Job summaryWe are looking to appoint Vascular Surgery Registrar within the Somerset and North Devon Vascular Network. This is a 12 -month fixed term appointment to provide maternity leave cover. The post is based within the Somerset and North Devon Vascular Network, with activity across:
- Musgrove Park Hospital, Taunton
- Yeovil District Hospital
- North Devon District Hospital, Barnstaple
- Other network sites as required
The successful candidate will participate in a cross-site vascular service delivering comprehensive vascular care to the population of Somerset and North Devon but will be based in the hub at Musgrove Park Hospital
Main duties of the job- Participate in the delivery of elective and emergency vascular surgery services.
- Assess and manage vascular surgery inpatients under consultant supervision.
- Attend vascular outpatient clinics across the network.
- Participate in operating theatre sessions, undertaking procedures appropriate to experience and competence.
- Support the management of acute vascular referrals.
- Contribute to vascular ward rounds
- Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings
About usAt
Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:
- Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
- NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
- Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
- A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential
Additionally, you'll gain access to our
Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.
We are proud to foster a
diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.
Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of
idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and
breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like
Bristol,
Bath, and
Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to
London.
The region is home to excellent
educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.
Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.
DetailsDate posted: 16 July 2026
Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade: Doctor - other
Salary: £67,325 to £76,582 a year
Contract: Fixed term
Duration: 12 months
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 184-OL-MED-SURG-5442
Job locations: Musgrove Park Hospital, Musgrove Road, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 5DA, United Kingdom
Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesFor further details regarding this job role and person specification please refer to the attached job description.
Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential- MBBS, MBChB or equivalent medical qualification.
- Full GMC registration with licence to practise.
- Evidence of progression in surgical training or equivalent experience.
Desirable- MRCS or equivalent qualification.
- National Vascular Registry experience.
ExperienceEssential- Minimum of Core Surgical Training or equivalent.
- Experience in the assessment and management of vascular surgical patients.
- Experience of emergency surgical care.
- Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
Desirable- Experience in endovascular procedures.
- Evidence of audit, quality improvement or research activity.
- Presentation or publication record.
- Completion of relevant vascular surgery courses.
Additional CriteriaEssential- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to prioritise workload and manage competing demands.
- Evidence of operative competency appropriate to level of training.
- Commitment to high standards of patient care.
Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer detailsEmployer name: Somerset NHS Foundation Trust
Address: Musgrove Park Hospital, Musgrove Road, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 5DA, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.somersetft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer detailsEmployer name: Somerset NHS Foundation Trust
Address: Musgrove Park Hospital, Musgrove Road, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 5DA, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.somersetft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact detailsFor questions about the job, contact:Hiring Manager
Lorna Hewart
lorna.hewart@somersetFT.nhs.uk
DetailsDate posted: 16 July 2026
Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade: Doctor - other
Salary: £67,325 to £76,582 a year
Contract: Fixed term
Duration: 12 months
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 184-OL-MED-SURG-5442
Job locations: Musgrove Park Hospital, Musgrove Road, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 5DA, United Kingdom
Supporting documentsPrivacy noticeSomerset NHS Foundation Trust's privacy notice (opens in a new tab)
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). 
