Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust require a dynamic and forward-thinking Consultant to join the Gastroenterology team. This post will be based at the University Hospital Lewisham (UHL) site: one of two acute sites operated by the Trust, with the other being Queen Elizabeth Hospital (QEH) in Woolwich. The Trust provides services for the more than 666,000 people living across the London boroughs of Lewisham, Greenwich and Bexley. Each site has an increasingly busy Endoscopy department, performing more than 10,000 procedures each year. UHL also acts as the lead site for Bowel Cancer Screening across South East London. The post is a 10 PA appointment, with the post-holder expected to undertake 2 endoscopy lists and clinics each week, while participating in in-patient ward work reviewing acute Gastroenterology admissions. The post holder will also participate in the on-call GI Bleed rota. The Gastroenterology Department at UHL consists of 6 Consultants, 2 Registrars, a Specialist Doctor and three specialist nurses (IBD and viral hepatitis). The establishment at the QEH site includes 6 Consultants, 2 Specialist Registrars, 3 Clinical Fellows and 3 specialist nurses with responsibilities for IBD, viral hepatitis and endoscopy. A number of specialist Gastroenterology services have been established at the Trust including ERCP, oesophageal physiology, capsule endoscopy and fibro scanning. Main duties of the job To undertake high quality diagnostic and therapeutic upper and lower GI endoscopy To participate in the provision of a high quality out-patient Gastroenterology service, including patient administration To manage Gastroenterology in-patients Key tasks: The post-holder will attend the weekly multidisciplinary meetings and weekly governance meetings Active participation in the management and development of the specialty and the introduction of new services Contribute to the educational programme, including weekly departmental meetings and teaching Act as the joint clinical supervisor for SpRs in Gastroenterology Participation in Pathology and Multidisciplinary Team Meeting Participation in medical audit Participation in the Trust consultant appraisal process Comply with the requirements for Continuing Professional Development and revalidation as laid down by the Royal College of Physicians. The trust is committed to providing the time and financial support for these activities A senior consultant will be nominated to each appointee to act as a mentor during the first 12 months in post About us Our people are our greatest asset. When we feel supported and happy at work, this positivity reaches those very people we are here for, the patients. Engaged employees perform at their best and our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) initiatives contribute to cultivate a culture of engagement. Job responsibilities a. Clinical Responsibilities. The successful applicant will undertake two/three gastroenterology clinics with a general profile of 12 slots (5 new and 7 follow ups) and two overbooking slots and two/three endoscopy sessions consisting of 12 points per list. There will also be an involvement in the management of in-patients including a weekly morning round of gastroenterology patients admitted to the acute medical unit (AMU) and daily rounds of the gastroenterology patients when on the wards (shared between consultants). The main duties and responsibilities of the post include: To undertake high quality diagnostic and therapeutic upper and lower GI endoscopy To participate in the provision of a high quality out-patient Gastroenterology service, including patient administration The post-holder will attend the weekly multidisciplinary meetings and monthly governance meetings b. Medical Education & Teaching Contribute to the General Medicine educational programme, including weekly departmental meetings and teaching Act as the joint clinical supervisor for SpRs in Gastroenterology c. Clinical Audit and Clinical Governance Attend and actively participate in the regular gastroenterology governance meetings Undertake high quality audit projects and participate in the collection of data required to meet national quality standards. d. Continuing Professional Development Participate in continuing professional development at local and national level Implement audit and research findings as appropriate in clinical practice Prepare and participate in an annual appraisal in accordance with Trust policy A willingness to undertake additional professional responsibilities at local, regional or national levels e. Policy, Planning and Management Support the Trust to deliver quality patient care Contribute to the development of clinical and organisational protocols and guidelines Assist in the development of the Annual Service Plan for the Directorate and Division and participate in the strategic planning of the service Comply with all Trust policies Contribute to good communications between the department and the other relevant staff/departments within the Trust, outside agencies including Social