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Job Advert: Speciality Doctor in Urology
NHS Dumfries & Galloway | Dumfries & Galloway Royal Infirmary
Contract: Permanent
Interview Date: 24.07.2026
Find Your Perfect Balance in the Heart of South West Scotland
Are you a Speciality Doctor in Urology looking for a role that combines variety, clinical excellence and an exceptional quality of life? NHS Dumfries & Galloway invites you to join our friendly and dynamic Urology team at our modern, purpose-built hospital.
We are looking for a dedicated colleague to join our team, and we are proud to offer a highly flexible approach to job planning. We are committed to designing a job plan that fits your personal and professional needs.
Why Choose NHS Dumfries & Galloway?
A Modern Workplace
The Dumfries & Galloway Royal Infirmary (DGRI) is one of the UK's newest hospitals, designed specifically for the needs of patients and staff. It is one of the only NHS hospitals in the UK where all patients have single en-suite rooms, contributing to better recovery times.
A Supportive Community
Our smaller teams foster a genuine sense of community where you are known by name and supported in your role. We pride ourselves on a culture of shared learning and best practice.
Investment in You
We are committed to your professional development, with opportunities to develop new skills and heavily invested in the latest equipment and technology. We offer up to 10 days of funded external study leave per year.
A Focus on Education
Our state-of-the-art education centre is fully equipped with a clinical skills lab and observation room. We host weekly journal clubs, educational talks, and are accredited for basic level training in Intensive Care Medicine.
The Role & Your Job Plan
The successful applicant will join a dynamic team, consisting of 3 Consultants, 2 Specialty Doctors (including this post), Trainee Urology ANP, Nurse Consultant, Uro-Oncology clinical nurse specialists and is supported by ward level FY1’s. The speciality doctor role is pivotal in the provision of day time services for both in-patients and emergency presentations, whilst opportunities to develop elective surgical and diagnostic skills are supported. The department boasts excellent tertiary links with NHS Lothian and are part of the South East of Scotland Cancer Network (SCAN).
Our Department & Facilities
The department seeks to appoint an enthusiastic and experienced individual to assist in delivery of safe, effective and excellent urological services within the hospital. The department of surgery provide comprehensive elective and emergency services at Dumfries and Galloway Royal Infirmary and cater to a population of 150,000.
Who We're Looking For
Applicants must have full GMC registration with a licence to practice and at least four years post graduation with experience of working at post-foundation level in Urology.
Successful applicants will be supported through CESR if this is their intention.
Benefits Package
- Generous Leave: up to 33 days annual leave plus 8 public holidays (pro rata).
- Relocation Support: A supportive relocation package is available, with a dedicated team to help you and your family settle in the area.
- International Candidates Welcome: We are a Tier 2 sponsorship employer and provide support to help colleagues integrate into our community.
- Pension: You will be automatically enrolled in the excellent NHS Scotland Pension Scheme.
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About
We strongly encourage you to get in touch for an informal chat and arrange a visit to learn more about this exciting opportunity. Please contact:
Roland Donat, Speciality Lead in Urology
Tel 01387 246 246
Email: roland.donat@nhs.scot
Katy Jeffery, Divisional Manager – Surgical
Email: katy.jeffery@nhs.scot
Miss M Bews-Hair, Clinical Director for Surgery
Telephone 01387 241581; email address – maria.bews-hair@nhs.scot
INFORMATION FOR ALL CANDIDATES
To find out more about working with NHS Dumfries and Galloway and for an insight into our friendly, beautiful corner of Scotland please visit our Work With Us web pages https://www.nhsdg.co.uk/workwithus/
APPLICATION PROCESS - https://www.careers.nhs.scot/how-to-apply/application-process/
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DISCLOSURE SCOTLAND
Some of our posts may require you to undergo a criminal records check. Changes as of the 1 April 2025 to the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme membership now sees more roles requiring PVG that may not have needed this check in the past. If you are successful in this role you will be notified which level of check is required by the recruitment team. If you would like to read more information please visit: Disclosure levels - mygov.scot
EQUALITY AND DIVERSITY
NHS Dumfries and Galloway 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 Dumfries and Galloway welcomes applicants from all sections of the community.
PUBLIC PROTECTION
Public protection practice encompasses the recognition and management of risk in order to prevent or reduce harm to children, (including unborn babies), young people and adults. All public protection legislation, and NHS Dumfries and Galloway (NHSDG) policies and guidance are founded on the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child and the European Convention on Human Rights, and the principles of these Conventions underpin all NHSDG core business.
Additional Information For International Candidates
RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UNITED KINGDOM
NHS Dumfries and Galloway has a legal obligation to ensure that it does not employ any worker who has not been granted the relevant permission to work in the UK. This permission is without exception granted by the UK Border Agency. We are required to check the entitlement to work in the UK of all prospective employees, regardless of nationality or job category.
WORK VISA
If you require a Work Visa, please check to see if you and the vacancy you are applying for are eligible by visiting the Home Office website: https://www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa
It is ESSENTIAL that you have checked that you either already have an appropriate right to work in the UK or if you require a work visa that the post would be eligible to be sponsored BEFORE submitting your application form. We are unable to provide sponsorship for bank contracts.
UNITED KINGDOM REGISTRATION
NHS Dumfries & Galloway are unable to support OSCE Training for international nurses for vacancies.
Vacancies requiring professional registration require full United Kingdom registration with the appropriate council (eg NMC, HCPC, GMC, GDC etc).
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