Consultant Gastroenterologist - Barnstaple, United Kingdom - National Health Service

Description

Job summaryThe Department of Gastroenterology in East Kent Hospitals is looking for an enthusiastic new colleague to join us on our journey into 21st century gastroenterology and increasing subspecialisation.

We currently provide a 7-day Consultant-led gastroenterology inpatient service on two acute hospital sites at Margate and Ashford, a site based 24/7 GI Bleed rota for the two main acute sites as well as specialist Nutrition, IBD, Hepatology, HPB, UGI Cancer, complex polypectomy services, Bowel Cancer Screening and capsule endoscopy.

Endoscopy Services are provided from the three main hospital sites in Canterbury, Margate and Ashford.

This role attracts a recruitment premium of up to 20K*.Main duties of the jobWe are looking for a keen Gastroenterologist, to join the William Harvey Hospital team at Ashford.

Whether established or just starting out on your Consultant journey.

We will work with you to develop your specialist interests whether these be further developing our existing services, which include HBP, Hepatology and complex polyp service, or looking to develop new services for our Trust, such as GI physiology and EUS.

As a Trust, we are proud of the reputation our complex polyp service has achieved including international recognition through the annual KENT course and cohesive working with our colorectal colleagues.

The post holder will be required to support the GI Bleeding rota and a currently 1:8 Gastroenterology ward week, including in-reach to the emergency pathways.

About usWe are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with three acute hospitals and community sites serving a local population of around 700,000.

We also provide specialist services for Kent and Medway.
We're on an exciting journey of transformation.

With a new Medical School at the centre of our community, a focus on research, clinical leadership and making our trust a rewarding and friendly place to work, there's never been a better time to join us.

Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesWe are looking for a keen and committed individual who will participate fully and become an integral part of the WHH Gastroenterology team.

The post holder will be expected to contribute to the management of inpatient and outpatient Gastroenterology and contribute to the development of specialist services.

The post holder will provide appropriate care, diagnostic and therapeutic services for patients presenting with gastroenterological illnesses to our inpatient and outpatient areas and contribute towards the site-based GI bleed rota.

The gastroenterology consultant teams (when covering the wards) on each acute site provide In-reach and referral services to ED/AMU and other wards.

The teams are supported by junior doctors, physician associates and specialist nurses.

In addition to inpatient services, the post holder should aim to provide two OPD clinics per week and two general endoscopy lists, plus a session dedicated to a specialist interest.

Please see the Job Description & Person Specification for full details.
Person Specification

Qualification & Training

EssentialFull GMC RegistrationCCST Specialist Registration in Gastroenterology or will obtain within 6 months of interview dateDesirableTo hold MRCP (UK)Post graduate gastroenterology qualifications - MD, PhD, ESEGH or equivalent

Skills & Experience

EssentialExperienced in all aspects of gastroenterology

Clinical governance

EssentialEvidence of experience in Clinical Governance Experience of Audit

Personal/professional attributes

EssentialUpholds the Trust ValuesGMC code of conduct

Other requirements

EssentialWillingness and ability to travel across sites if requiredDisclosure 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.

Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications.

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Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).UK Registration
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Employer detailsEmployer nameEast Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation TrustAddressWilliam Harvey HospitalAshfordTN24 0LZEmployer's websiteFor questions about the job, contact:
Site Lead Gastroenterologist WHHDr Ruth de Berryruth.netDate posted01 May 2024Pay schemeHospital medical and dental staffGradeConsultantSalary
99,532 to 131,964 a year

pro rata per annum + 20,000 recruitment premium
ContractPermanentWorking pattern

Full-time,

Job share,

Flexible working,

Compressed hours,

Term time hours,

Annualised hours

Reference number344-RP9046CONWHH-EJob locationsWilliam Harvey HospitalAshfordTN24 0LZ