Job Summary

Applications are invited for the Junior Specialist Doctor Higher (JSDH) post (ST3 level) within the Department of Urology at [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]. The role is expected to commence on 8th June 2026, or as soon as possible thereafter until 2nd February 2027. This position is ideal for candidates who have completed core training and may have undertaken some specialist training, and who are looking to build a career in urology. The appointment is a fixed-term contract at 40% working hours, with the possibility of extension by mutual agreement. Applicants should have substantial postgraduate experience, including at least 12 months in urology. Candidates must hold the MRCS qualification and be fully registered with the GMC. While this post is not formally recognised for training by the Postgraduate Dean, the successful candidate will work alongside trainees and benefit from a comparable training experience. Interview date: 01/06/2026.

Main Duties of the Job

This department has a team of nine consultant urologists, six middle grade registrars, one junior specialist doctor (lower) and four Foundation Year 1 trainees. This team is complemented by two Advanced Nurse Practitioners, three McMillan Nurse Specialists and two nurse specialists. The department of urology provides full range of diagnostic facilities including multi-parametric MRI, PET scanning, nuclear medicine imaging and trans-perineal prostate biopsies. We provide all general urology care for adults and children. Being a partner of the Black Country Alliance, our nephrectomy services are at Russell Hall Hospital and pelvic surgery is referred to the Royal Wolverhampton Hospital. We also work in close collaboration with the oncology team at the University Hospitals, Birmingham. The department runs regular general and specialist outpatients' clinics such as stone clinics, erectile dysfunction, and paediatric clinics. Full range of day case procedures and day case surgery is provided, besides inpatient facilities for more complex cases. With on-site lithotripter, state of the art Moses laser technology, and complete facilities for endoscopic stone management, we are at the forefront of urinary tract stone management.

About Us

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] (SWB) serves Birmingham and the Black Country - one of the country's most culturally diverse areas. It's a friendly and welcoming place - a place where you can belong, and a place where you can grow. We care for our patients, we care about our population, and we care about our people. Our values - Ambition, Respect and Compassion - are at the heart of who we are. They guide us every step of the way; how we work with each other, and how we look after our patients and their families; how we respect and value the rich diversity of our team and our community. Our Trust has always aspired to be more than a hospital, more than a healthcare provider. Our purpose is to 'Improve the Life Chances and Health Outcomes of our Population.' It is what inspires, drives, and unites us every day. It's what makes us unique. We want working at [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] to feel like more than just a job. We want our Trust to be a place where you can feel you belong. A place where you feel happy, safe, and rewarded. A place where you can develop your career in whatever way you choose. When we say we're 'with you all the way' we want you to know that we mean it. Visit the [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] website to find out more about our ambitions and people plans.

Details

• Date posted: 07 May 2026
• Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
• Grade: Doctor - other
• Salary: £65,048 a year per annum
• Contract: Fixed term, 8 months
• Working pattern: Part-time
• Reference number: 381-SS-7974266
• Job locations: [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], Sandwell & West Birmingham, B71 4HJ

Job Description / Responsibilities

For more information on the job role and responsibilities, please refer to the Job Description attached. For an informal discussion, please contact: Mr Fahd Khan, Lead in Urology: Tel: [contact hidden] e-mail: [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]; Mr Tariq Sami, Consultant Urologist, Tel: [contact hidden] e-mail: [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal].

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential: Basic medical qualification (e.g., MBBS or equivalent). Desirable: MRCS.

Clinical Experience

Essential: Significant relevant experience at ST1/2 or higher in Urology. Desirable: Recent experience in Urology.

Personal Circumstances

Essential: Residence within a reasonable distance of the Trust's Hospitals; Ability to undertake clinical commitments at any of the Trust's sites.

Other Requirements

Essential: Full GMC Registration and licence to practise; An understanding of the current NHS environment; Appropriate Immigration Status (where appropriate). Desirable: NHS experience.

Professional and Multi-disciplinary team working

Essential: Ability to work well with colleagues and within a team.

Management and Administrative Experience

Essential: Experience of conducting clinical audit; Ability to use the evidence base and clinical audit to support decision-making.

Personal Attributes

Essential: Energy and enthusiasm and the ability to work under pressure; An enquiring and critical approach to work; Caring attitude to patients; Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, patients, relatives, GPs, nurses, other staff and agencies; Commitment to Continuing Medical Education and Professional Development.

Clinical Effectiveness

Essential: Experience of conducting clinical audit; Ability to use the evidence base and clinical audit to support decision-making.

Additional Information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check: 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.

Certificate of Sponsorship: Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website. From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here.

UK Registration: Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

Employer Details

Employer name: [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]

Address: [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], Sandwell & West Birmingham, B71 4HJ

Employer's website: https://www.swbh.nhs.uk/

Employer Contact Details

For questions about the job, contact: Consultant and Specialty Lead, Mr F Khan, [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], [contact hidden].