Consultant - Gastroenterology

Job summary
We're seeking an enthusiastic doctor to join our gastroenterology team. This full-time position offers outpatient, inpatient, and endoscopic gastroenterology services. Part-time and job-share candidates are welcome. Specializing in general or hepatology is a plus. You'll have clinical responsibility for gastroenterological patients.

Main duties of the job
• Deliver a high-quality district general hospital gastroenterology service, which includes endoscopy, and ensures the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of illnesses while maintaining service functionality.
• Contribute to the ongoing development of the gastroenterology service following national and NICE guidelines.
• Provide professional supervision and management for junior medical staff, adhering to local employment and human resource policies.
• Carry out teaching, examination, and accreditation responsibilities and support medical education at various levels.
• Participate in medical audit and clinical effectiveness activities, particularly in the Trust's Clinical Governance processes, to enhance quality and standards

Job description
Job responsibilities
Seeking an energetic colleague to provide gastroenterology services, including outpatient, inpatient, and endoscopy. Full-time position with part-time/job-share options. Specializing in general or hepatology is a bonus. Clinical responsibility for gastroenterological patients.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POST
• Deliver high-quality gastroenterology services, including endoscopy, and contribute to development in line with national guidelines.
• Supervise junior medical staff and participate in education and clinical effectiveness activities.
• Comply with equal opportunities, health and safety, infection control, and data protection policies. Engage in emergency on-call duties, including weekends.
• Be courteous and helpful to patients and colleagues.

Person Specification
Essential
Essential
• Full GMC Registration with a License to Practice
• Higher UK qualification - MRCP or equivalent recognized by the GMC.
• Knowledge and application of up to date evidence-based practice

Desirable
• Relevant higher Degree either Masters, Doctorate level or equivalent
• Training in Thoracoscopy and plural ultrasound
• Subspecialty within Gastroenterology

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