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ADVANCED SPECIALTY TRAINEE (AST) IN UPPER GI SURGERY
ROYAL INFIRMARY OF EDINBURGH
Reference: 193570
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 (48 hours per week) post based in Royal Infirmary from 1 February 2025.
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.
More detailed departmental and specialty information can be found in the job description available via email address / link below.
For an informal discussion please contact:
Mr Peter Lamb, Consultant Surgeon, RIE
0131 2423667 peter.lamb@nhslothian.scot.nhs.uk
For a job pack detailing the minimum requirements for this post and details of how to apply, please visit https://apply.jobs.scot.nhs.uk
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.
Please note that details of all current medical vacancies for NHS Lothian can be found at www.medicaljobs.scot.nhs.uk
Closing Date: 31/08/2024
***PLEASE NOTE: We cannot accept late applications so please ensure your application is submitted early***