General Surgery, FY 2

An opportunity is available for a Foundation Year 2 doctor to join a busy general surgery service. This post offers broad experience in the assessment and management of surgical patients across emergency, inpatient and outpatient settings, with opportunities to develop practical skills and clinical decision-making under appropriate supervision.

Responsibilities will include admitting and reviewing patients, taking comprehensive histories, performing examinations, requesting and interpreting investigations, and contributing to diagnosis and treatment planning. You will participate in daily ward rounds, prepare patients for theatre and procedures, provide post-operative care, and liaise effectively with senior clinicians and the wider multidisciplinary team. The role will also involve completing discharge summaries, communicating with patients and relatives, and ensuring that clinical documentation is accurate and up to date.

You will contribute to the out-of-hours and on-call rota, responding to urgent clinical problems and escalating concerns promptly to senior medical staff. Duties may include managing deteriorating patients, assessing new surgical admissions, supporting the emergency referral pathway and assisting with the initial management of post-operative complications. You will be expected to work within your level of competence, seek advice when required and maintain patient safety at all times.

Applicants should hold a primary medical qualification and have full registration with the General Medical Council, including a licence to practise. Previous experience in surgery or an acute hospital environment is desirable, together with an understanding of common surgical conditions and peri-operative care. You should demonstrate sound clinical judgement, effective communication skills, reliability and a positive approach to teamwork.

The successful candidate will take part in teaching, clinical audit, quality improvement and continuing professional development. Support will be provided through structured supervision, regular feedback and access to relevant educational opportunities. Applicants must be able to manage competing priorities, remain calm in demanding situations and demonstrate a commitment to equality, dignity and high-quality patient-centred care.