Services, General Practitioners, other Gastroenterology Departments in neighbouring Trusts and the Emergency Services. To lead or participate in the development of improved workflow through the Gastroenterology Department, ensuring better patient experience and increased efficiency. All candidates must have an MBBS or equivalent, registered with the GMC, MRCP or equivalent and must have the CCT for Gastroenterology and General Medicine. Applicants with a wide variety of sub-specialties such as nutrition, hepatology and IBD are invited to apply. Person Specification Qualifications MBBS or equivalent. MRCP or equivalent. CCT for Gastroenterology and General Medicine Distinctions, scholarships, prizes. Other degrees, e.g. BSc MSc, MD Registration Full Registration with the GMC To be on the Specialist Register for Gastroenterology on the date of commencement in post or to be within 6 months of obtaining CCT on a UK training program at date of interview Clinical Experience Evidence of leadership. Able to take responsibility and cope with stressful situations. Able to get on with other members of the multidisciplinary team. A sympathetic approach to patients and relatives. Ability to establish good professional relationships with others Critical and enquiring approach to knowledge acquisition. To have undertaken a postgraduate communication skills course (or ensure that you have undertaken one within one year of appointment). An understanding of corporacy in the NHS Clinical Audit Understand the principles of audit. An understanding of general principles, scientific method and interpretation of literature. Evidence of participation in audit projects. Evidence of personal research projects and their presentation. Publications in peer-reviewed journals Teaching Experience Experience in teaching both undergraduate and postgraduate trainees and basic knowledge of general teaching principles An understanding of general teaching principles. Attendance at teaching the teachers course Administrative & Management Experience An understanding of organisational ability and experience of NHS management tasks Will have attended a National Health Service Management Course appropriate to consultant duties. Other Attributes Clear, concise and well-presented CV. An interest in teaching and education. Physically and mentally fit with satisfactory occupational health clearance Clearly formulated career goals. Experience in the training or development of trainees in medicine. 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.
Feb 03, 2025
Full time
Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust require a dynamic and forward-thinking Consultant to join the Gastroenterology team. This post will be based at the University Hospital Lewisham (UHL) site: one of two acute sites operated by the Trust, with the other being Queen Elizabeth Hospital (QEH) in Woolwich. The Trust provides services for the more than 666,000 people living across the London boroughs of Lewisham, Greenwich and Bexley. Each site has an increasingly busy Endoscopy department, performing more than 10,000 procedures each year. UHL also acts as the lead site for Bowel Cancer Screening across South East London. The post is a 10 PA appointment, with the post-holder expected to undertake 2 endoscopy lists and clinics each week, while participating in in-patient ward work reviewing acute Gastroenterology admissions. The post holder will also participate in the on-call GI Bleed rota. The Gastroenterology Department at UHL consists of 6 Consultants, 2 Registrars, a Specialist Doctor and three specialist nurses (IBD and viral hepatitis). The establishment at the QEH site includes 6 Consultants, 2 Specialist Registrars, 3 Clinical Fellows and 3 specialist nurses with responsibilities for IBD, viral hepatitis and endoscopy. A number of specialist Gastroenterology services have been established at the Trust including ERCP, oesophageal physiology, capsule endoscopy and fibro scanning. Main duties of the job To undertake high quality diagnostic and therapeutic upper and lower GI endoscopy To participate in the provision of a high quality out-patient Gastroenterology service, including patient administration To manage Gastroenterology in-patients Key tasks: The post-holder will attend the weekly multidisciplinary meetings and weekly governance meetings Active participation in the management and development of the specialty and the introduction of new services Contribute to the educational programme, including weekly departmental meetings and teaching Act as the joint clinical supervisor for SpRs in Gastroenterology Participation in Pathology and Multidisciplinary Team Meeting Participation in medical audit Participation in the Trust consultant appraisal process Comply with the requirements for Continuing Professional Development and revalidation as laid down by the Royal College of Physicians. The trust is committed to providing the time and financial support for these activities A senior consultant will be nominated to each appointee to act as a mentor during the first 12 months in