Breast Surgery Consultant University Hospital

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Locum Consultant in Breast Surgery to join our forward-thinking breast multidisciplinary team at Worthing Hospital. This is an opportunity to support and deliver high-quality oncoplastic breast care within a busy and well-established NHS breast unit.

Applicants must be on the GMC Specialist Register for General Surgery with a subspecialty interest in breast surgery. This locum post is ideal for consultants looking for flexible working patterns, including full-time or part-time sessions, to support ongoing cancer and benign breast pathways.

Conduct new patient assessments, follow-up clinics, and triple assessment one-stop clinics

Provide breaking bad news consultations with appropriate support from Breast Care Nurses and MDT colleagues

Participate in screening and symptomatic breast services

Attend and contribute to weekly Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) meetings

Perform oncological breast surgery, including wide local excisions, mastectomies, and sentinel lymph node biopsies

Operate on benign breast disease cases as appropriate

Collaborate with the oncoplastic and plastic surgery teams for reconstructive options

Day-case and inpatient operating lists with appropriate anaesthetic and nursing support

Requirement

GMC Registration Full GMC registration with inclusion on the Specialist Register in General Surgery (Breast subspecialty)

Clinical Experience Independent practice in breast diagnostics, cancer surgery, and benign breast conditions

Outpatient Skills Skilled in patient counselling, breaking bad news, and managing breast screening outcomes

Team working Proven ability to work within a multidisciplinary framework including radiology, pathology, oncology, and CNS teams

Governance Participation in clinical governance, audit, and quality improvement expected

High-volume breast unit with access to digital mammography, stereotactic biopsies, and MRI

Dedicated team of Breast Care Nurses and full MDT support

Integrated surgical planning with Chichester and Brighton sites

Excellent support for locums, with admin and IT access from day one

Flexible sessional working available (e.g. 8 PA or less, negotiable)

NHS pension (if trust-employed), access to study leave, and appraisal support

Locum accommodation and travel may be discussed for suitable applicants

Apply online or for additional information regarding this job please call Michela Sorgenteon orsend Michela an email here

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