West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Trust Resident Doctor ST5 (MN37), Breast Surgery

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Trust Resident Doctor for Breast Surgery
The post is a full-time appointment available from October 2026 for one year. It provides excellent experience of a busy symptomatic breast unit and training in oncoplastic breast surgery techniques including reconstructions and lipomodelling.
Main Duties
- Responsibility for the care of elective and emergency breast patients on the ward.
- Supervision of junior SHOs and House Surgeons in their duties.
- Attendance at operation sessions and outpatient clinics.
- Participation in the weekly breast multidisciplinary meeting.
Additional Opportunities
- Opportunities to take part in unit audits.
- Collaboration with plastic surgeons at the Royal Free Hospital.
Duties Location
- Based at St Albans City Hospital.
- Some sessions at Watford General Hospital.
Working Environment
- Close work with appropriate nursing, professional, technical, administrative, and support staff.
- Responsibility for ensuring adequate clinical notes in accordance with good medical practice.
- Continuing responsibility for the care of patients in charge.
- Administration duties associated with the care of patients and the running of the department.
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Administrative Responsibilities
- Close liaison with the management team to ensure appropriate control of the department budget.
- Clinical input to the business planning process.
- Assistance with the service development.
About the Trust
- Exciting time to join as a new hospital is planned for Watford and work is underway to update theatres at St Albans City Hospital.
- Building on the success of the award-winning virtual hospital and re-imagining models of care.
- Working closely with partners and making the most of advances in digital healthcare.
- Staff wellbeing and development are a priority.
- Innovation in improving clinical care, outcomes, and patient experience is valued.
Vision and Values
- Vision: Excellent patient care, together.
- Values: Empowered, compassionate, professional, and inclusive.
Flexible Working Options
We offer a variety of flexible working options as we recognize the importance of a good work-life balance. For more information, visit www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk/flexibleworking.


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Application Process
- We reserve the right to close this advert early due to the volume of applicants. Please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
- If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Contact for Further Details
For further details or informal visits, contact:
- Name: Mr Simon Thomson MD FRCS
- Job Title: Consultant Breast Surgeon
- Email Address: simon.thomson2@nhs.net
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