The closing date is 9th Aug 2026
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Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Specialty Doctor in Upper Gastrointestinal and Bariatric Surgery to join Somerset NHS Foundation Trust. The successful candidate will become part of a highly regarded multidisciplinary team, delivering specialist Upper GI and bariatric services within a busy tertiary referral centre while contributing to emergency general surgery, teaching, audit and research activities.
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Main duties, tasks & skills required
- Work as a member of the multidisciplinary Upper GI & Bariatric team to provide specialist Upper GI & Bariatric services for outpatients and on the wards. To work flexibly with the 5 Consultants to ensure cover for wards, outpatient clinics and operating lists.
- Play a full part in the provision of surgical services, potentially including scheduled out of hours work and resident/non-resident on-call duties on a rota basis with colleagues.
- Be involved in the development and planning of surgical services within the Trust.
- Undertake the administrative duties associated with the care of patients.
- Participate in audit examining activity, quality and cost of the surgical service. Participate regularly in medical management and audit meetings.
- Take part in the appraisal processes of the Hospital and its clinical governance activities
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About us
At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:
Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential
Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.
We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.
Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.
The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.
Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.
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Job description
For further details regarding this job role and person specification please refer to the attached job description.
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Person specification
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Qualifications
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Essential
MBBS or recognized equivalent
MRCS
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Desirable
FRCS
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Experience
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Essential
Full GMC Registration with licence to practice
A minimum of 2 years full time hospital service in SHO or higher grade on a surgical training program
Able to carry out the duties described in the job.
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Desirable
Experience at registrar level in general surgery.
Teaching of junior medical staff and/or nursing staff.
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Additional Criteria
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Essential
Evidence of participation in audit
Presentation skills
Desire to carry out further research
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Desirable
Academic training
Research publications/presentations
Awards/prizes
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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.
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UK Professional Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.
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For help with your application, contact:
Matthew Mason
[email protected]
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Pay scheme
Hospital Medical and Dental
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Band
Specialty Doctor
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Salary
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£63696.00 to £102689.00 Yearly
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Contract
Fixed Term
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Duration
12 Month(s)
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Working pattern
Full-Time
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Reference number
184-OL-MED-SURG-5510
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Job locations
Musgrove Park Hospital
Musgrove Road
Taunton
Somerset
TA1 5DA
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