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Main area
Urology
Grade
NHS Medical & Dental: Specialty Trainee (ST6-8)
Contract
Fixed term: 12 months (to start May 2026)
Hours
Full time - 40 hours per week (on call to be discussed)
Job ref
216-G3-URO7692114
Employer
University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
University Hospital Plymouth
Town
Plymouth
Salary
£73,992 per annum
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
23/01/2026 23:59

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Pelvic Urology Oncology Robotic Fellow (StR Higher)

NHS Medical & Dental: Specialty Trainee (ST6-8)

Job overview

The Urology Department, led by Mr. Paul Hunter-Campbell, includes 14 consultants—the largest team in the Peninsula region. Supported by nine middle-grade doctors providing 24-hour on-call cover, as well as trainees, foundation doctors, surgical care practitioners, and specialist nurses, our team is committed to delivering exceptional, high-quality care.

Our state-of-the-art Chestnut Unit outpatient department offers one-stop clinics, supported by a multidisciplinary team. Robotic surgeries are performed using the Da Vinci X system in the Freedom Operating Theatres, equipped with two robotic consoles to facilitate hands-on training, with surgical care practitioners providing bedside assistance.

We provide comprehensive urological services, including:

  • Complex kidney stone surgery with the only fixed-site lithotripter in the Peninsula.
  • Functional and neuro-urology.
  • Andrological care for the entire Peninsula.
  • Bladder outflow obstruction treatments including HoLEP.
  • Paediatric urology, including laparoscopic procedures.
  • Kidney transplantation.
  • Uro-oncology services for prostate, bladder, renal, and penile cancers.
  • Tertiary referrals for radical prostatectomy, cystectomy, partial nephrectomy, and adrenalectomy from The Royal Cornwall Hospital.

We collaborate closely with interventional radiology (available 24/7), general radiology, clinical oncology, general surgery, ITU, and anaesthetics.

 

 

Main duties of the job

Ideal candidates will have completed their urology training and are seeking to specialise further in Robotic Pelvic Onco-Urology. The fellowship provides in-depth experience in robotic pelvic oncology surgery, particularly radical prostatectomy and cystectomy, with the goal of enabling independent robotic surgery practice by the end of the fellowship.

Experience within the UK healthcare system or an equivalent setting is desirable. Overseas applicants must be eligible for General Medical Council registration and have achieved an overall IELTS score of at least 7.5. Please refer to the GMC website for registration requirements.

As a Pelvic Urology Oncology Robotic Fellow, your responsibilities will include:

  • Comprehensive robotic training focused on pelvic malignancies.
  • Managing urological oncology patients, primarily with pelvic cancers.
  • Developing expertise in robotic-assisted procedures such as prostatectomy, cystectomy, and pelvic exenteration.
  • Collaborating closely with multidisciplinary teams, including medical/radiation oncologists, radiologists, pathologists, and specialist nurses.
  • Contributing to clinical research and audit projects, with opportunities to present findings at national and international conferences.
  • Participating in teaching and training for resident doctors and surgical trainees.
  • Providing general urological care as an active member of the urology department.

 

 

Working for our organisation

We are a people business – where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY. If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment manager for this post who will put you in touch with the recruitment team. We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

As a Pelvic Urology Oncology Robotic Fellow, your responsibilities will include:

  • Comprehensive robotic training focused on pelvic malignancies.
  • Managing urological oncology patients, primarily with pelvic cancers.
  • Developing expertise in robotic-assisted procedures such as prostatectomy, cystectomy, and pelvic exenteration.
  • Collaborating closely with multidisciplinary teams, including medical/radiation oncologists, radiologists, pathologists, and specialist nurses.
  • Contributing to clinical research and audit projects, with opportunities to present findings at national and international conferences.
  • Participating in teaching and training for resident doctors and surgical trainees.

Providing general urological care as an active member of the urology department

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential criteria
  • Completed FRCS Urol
  • On the UK Specialist Register or eligible within six months of interview.

Knowledge

Essential criteria
  • Strong general and sub-specialty training.
  • Demonstrated ability to perform advanced procedures.

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Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Leanne Hoblin
Job title
Urology Support Manager
Email address
[email protected]
Telephone number
01752 438051
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