Consultant - Colorectal Surgery

There is an opportunity to join a great team in beautiful Cornwall. The RCHT Colorectal unit has been fully laparoscopic for close to a decade, early adopters of LOREC ELAPE, TaTME, with integrated laparoscopic theatres. We are a dynamic team, good interpersonal aspects to working here, early adopters and evidence based.

The colorectal group of eight carry sub-specialist interests. Two deliver pouch services, two perform ELAPE, three deliver TEO procedures, two have pelvic floor training and all contribute to IBD and cancer. The specialty manages 450 new cancers a year with nearly over 300 major resections. The successful candidate should bring complementary skills to the department to develop sustainable provision across the areas.

The Trust owns three sites with Gastrointestinal Surgery and Endoscopy taking place in Truro (Treliske) and Penzance (West Cornwall Hospital). The Trust has a full vascular service as well as 24 / 7 Interventional Radiology; Medical Gastroenterology provide on call Endoscopy service with weekend Inpatient Endoscopy lists.

Please contact Nick Battersby prior to applying.

We are a busy acute hospital and the surgical service that runs a commitment free on call with a second Consultant delivering acute operating in the mornings. We are exploring options for further expansion to support modernising the emergency service.

As well as adult services the hospital delivers general paediatric surgery and candidates with general paediatric training would be especially welcome.

This post will have a 10/12 PA job plan

Sustainability is integral to the Trust achieving the NHS Net Zero target. All staff are therefore actively encouraged and supported to implement new ways of working within their field of expertise

It is desirable that applicants are on the GMC Specialist Register. Applications are welcomed from those unable to work full time for personal reasons or those wishing to job-share.

Do you have a partner and family who would relocate with you? If so, then please contact us as we have a variety of employment opportunities within the hospital and would be happy to discuss this with you.

Informal enquiries regarding this post should be addressed to

Mr Paul Lidder, Colorectal, Divisional Lead, atpaul.lidder@nhs.net or call on 01872 252736

Mr James Clark, UGI, Specialty and Emergency Lead, atjames.clark10@nhs.net or call on 01872 252373

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The Royal Cornwall Hospital is an Equal Opportunities Employer

Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust is the biggest provider of healthcare services in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. Our three main sites are Royal Cornwall Hospital Truro, St Michael’s Hospital Hayle and West Cornwall Hospital Penzance, our staff and services are available across the region.

The Trust employs 5,000+ staff, has a budget of £380 million and 750 beds. We work with health and social care organisations -including NHS Kernow and NHS England- to ensure local healthcare needs are met. We provide acute medical, surgical and specialist services to around 500,000- which can increase significantly during busy holiday periods.

The Trust has teaching hospitals status as part of the University of Exeter Medical School. Keeping at the forefront of medical advances, we continually develop clinical services and are committed to maximising the range of specialist care offered locally.

We can offer you a rewarding career in a supportive working environment. We have extensive educational links to help you realise your full potential and develop skills to provide outstanding healthcare to the local community.

Enjoy an outstanding quality of life in a place that offers surfing beaches and fishing harbours to beautiful countryside and historic towns. With clean air, plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities and excellent schools, colleges and universities (including adult education) it is the ideal place for families and for you to develop your own career.

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