Consultant in Oncoplastic Breast Surgery
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| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2212 Specialist medical practitioners Most likely code | £25,000 Clears | £25,000 Clears | £25,000 Clears | £25,000 Clears |
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About the role
We are recruiting a 7.5 PA Consultant in Oncoplastic Breast Surgery at the Royal Berkshire Hospital. This post is part time.
The successful candidate will become part of the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust Department of Breast Surgery.
The department has a strong reputation for the treatment of breast cancer. The Royal Berkshire Hospital is a cancer centre with radiotherapy treatment through the Berkshire Cancer Centre and a satellite unit in Bracknell.
Specialist interest in Oncoplastic Breast Surgery is essential. A desire and enthusiasm to help to develop theOncoplastic service and the breast servicewithin the department is important, as is the need to work well as a team member within a friendly and supportive group of colleagues
The simulation date will be 10/11/26 and the interview date will be 01/12/2026
Job description
This is a parttime post with a minimum of 7.5 Programmed activities. The balance between Direct Clinical Care and Supporting Professional Activities will be agreed with the post holder in the final job plan.
The Breast Surgical Department at the Royal Berkshire Hospital has three Consultants, one Associate Specialist, One Specialty Doctor, one registrar, four Advanced / Nurse Practitioners, one Physician Associate, one FY2, and two FY1s. We provide a comprehensive service for both benign and malignant conditions, as well as family history screening and a screening service for other Consulpatients at high risk of developing breast cancer.
The Surgical Breast Unit is completely integrated with the symptomatic Breast Radiology Service at the Royal Berkshire Hospital and with the Breast Screening Service based opposite the main hospital building in Craven Road.
The post holder will share clinical and managerial leadership within the Breast service with the present consultants. An office base with secretarial and administrative support will be provided by the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust.
To provide, with colleagues, Oncoplastic Breast services in both in-patient and out-patient settings.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GMC registration
- FRCS
- On the Specialist Register or within 6 months of obtaining a CCT in Breast Surgery at the time of interview
- Specialist interest in Breast Surgery
Desirable
- Fellowship training in Oncoplastic Breast surgery
- Higher degree
- MS in Oncoplastic Breast Surgery
Clinical Experience
Essential
- 24 months Oncoplastic training
- Broad general training in a wide range of breast surgery for benign and malignant conditions.
- Clear understanding of clinical governance and GMC Good Medical Practice
- Able to undertake a broad range of Oncoplastic and implant reconstruction procedures independently
Desirable
- Experience in latissimus dorsi flap reconstruction
- Experience in chest wall perforator flap partial reconstruction
Knowledge
Essential
- Awareness of NICE guidelines and ABS guidelines for Breast.
- An understanding of the Francis Report as relevant to the post
Desirable
- Experience of training in caring, compassion and patient experience
Teaching
Essential
- Commitment to training
- Evidence and willingness to provide teaching and supervision to trainees and others
Desirable
- Educational qualification
Academic
Essential
- Understanding of principles of research.
- Evidence of personal involvement in regular audit
- GCP training
Desirable
- Research Experience
- Publications in Breast Surgery
- Publications in related surgical topics
Personal Skills
Essential
- Ability to lead
- Good communication skills
- Good interpersonal skills
- Thoroughness
- Initiative, enthusiasm and drive
- Works well in team environment
About the employer
Diversity makes us interesting... Inclusion is what will make us outstanding.
Inequality exists and the journey to eliminate it is not easy. Every step we take will be a purposeful step forward to deliver a truly inclusive culture where all our people are enabled to deliver outstanding care, where background is no barrier, and where everyone can be their authentic self and we truly represent our patient community.
We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants where possible. All applicants who have a disability and meet the minimum criteria for the post can opt for a guaranteed interview.
If you need additional help with your application please get in touch by calling the recruitment team on 0118 322 6997 or 0118 322 5342.
Our primary method of communication will be via email. However, if you would prefer to be contacted through a different method, please inform the recruitment team.
This description is the source posting as it read when we added it. We are not affiliated with Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust, so check their own site for the current details.
This role appears to be based at this CQC-rated location:
- Royal Berkshire Hospital
Reading
GoodRated Mar 2024
Matched from the job description. Source: Care Quality Commission.
Where this offer sits in the market
Specialist medical practitioners (SOC 2212) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~191k in sample- Middle half £62,556–115,960
- Median £82,888
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