Consultant General Surgeon (Colorectal and Proctology)

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and surgical management of patients with general surgical, colorectal, and anorectal conditions.

• Evaluate and manage patients with benign and malignant diseases of the colon, rectum, and anus requiring medical, endoscopic, or surgical intervention.

• Perform advanced colorectal surgical procedures, including colectomy, colorectal resection, and other appropriate bowel surgeries according to clinical indications and approved surgical privileges.

• Diagnose and surgically manage colorectal malignancies, including colon and rectal cancers, in collaboration with multidisciplinary oncology teams.

• Perform laparoscopic and minimally invasive colorectal surgical procedures, including laparoscopic colectomy and rectal resection, where clinically appropriate.

• Utilise advanced surgical techniques, including robotic-assisted colorectal surgery, where appropriately trained, credentialed, and supported by the healthcare facility.

• Diagnose and manage common and complex anorectal conditions, including haemorrhoids, anal fissures, anal fistulas, perianal abscesses, and pilonidal disease.

• Perform specialised proctological procedures, including haemorrhoidectomy, fistulotomy, seton placement, lateral internal sphincterotomy, and other anorectal surgical interventions where clinically indicated.

• Assess and manage complex anal fistulas, recurrent perianal disease, and anorectal complications requiring specialised surgical treatment.

• Evaluate and manage patients with inflammatory bowel disease, including Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, when surgical intervention is required.

• Provide surgical management of diverticular disease, bowel obstruction, colorectal perforation, and other acute or chronic colorectal conditions.

• Assess and manage patients with rectal prolapse, faecal incontinence, and pelvic floor-related colorectal disorders.

• Evaluate patients with colorectal polyps, suspected malignancies, and abnormal colorectal screening findings, coordinating appropriate diagnostic and therapeutic interventions.

• Perform or coordinate colonoscopy, flexible sigmoidoscopy, and other lower gastrointestinal diagnostic procedures according to clinical indications and approved procedural privileges.

• Assess and manage patients requiring stoma formation, including colostomy and ileostomy, and provide appropriate postoperative stoma care coordination.

• Perform emergency colorectal and general surgical procedures for patients presenting with acute abdominal conditions, bowel perforation, intestinal obstruction, and other surgical emergencies.

• Provide comprehensive management of acute abdominal pain and surgical conditions requiring urgent assessment or intervention.

• Develop and implement individualised surgical and non-surgical treatment plans based on clinical assessment, diagnostic investigations, and evidence-based guidelines.

• Interpret relevant diagnostic investigations, including CT, MRI, endoscopic findings, histopathology reports, and other colorectal imaging studies.

• Conduct comprehensive preoperative assessments, evaluate surgical risks, obtain informed consent, and determine appropriate operative strategies.

• Provide postoperative care, including pain management, wound care, bowel function monitoring, nutritional support coordination, and rehabilitation planning.

• Identify and manage postoperative complications, including anastomotic leakage, bleeding, infection, bowel obstruction, and other surgical complications.

• Implement enhanced recovery protocols and evidence-based perioperative management strategies to improve surgical outcomes.

• Participate in colorectal cancer screening, early detection initiatives, and preventive healthcare programmes.

• Collaborate with gastroenterologists, medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, radiologists, pathologists, anaesthesiologists, and other healthcare professionals.

• Participate in multidisciplinary colorectal cancer meetings, complex surgical case discussions, and treatment planning.

• Coordinate long-term follow-up and surveillance for patients undergoing colorectal cancer treatment or complex colorectal surgery.

• Provide counselling and education to patients and families regarding colorectal conditions, surgical treatment options, potential complications, postoperative recovery, and preventive care.

• Ensure accurate clinical documentation, operative reports, and compliance with hospital policies, surgical safety protocols, infection prevention standards, and patient safety requirements.

• Participate in clinical audits, morbidity and mortality reviews, surgical research activities, and quality improvement initiatives.

• Contribute to the development and implementation of colorectal surgery protocols, minimally invasive surgical pathways, and specialised proctology services.

• Provide clinical supervision, teaching, and mentoring to junior surgeons, surgical trainees, and multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.

• Stay up to date with advances in colorectal surgery, proctology, minimally invasive techniques, colorectal oncology, and enhanced recovery practices.

Qualifications

• Recognised specialist qualification in General Surgery, Colorectal Surgery, or an equivalent relevant surgical specialty.

• Recognised Tier 1 specialist qualification, such as ABMS certification, Canadian Royal College certification, UK CCT/CCST, or an equivalent recognised qualification.

• Advanced fellowship training or specialised clinical training in Colorectal Surgery, Colon and Rectal Surgery, or Proctology.

• Minimum 5 years of post-specialisation experience, with substantial clinical and surgical experience in colorectal and anorectal disease management.

• Proven hands-on surgical experience in general surgery and advanced colorectal procedures, including bowel resections and minimally invasive colorectal surgery.

• Demonstrated expertise in managing benign and malignant colorectal conditions, including colorectal cancer, inflammatory bowel disease, diverticular disease, and complex anorectal disorders.

• Strong surgical experience in proctological procedures, including haemorrhoid surgery, anal fistula management, anal fissure surgery, and treatment of perianal conditions.

• Proficiency in laparoscopic colorectal surgery and advanced minimally invasive surgical techniques.

• Experience in robotic-assisted colorectal surgery is highly desirable.

• Experience managing colorectal emergencies, including bowel obstruction, perforation, acute abdominal conditions, and postoperative complications.

• Strong experience in preoperative assessment, surgical planning, postoperative management, and complication prevention.

• Familiarity with colorectal cancer screening, diagnostic endoscopy, and multidisciplinary oncological treatment pathways.

• Experience working in a tertiary hospital, specialised colorectal surgery unit, advanced general surgery department, or multidisciplinary surgical centre.

• Familiarity with international colorectal surgery guidelines, evidence-based surgical practices, and enhanced recovery protocols.

• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary surgical teams and manage complex colorectal and proctological cases.

• Eligibility for Consultant-level licensing with DHA, DOH, or MOHAP, as applicable to the position.

Required Skills

• Strong clinical and surgical expertise in general surgery, colorectal surgery, and proctology.

• Advanced knowledge of benign and malignant colorectal diseases, anorectal disorders, and gastrointestinal surgical conditions.

• Demonstrated surgical competence in colorectal resections, laparoscopic procedures, and specialised proctological interventions.

• Proficiency in minimally invasive surgical techniques and advanced colorectal operative procedures.

• Comprehensive understanding of colorectal oncology, inflammatory bowel disease, diverticular disease, and pelvic floor-related colorectal disorders.

• Strong diagnostic, analytical, and clinical decision-making skills in complex colorectal and general surgical cases.

• Ability to assess and respond effectively to colorectal emergencies and acute abdominal surgical conditions.

• Expertise in preoperative evaluation, surgical planning, postoperative monitoring, and management of surgical complications.

• Strong knowledge of colorectal cancer screening, diagnostic investigations, and multidisciplinary treatment planning.

• Excellent communication, leadership, and multidisciplinary collaboration skills.

• Commitment to patient safety, evidence-based surgical practice, and continuous professional development.

• Ability to support clinical education, colorectal service development, research, and quality improvement initiatives.

Compensation

An attractive tax-free package will be offered based on the candidate’s qualifications, clinical expertise, colorectal and proctological surgical experience, professional background, and the requirements of the healthcare facility.