LGI Registrar

Job Advert Skip to main content Cookies on NHS Jobs We've put some small files called cookies on your device to help us make improvements to our site. To improve our site we'd also like to use cookies which will send information to Google Analytics. You can read more about our cookies before you choose. Accept analytics cookies Do not accept analytics cookies Jobs Menu Sign in Create an account English Cymraeg Menu Close menu Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) BETA Your feedback will help us to improve this service. University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust LGI Registrar The closing date is 09 November 2026 Apply for this job Job summary Registrar in General Surgery (Colorectal Interest Desirable) 12-month Fixed Term Post | ST5+ or Equivalent Are you a motivated and capable General Surgery registrar looking to develop your skills in a high-performing tertiary centre? UCLH is seeking an ST5-level (or equivalent) surgeon to join our Gastrointestinal Services Division for a 12-month Registrar position. An interest in colorectal surgery is welcomed but not essential. This role offers broad exposure to complex GI and colorectal pathology within a supportive, academically active environment, alongside full participation in service delivery and training. Why Join UCLH? Based within the Surgery and Cancer Board, UCLH's Gastrointestinal Services Division is a nationally recognised centre of excellence, bringing together GI Surgery, GI Medicine, and Endoscopy. As a high-volume tertiary referral centre, we manage a wide spectrum of complex colorectal and IBD cases, supported by robust multidisciplinary working, strong clinical governance, and an established research culture. The successful candidate will gain valuable experience in advanced colorectal surgery, peri-operative decision-making, and multidisciplinary care, while working alongside leading clinicians in the field. Main duties of the job Who Are We Looking For? We welcome applications from candidates at ST5 level or above , or those with equivalent experience , in General Surgery. You must hold (or be eligible for) full GMC registration at the start of the post. Essential attributes include: Experience in General Surgery, with or without a defined colorectal subspecialty interest Good operative and peri-operative decision-making skills Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams Commitment to training, service delivery, and professional development Desirable attributes: An interest in colorectal surgery Experience in minimally invasive surgery Academic or research interest (not essential) The post holder will participate in a 1 in 9 on-call rota , contributing fully to the General Surgery service. About us University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research. We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:o University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)o National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgeryo Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitalso University College Hospital Grafton Way Buildingo Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicineo University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centreo The Hospital for Tropical Diseaseso University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imag