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NHS LOTHIAN
Advanced Surgical Training (AST) Fellow (Upper GI Surgery)
ROYAL INFIRMARY OF EDINBURGH
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.
***PLEASE NOTE: We cannot accept late applications so please ensure your application is submitted early***
Applicants must possess the FRCS or equivalent and have undertaken full training in General Surgery. This post is suitable for a final year 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 start date is 1 February 2021 and the duration of this post is 12 months.
The Postgraduate Dean confirms that this placement has the required educational and postgraduate dean’s approval.
Further information can be obtained from Mr Peter Lamb, Consultant General and Upper GI Surgeon (0131 242 3667) peter.lamb@nhslothian.scot.nhs.uk
This training programme is open to those who may, either from the outset or subsequently wish to train flexibly.
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 Please quote reference number TG 1420
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: 05 April 2020