Urology Consultant WSI in Stones & EndourologyNHS

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Urology team at Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust, based at Broomfield Hospital. We are seeking an enthusiastic and skilled Consultant Urological Surgeon to support the continued development of our innovative and expanding service.

We are looking for a consultant with expertise in stone surgery and the ability to deliver a broad range of general urology services, including participation in the consultant on-call rota. An interest in paediatric urology would be advantageous.

This post offers the opportunity to work within a modern integrated urology service across Mid and South Essex. Cross-site working provides access to specialist procedures, including PCNL surgery at Broomfield Hospital. All sites are equipped with Holmium laser technology, with Broomfield serving as the Trust's centre for complex stone management, supported by a weekly Complex Stone MDT and emergency lithotripsy service.

You will join a forward-thinking department with redesigned patient pathways, strong multidisciplinary working, advanced endourology services and access to Da Vinci robotic systems across the Trust.

This opportunity would suit a consultant holding CCT or CESR, or a suitably experienced locum with a clear pathway to Specialist Registration.

Main duties of the job

Lead and coordinate the delivery of a high-quality specialist stone service while contributing to the wider provision of comprehensive urology services across the Trust.

Assess, diagnose and manage patients with urological conditions, ensuring safe, effective and patient-centred care throughout the treatment pathway.

Participate in the on-call rota, providing emergency urology cover and undertaking urgent and emergency procedures as required.

Deliver outpatient, inpatient and operative care, maintaining high clinical standards and ensuring optimal patient outcomes.

Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to support effective clinical decision-making, service delivery and continuity of care.

Participate actively in clinical audit, governance, quality improvement and service development initiatives to enhance patient care and departmental performance.

Provide supervision, teaching and training to junior medical staff and other healthcare professionals, supporting education and workforce development.

Work in partnership with the Clinical Director and General Manager to support the development, implementation and monitoring of business plans and strategic objectives for the Urology Service.

Job description

For more information on this varied and rewarding role, please see the attached Job Description.We look forward to your application!Please be aware that we reserve the right to close the vacancy early should a high number of applications be received.

About us

Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.

We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust.