specialist Trainees as part of the acute on-call team.

Is there a chance for involvement in theatre and clinics?

Yes, you will be welcomed into theatre and clinics to gain experience during quieter times on the wards.

How does UCLH support sustainability?

UCLH is committed to becoming a carbon net zero health service by 2031 for direct emissions and 2040 for indirect emissions, embedding sustainable practices throughout the organization.

Who can I contact for more information about the position?

You can contact Charlotte O'Connell, the GI Medical Staffing Manager, via email at charlotte.oconnell@nhs.net, or Yassar Qureshi, a UGI Consultant, at yassar.qureshi2@nhs.net.

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University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

UCLH provides first-class acute and specialist services in six hospitals in central London.

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University College London Hospitals (UCLH) NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's largest and most renowned healthcare providers. The Trust delivers high-quality patient care across a range of specialties, including cancer, neurology, women’s health, and emergency services. UCLH is committed to clinical excellence, research, and education, aiming to improve health outcomes through innovative treatments and world-class facilities. Their mission is to provide exceptional care and to advance medical knowledge for the benefit of patients and the wider community.