Trust Doctor ST1 / ST2

We are seeking to appoint a Trust Doctor ST1/ST2 to join our friendly department, based in an associate teaching hospital which is dedicated to teaching and training. This post is also suitable for GP trainees who would like more exposure to surgical conditionsThe successful candidate will be working alongside the surgical team, assessing all general surgery admissions with one of the General Surgical firms (Colorectal, Upper GI or General Surgery) responsible for both inpatient elective and emergency work. The role will involve exposure to SAU (surgical assessment unit), elective & emergency theatre, elective clinics and on-calls (day, weekend and nights)., We are seeking to appoint a Trust Doctor ST1/ST2 to join our friendly department, based in an associate teaching hospital which is dedicated to teaching and training. This post is also suitable for GP trainees who would like more exposure to surgical conditionsThe successful candidate will be working alongside the surgical team, assessing all general surgery admissions with one of the General Surgical firms (Colorectal, Upper GI or General Surgery) responsible for both inpatient elective and emergency work. The role will involve exposure to SAU (surgical assessment unit), elective & emergency theatre, elective clinics and on-calls (day, weekend and nights). Job description

Barts Health NHS TrustTrust Doctor (eqv to ST1/2) in General SurgeryWhipps Cross HospitalApplicants are invited to join the General Surgery Department at Whipps Cross University Hospital, part of Barts Health NHS Trust. The start date is 1st April 2026. Initially for six months but further extensions can be considered. Prior NHS experience is essential., Essential

• MBBS
• Completed the requirements for the MRCS
Desirable
• Part 1 MRCS
Experience Essential
• Previous involvement in governance & audit projects and teaching
Desirable
• Track record of involvement in research
• Publications
Skills Essential
• Ability to work well in a multidisciplinary envi
• Strong sense of responsibility
• Up-to-date resuscitation Skills
Desirable
• Demonstrable interest in general surgery
• CCrISP, ATLS
Knowledge Essential
• Broad knowledge in pre- and post-operative patient care
Other Essential
• Ability to work well in a multidisciplinary environment;
• Strong sense of responsibility
Person Specification Qualifications Essential
• MBBS
• Completed the requirements for the MRCS
Desirable
• Part 1 MRCS
Experience Essential
• Previous involvement in governance & audit projects and teaching
Desirable
• Track record of involvement in research
• Publications
Skills Essential
• Ability to work well in a multidisciplinary envi
• Strong sense of responsibility
• Up-to-date resuscitation Skills
Desirable
• Demonstrable interest in general surgery
• CCrISP, ATLS
Knowledge Essential
• Broad knowledge in pre- and post-operative patient care, Ability to work well in a multidisciplinary environment;
• Strong sense of responsibility
  
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