Job summary This is an ideal opportunity for a candidate who wishes to develop their advanced Upper GI understanding and laparoscopic skill prior to taking a consultant position, particularly in relation to advanced hiatal surgery (Fundoplication/LINX/Heller's Myotomy/Giant Para-oesophageal hernia repair) and laparoscopic common bile duct exploration. The post will allow the development of skills and decision making in emergency Upper GI surgery at consultant level. Additionally there is research/publication opportunity and the post provides a computer and office to support this. Main duties of the job This post is flexible in training supervision, although primarily aimed at a post CCT level candidates who are looking to consolidate and advance their upper GI surgical skills before taking up a consultant job. For an exceptional candidate at a pre-CCT level, the post can be tailored to suit their learning requirements. There is an industry sponsored bursary associated with the job to support research and educational activity. About us The UGI department consists of 7 Consultant UGI surgeons and 3 Laparoscopic Nurse Specialists, as well as rotating Junior doctors and administrative/managerial support staff. We have a national reputation for the level of training and hands-on opportunities we provide in advanced UGI surgery. We have an established acute cholecystectomy service with a nationally leading laparoscopic bile duct exploration and laparoscopic ultrasound service as treatment for emergency and elective presentation of choledocholithiasis. We also have an established elective and emergency hiatal surgery practice. The Department delivers a Magnetic Sphincter Augmentation (LINX) service and trains in the procedure. The Department has an advanced pH/Manometry service, offering high resolution manometry and BRAVO, with the opportunity in post for the successful candidate to gain tutelage in the interpretation of pH/manometry testing. We run a monthly benign Upper GI MDT for management of complex benign hepatobiliary and hiatal cases, with which the post holder will be expected to demonstrate engagement and utilization of this learning opportunity. We also contribute to the General Surgery on call rota, providing a parallel Upper GI service dealing with a wide range of emergency Upper GI surgical problems. Details Date posted 21 May 2025 Pay scheme Hospital medical and dental staff Grade Doctor - other Salary £70,425 a year pro rata Contract Fixed term Duration 12 months Working pattern Full-time Reference number 388-7191982-M&D Job locations Torbay Hospital Lawes Bridge Torquay TQ2 7AA Job description Job responsibilities There is extensive experience of laparoscopic and open abdominal wall hernia repair within the department, with a dedicated abdominal wall reconstruction service. This post offers the opportunity to develop the candidates understanding, surgical experience and skills in pre-, intra- and post-operative management of these patients. We run Royal College of Surgeons accredited Advanced Laparoscopic Upper GI Surgical Courses in Bile Duct Exploration, Laparoscopic Biliary Ultrasound and Advanced Hiatal surgery. The post holder will be provided the opportunity to attend and actively contribute to these courses. The Upper GI Surgical Department is continuously looking to expand its consultant workforce to keep up with the increasing demand on services. Job description Job responsibilities There is extensive experience of laparoscopic and open abdominal wall hernia repair within the department, with a dedicated abdominal wall reconstruction service. This post offers the opportunity to develop the candidates understanding, surgical experience and skills in pre-, intra- and post-operative management of these patients. We run Royal College of Surgeons accredited Advanced Laparoscopic Upper GI Surgical Courses in Bile Duct Exploration, Laparoscopic Biliary Ultrasound and Advanced Hiatal surgery. The post holder will be provided the opportunity to attend and actively contribute to these courses. The Upper GI Surgical Department is continuously looking to expand its consultant workforce to keep up with the increasing demand on services. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Full GMC with licence to practice MRCS or equivalent Experience in Laparoscopic Hiatal Surgery Operative and laparoscopic skills at Senior Registrar/CCT level Experience in Elective and Emergency Biliary Pathology and Surgery Experience of audit and management Desirable Postgraduate Thesis Entry on Specialist Register via CCT (within 6 months of interview) Clinical training and experience equivalent to that required for gaining UK CCST in General Surgery Experience in running educational courses for basic and higher surgical trainees. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Full GMC with licence to practice MRCS or equivalent Experience in Laparoscopic Hiatal Surgery Operative and laparoscopic skills at Senior Registrar/CCT level Experience in Elective and Emergency Biliary Pathology and Surgery Experience of audit and management Desirable Postgraduate Thesis Entry on Specialist Register via CCT (within 6 months of interview) Clinical training and experience equivalent to that required for gaining UK CCST in General Surgery Experience in running educational courses for basic and higher surgical trainees. Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust Address Torbay Hospital Lawes Bridge Torquay TQ2 7AA Employer's website https://www.torbayandsouthdevon.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab) Employer details Employer name Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust Address Torbay Hospital Lawes Bridge Torquay TQ2 7AA Employer's website https://www.torbayandsouthdevon.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab). Location : Torbay Hospital, Lawes Bridge, TQ2 7AA Torquay, United Kingdom