post About us Our people are our greatest asset. When we feel supported and happy at work, this positivity reaches those very people we are here for, the patients. Engaged employees perform at their best and our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) initiatives contribute to cultivate a culture of engagement. Job responsibilities a. Clinical Responsibilities. The successful applicant will undertake two/three gastroenterology clinics with a general profile of 12 slots (5 new and 7 follow ups) and two overbooking slots and two/three endoscopy sessions consisting of 12 points per list. There will also be an involvement in the management of in-patients including a weekly morning round of gastroenterology patients admitted to the acute medical unit (AMU) and daily rounds of the gastroenterology patients when on the wards (shared between consultants). The main duties and responsibilities of the post include: To undertake high quality diagnostic and therapeutic upper and lower GI endoscopy To participate in the provision of a high quality out-patient Gastroenterology service, including patient administration The post-holder will attend the weekly multidisciplinary meetings and monthly governance meetings b. Medical Education & Teaching Contribute to the General Medicine educational programme, including weekly departmental meetings and teaching Act as the joint clinical supervisor for SpRs in Gastroenterology c. Clinical Audit and Clinical Governance Attend and actively participate in the regular gastroenterology governance meetings Undertake high quality audit projects and participate in the collection of data required to meet national quality standards. d. Continuing Professional Development Participate in continuing professional development at local and national level Implement audit and research findings as appropriate in clinical practice Prepare and participate in an annual appraisal in accordance with Trust policy A willingness to undertake additional professional responsibilities at local, regional or national levels e. Policy, Planning and Management Support the Trust to deliver quality patient care Contribute to the development of clinical and organisational protocols and guidelines Assist in the development of the Annual Service Plan for the Directorate and Division and participate in the strategic planning of the service Comply with all Trust policies Contribute to good communications between the department and the other relevant staff/departments within the Trust, outside agencies including Social Services, General Practitioners, other Gastroenterology Departments in neighbouring Trusts and the Emergency Services. To lead or participate in the development of improved workflow through the Gastroenterology Department, ensuring better patient experience and increased efficiency. All candidates must have an MBBS or equivalent, registered with the GMC, MRCP or equivalent and must have the CCT for Gastroenterology and General Medicine. Applicants with a wide variety of sub-specialties such as nutrition, hepatology and IBD are invited to apply. Person Specification Qualifications MBBS or equivalent. MRCP or equivalent. CCT for Gastroenterology and General Medicine Distinctions, scholarships, prizes. Other degrees, e.g. BSc MSc, MD Registration Full Registration with the GMC To be on the Specialist Register for Gastroenterology on the date of commencement in post or to be within 6 months of obtaining CCT on a UK training program at date of interview Clinical Experience Evidence of leadership. Able to take responsibility and cope with stressful situations. Able to get on with other members of the multidisciplinary team. A sympathetic approach to patients and relatives. Ability to establish good professional relationships with others Critical and enquiring approach to knowledge acquisition. To have undertaken a postgraduate communication skills course (or ensure that you have undertaken one within one year of appointment). An understanding of corporacy in the NHS Clinical Audit Understand the principles of audit. An understanding of general principles, scientific method and interpretation of literature. Evidence of participation in audit projects. Evidence of personal research projects and their presentation. Publications in peer-reviewed journals Teaching Experience Experience in teaching both undergraduate and postgraduate trainees and basic knowledge of general teaching principles An understanding of general teaching principles. Attendance at teaching the teachers course Administrative & Management Experience An understanding of organisational ability and experience of NHS management tasks Will have attended a National Health Service Management Course appropriate to consultant duties. Other Attributes Clear, concise and well-presented CV. An interest in teaching and education. Physically and mentally fit with satisfactory occupational health clearance Clearly formulated career goals. Experience in the training or development of trainees in medicine. 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.
