Trust Resident Doctor ST1/2 (MN35), Urology

Trust Resident Doctor ST1/2 (MN35), Urology – West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

The closing date is 15 July 2026

Overview

This is a 10‑month fixed‑term post for a Trust Resident Doctor ST1/2 (MN35). The main duties involve seeing, diagnosing and treating urology patients, referring to other clinicians or general practitioners where appropriate, and performing theatre work.

You will work closely with nursing, professional, technical, administrative and support staff. Together with the registrars you will ensure a high standard of patient care, including twice‑daily patient reviews at Watford General Hospital and provision of adequate clinical notes in line with good medical practice. On occasion you may assist in teaching medical students.

Job Responsibilities

You will be required to work to a 1:12 joint General Surgery/Urology on‑call rota, which will be produced in advance and cover annual leave for colleagues. From 0800‑2000, seven days a week, two resident doctors will cover either General Surgery or Urology; outside these hours one resident doctor will cover.

Junior doctors may be asked to work over and above their contracted hours in emergencies or unforeseen circumstances at the request of the Clinical Director. These additional commitments are exceptional and should not be routine.

Person Specification

Education and qualifications

• Confirmed GMC registration covering the scope of employment
• M.B.B.S or equivalent
• Distinctions, scholarships, prizes
• MRCS Part 1 and/or 2 and/or other degrees (e.g., BSc, Masters, PhD or equivalent)

Knowledge

• Competent in basic urological procedures

Experience

• Experience working in a UK hospital
• Ability to prioritise clinical need
• Understanding of current clinical issues in the specialty
• Aware of own limitations and knowing when to ask consultants or senior colleagues for help
• Understanding of confidentiality and data protection
• Appreciation of audit in clinical practice
• Understanding of clinical governance principles and ensuring patients are not put at risk

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and a disclosure check with the Disclosure and Barring Service will be required.

About the Trust

West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is expanding with a new hospital at Watford and updates to theatres at St Albans City Hospital. The Trust focuses on patient care, staff wellbeing, and innovative digital solutions, and offers flexible working options.

If you have a disability or long‑term health condition and require support, please contact westherts.recruitment@nhs.net.

We are an equal opportunity employer. Members of the Armed Forces Community or related public service communities should tick the appropriate option on the application form.