Consultant in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

Position

Consultant – Breast Reconstruction and General Plastic Surgery – The Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital (NNUH). Full‑time, 10PAs, starting January2027.

Responsibilities

• Provide breast reconstruction specialist and general plastic surgery support for NNUH.
• Participate in the general plastic surgery on‑call rota (hot week and non‑hot week coverage).
• Support hand trauma and other acute plastic surgical cases as required.
• Manage post‑operative patients on site during on‑call periods.
• Lead and contribute to the Trust’s Clinical Governance programme, including clinical audit, quality improvement, development of clinical guidelines/pathways, appraisal, and risk management.
• Serve as a member of the Consultant Staff Committee and contribute to governance and strategic planning.
• Engage in service development, teaching, and research activities as appropriate.
• Comply with the Trust’s Equality, Diversity and Inclusion commitments.

Qualifications and Experience

• Full GMC registration and entry on the GMC Specialist Register.
• Completion of the specialty training programme in plastic surgery with recommended CCT (or equivalent CESR/Portfolio) within 6months of interview.
• Evidence of fellowship or sub‑specialty training in breast reconstruction surgery.
• Experience in complex microvascular reconstruction.
• Demonstrated service improvement leadership and management skills.
• Experience in children’s safeguarding policies and procedures.
• Published research or evidence of ongoing research in a relevant area of interest.
• Commitment to developing a special interest within breast reconstruction or related fields.
• Strong communication and presentation skills; ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to travel across multiple sites; residence within 15‑mile radius of the base Trust or 30‑min travel time.
• Understanding and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion.

Additional Criteria

Applicants must be willing to work flexible hours, commute as required, and engage in the Trust’s clinical governance activities.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

We welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. Persons with disabilities will be offered an interview provided they meet the minimum criteria for the post.

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