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NHS LOTHIAN
LOCUM APPOINTMENT FOR SERVICE
ADVANCED SPECIALTY TRAINEE (AST) IN UPPER GI SURGERY
ROYAL INFIRMARY OF EDINBURGH
Reference: TG 1827
NHS Lothian is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best.
To this end, NHS Lothian welcomes applications from all sections of society.
Applications are welcome for the above 12-month, full time (40 hours per week) post based in Royal Infirmary from February 2024.
Applicants must possess the FRCS or equivalent and have undertaken full training in General Surgery. This post is suitable for a final year or post CCT (or equivalent) surgical trainee who wishes to gain experience in the advanced complex surgical management of benign and malignant oesophago-gastric disorders. Candidates should therefore have had significant previous training in upper GI surgery and applications MUST accompanied by a supporting reference from a referee/clinical supervisor/programme director who can confirm the individual’s suitability for advanced training in this speciality.
The post does not have educational approval from the Postgraduate Dean and will not be recognised for training.
For an informal discussion or further information please contact:
Mr Peter Lamb, Consultant Surgeon, RIE
0131 242 3667 peter.lamb@nhslothian.scot.nhs.uk
If viewing from an external site, please visit https://apply.jobs.scot.nhs.uk for a job pack detailing the minimum requirements for this post and details of how to apply.
We cannot accept CV’s as a form of application and only a completed online application form will be accepted. Personal information will not be sent with the application for short listing. The application form will be identified by the candidate number only to ensure that all applicants are treated equally.
Closing Date: 02/07/2023
***PLEASE NOTE: We cannot accept late applications so please ensure your application is submitted early***