Consultant Thoracic Surgeon

Consultant Thoracic Surgeon Overview

This position is for a Substantive Consultant Surgeon at Royal Papworth Hospital, where the successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate proficiency in adult general thoracic surgery as practiced in the UK. The role involves working closely with the existing team of NHS Consultant Surgeons and is structured around fixed operating sessions with flexible coverage for additional thoracic surgery sessions.

Main Responsibilities

• Manage the care of patients under the thoracic surgical service, providing comprehensive assessment, treatment, and follow-up.
• Collaborate with fellow consultants to ensure a cohesive thoracic service and contribute to the efficient operation of Thoracic Services.
• Maximize the use of thoracic surgery operating sessions by developing coverage for both internal and external multidisciplinary teams (MDTs).
• Engage in the training of junior doctors in accordance with the standards set by the relevant medical college and hospital.
• Demonstrate a commitment to ongoing professional development and assist in enhancing the academic activities of the thoracic surgery group.
• Support research initiatives related to thoracic surgery and participate in audit activities.
• Provide on-call coverage for thoracic trauma at Addenbrooke’s Hospital and manage emergency cases from the Eastern Region.
• Participate in a 1 in 4 on-call consultant rota for thoracic surgery, collaborating effectively with cardiac surgery and cardiothoracic transplant teams.

Qualifications and Experience

• Primary medical qualification (MBBS, MBChB, or equivalent) and FRCS (CTh) or equivalent.
• Full GMC registration with a license to practice and entry on the GMC Specialist Register for Cardiothoracic Surgery.
• Significant post-CCT experience in adult thoracic surgery or equivalent consultant-level practice.
• Demonstrated experience with a substantial volume of lung resections, including VATS anatomical resections.
• Experience in managing thoracic oncology patients within a multidisciplinary team and handling thoracic trauma.
• Proficient in VATS lobectomy, sublobar resections, and open thoracic procedures.
• Ability to manage thoracic surgical emergencies independently and proficient in bronchoscopy.
• Demonstrated leadership skills and experience in service development.
• Excellent communication skills and a commitment to clinical governance and patient safety.

Benefits

• Competitive salary between £113,565 and £150,569 per year.
• Permanent full-time contract.
• Opportunity to work in a prestigious heart and lung hospital.
• Support for professional development and continuing education.

Degree Requirement: Not Specified

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