A post is available from August 2026 for six months initially with the possibility of an extension of a further 6 months.
This is a great opportunity to gain experience in thoracic surgery. It is suitable for all levels but would particularly suit a more experienced trainee who wants to gain experience in VATS, RATS and higher co-morbidity cases. Previous incumbents have gone to national training schemes or to consultant posts in the UK and abroad. Consultants at this hospital are authors of recently published textbooks of thoracic surgery and are research and audit active. The successful candidate will be expected to be fully involved in these activities.
- To participate fully in all aspects of the training and assessment programme, this will follow the requirements of PMETB curricula.
- To maintain the necessary records of training/logbook, and to participate in the formal annual assessment, and any other assessment arranged with the consultants
- To attend all relevant clinical and educational meetings
- To take part in the out of hours rota, and ensure that there is always adequate cover
- To undertake such other duties e.g., preparation of rotas, audit information or other administrative or organisational duties as required by the consultants.
- To participate in the training and education of medical students, junior medical staff, and non-medical staff.
- To provide a professional role model for more junior medical staff, and provide guidance and support, particularly during the out of hours period.
- To ensure that all records are accurately maintained, and appropriate deadlines met.
- To contribute to the smooth running of the department and support developments in practice within the directorate.
- To contribute to the audit programme of the department as directed.
- To observe the terms and conditions identified included with the training programme.
- To observe the Trusts policies and procedures, and clinical protocols
Royal Papworth Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is the UK's leading heart and lung hospital, delivering care to more than 50,000 patients a year in its new state-of-the-art hospital in Cambridge. We perform the most heart and/or lung transplants in the UK and carried out the UK's first successful heart transplant in 1979. It also offers emergency heart attack treatment, sleep centre care and is one of just five centres nationally for those in severe respiratory failure.
Based on the Cambridge Biomedical Campus the largest centre of medical research and health science in Europe the Trust is at the heart of treatments of the future. Royal Papworth became the first hospital trust in the country to be rated outstanding in all five areas assessed by the Care Quality Commission - a rating it still holds today. The Trust holds its values of compassion, excellence & collaboration at its core, and all colleagues joining the team are expected to uphold these in their day-to-day roles & interactions. Royal Papworth is proud of its diverse workforce and encourages people to embrace their individuality.
The Trust values difference and welcomes all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy & maternity, race, religion & belief, sex and sexual orientation. Providing they meet the minimum post criteria, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview.
For a street view tour: https://royalpapworth.nhs.uk/virtual-tour
On this page you will find a Role Profile which provides information about the hospital and full details about the role. We recommend that you review this and refer to it as you complete your application. Please include how you will meet the Trust Values Compassion, Excellence and Collaboration. If you would like more information about the role or working at Royal Papworth Hospital, please get in touch with the contact for this role.
MBBS, and FRCS/MRCS or equivalents.
Eligible for GMC registration on application.
Evidence of achievement of at least ST2 competencies, including, Delivery of good clinical/ acute care, maintaining good medical practice, good relationships and communications with patients, relatives, colleagues, seniors.
6-12 months minimum experience in cardiothoracic surgery. Good teaching and training. Professional behaviour and probity
Capacity to apply sound clinical knowledge & judgement & prioritise clinical need.
Demonstrates appropriate technical competence and evidence of development of excellent diagnostic skills & judgement. Validated logbook- documentation of surgical exposure to date.
Judgement under pressure: -Capacity to operate effectively under pressure & remain objective. Aware of own limitations & when to seek help.
Communications skills: Capacity to communicate effectively & sensitively, able to discuss treatment options in a way which patients can understand. Problem solving:
Capacity to think beyond the obvious, with analytical & flexible mind. Capacity to bring a range of approaches to problem solving
Situation awareness: Capacity to monitor and anticipate situations that may change rapidly.
Decision making: Demonstrates effective judgement and decision-making skills.
Leadership and team working: Capacity to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary team and demonstrate leadership when appropriate. Capacity to establish good working relationships with others
Organisation and planning: Capacity to manage time and prioritise workload, balance urgent and importance demands & follow instructions. Understands the importance & impact of information systems.
Shows realistic insight into specialty and the demands of surgery. Demonstrates knowledge of training programme and commitment to own development. Show critical and enquiring approach to knowledge acquisition, commitment to self-directed learning and reflective/ analytical approach to practice.
Demonstrates understanding of the basic principles of audit, clinical risk management & evidence-based practice. Understanding of basic research principles, methodology and ethics, with potential to contribute to research
Takes responsibility for own actions, demonstrates respect for the rights of all. Demonstrates awareness of ethical principles, safety, confidentiality & consent. Awareness of the importance of being the patients advocate, clinical governance and responsibilities of an NHS employee
Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English that are adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues, by undertaking undergraduate training in English, IELTS scores accepted by College Other evidence may be considered.
Meets professional health requirements
Provides complete details of employment history.
All information completed correctly
Eligible to work in the UK
Is up to date and fit to practice safely
Shows aptitude for practical skills, e.g., hand-eye co-ordination, dexterity, visual-spatial awareness
Attendance at relevant courses, e.g., ATLS, basic surgical skills
Extracurricular activities. Achievements relevant to cardiothoracic surgery
Evidence of relevant academic & research achievements. Evidence of active participation in audit. Evidence of participation in risk management and/or clinical/laboratory research
Please provide evidence of your commitment to uphold the Trust's values: Compassion, Excellence, Collaboration
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants.
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.
