Locum Consultant Urological Surgeon

We're seeking two enthusiastic Consultant Urological Surgeons to join our dynamic & progressive urology team. The full-time positions are focused on delivering comprehensive urological care. Successful candidates will manage a wide range of conditions, including benign & malignant cases.

Why Join Us?

You'll have opportunities to develop & focus on a specialist interest area, allowing growth professionally & to make a significant impact in your field

You'll work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, contributing to high standards of care. The role includes participation in the emergency rota, ensuring a well-rounded & engaging work experience

We're looking for motivated individuals who prioritise high standards of patient care & are eager to invest in their personal & professional development. The successful candidates will be part of a team that supports & encourages learning & growth

Successful candidates will benefit from working in our state-of-the-art Urology Centre, which opened in 2023. Our facility offers a spacious, modern environment with excellent ergonomics, ensuring optimal experience for both patients & staff

What We Offer:

A supportive work environment with access to cutting-edge technology & resources

Opportunities for professional development & specialisation within a leading NHS hospital

Be part of a department actively evolving to shape the future of urological care within the regionJD/PS Pending Royal College Approval

Main duties of the job

These appointments will help maintain achievement of targets for outpatient and inpatient waiting times for routine and cancer work and to further enable us to comply with N-CEPOD recommendations for consultant-based emergency operating sessions during daytime.

The post holders are required to play a part in meeting agreed waiting list targets, including, where necessary, treating patients from other consultants' waiting lists.

The appointees will take part in the urology emergency rota. This is currently 1:7 frequency.

The appointees will take part in the administrative work relevant to their clinical commitment, and contribute as appropriate to the work of the Directorate. The appointee will take an active part in Audit and Clinical Governance.

The appointees will be required to cover for colleagues during periods of absence, have a continuing responsibility for the patients in their care and for the proper function of the Department. Participation in Clinical research will be expected and encouraged.

The Trust supports the requirements for continuing professional development (CPD) as laid down by the GMC and surgical colleges and is committed to providing time and financial support for these activities.

Participation in trust mandatory training, job planning, and annual appraisal is a requirement. The Medical Director is the appointed Responsible Officer for revalidation. There is a trust-appointed revalidation lead to support doctors through the process., Kettering General Hospital is a defence positive trust, supporting veterans, reservists, spouses & their families, and cadet armed forces volunteers, utilising their unique skills and experiences within the hospital workforce. We provide exceptional support to our employees who serve as reservists, ensuring they can balance their civilian and military responsibilities effectively.

Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest employers in the area and we are on an exciting journey. Our mission is to provide safe, compassionate, and clinically excellent patient care, by being an outstanding employer for our people. We have entered into a Group Model with neighbouring Northampton General Hospital and have become University Hospitals of Northamptonshire. Our Excellence Values: Compassion Respect Integrity Courageous Accountable