Croydon is a busy, exciting and diverse place to work. The borough has one of the youngest populations in London and continues to grow. Croydon Health Services cares for local people at Croydon University Hospital, Purley Memorial Hospital and in clinics and people's homes all across the borough. We are a very close-knit and friendly organisation where everyone of our 3600 members of staff is valued. We strongly believe that our employees are our greatest asset and so through Listening into Action - our way of engaging staff - we empower everyone at any level to initiate and bring about real improvements in our care. Join us and be a part of the team that is making Croydon proud. Job overview Gastroenterology Consultant Post: The Department of Gastroenterology at Croydon University Hospital is a strong department looking to expand and continue to deliver excellence for patients of Croydon. The department currently consists of 4 full time consultant and 1 part-time consultant. This appointment will ensure that department continues to deliver an excellent outpatient, endoscopy and inpatient service for Croydon. Croydon University Hospital is a busy District General Hospital, serving the population of Croydon. Within this role you can look forward to a professional structure where we have excellent links with the local GPs, as well as the opportunity to work in a large and developing department with enthusiastic colleagues. It is expected that the applicants will be experienced in gastroenterology and upper and lower GI endoscopy. They will be expected to participate in the general medical on-call, as well as a regional second on-call GI bleed rota. The successful applicants should have an audit and research portfolio, with an ongoing interest in expanding the portfolio and participation in clinical trial recruitment. They should also demonstrate management responsibilities and a significant commitment to teaching and training of junior staff. Main duties of the job The post holder will be responsible for providing inpatient care to approximately 14 GI patients on the Gastroenterology firm. They will be on-call 1 in 26 for acute medicine. A linked GIM Consultant provides inpatient care to the GIM patients assigned to the firm. The successful applicant will partake in a ward cover (consultant-of-the-week) rota, spending one week in five covering the ward and referrals (with suspension of usual morning programmed activities). The post holder will be expected to have between 2 and 3 endoscopy lists per week: one training, one mixed and/or one dedicated to Colitis surveillance as well as two outpatient clinics. This post is aimed at Gastroenterologists with a sub-specialist interest in Inflammatory Bowel disease and/or therapeutic upper and lower GI endoscopy. Another area which requires development at the trust is participation in GI clinical trials. Working for our organisation Croydon Health Services NHS Trust provide hospital and community services from a number of community and specialist clinics throughout Croydon. These include: • Croydon University Hospital • Purley Hospital • The Sickle Cell and Thalassaemia Centre in Thornton Heath • Community bases at Purley, Sanderstead, New Addington, Broad Green, Woodside • A minor injuries unit in New Addington The Trust was formed on 1st August 2010 through the integration of Croydon Community Health Services and Mayday Healthcare NHS Trust. Around 3,500 staff provide services for a population of over 360,000 people who are relatively young with a high level of ethnic diversity. Our Vision: "Excellent integrated care for you and your family, when and where you need it" Our 5 key 'Here for you' promises to the people of Croydon are: • You feel cared for by helpful and welcoming staff • You feel in safe hands with highly professional staff • You feel confident in your treatment from skilled teams of compassionate clinicians • You feel we value your time with convenient appointments, minimal waiting and care closer to home • You feel it's getting better all the time as we continue to improve our services " As an NHS Trust we strongly encourage and support vaccination uptake as this remains the best line of defence against COVID19." Detailed job description and main responsibilities Gastroenterology Consultant Post: The Department of Gastroenterology at Croydon University Hospital is a strong department looking to expand and continue to deliver excellence for patients of Croydon. The department currently consists of 4 full time consultant and 1 part-time consultant. This appointment will ensure that department continues to deliver an excellent outpatient, endoscopy and inpatient service for Croydon. Croydon University Hospital is a busy District General Hospital, serving the population of Croydon. Within this role you can look forward to a professional structure where we have excellent links with the local GPs, as well as the opportunity to work in a large and developing department with enthusiastic colleagues. It is expected that the applicants will be experienced in gastroenterology and upper and lower GI endoscopy. They will be expected to participate in the general medical on-call, as well as a regional second on-call GI bleed rota. The successful applicants should have an audit and research portfolio, with an ongoing interest in expanding the portfolio and participation in clinical trial recruitment. They should also demonstrate management responsibilities and a significant commitment to teaching and training of junior staff. Person specification Qualifications MB BS or equivalent Inclusion in the Specialist Register for Gastroenterology or equivalent and General (Internal) Medicine, or within 6 months of CCT at time of interview. Name on Specialist Register on date of taking appointment. Full registration with the GMC Higher degree (MD, PhD or equivalent) Audit Thorough understanding of principles of medical audit. Must have undertaken and completed audit projects. Training and Experience Fully trained in Gastroenterology and or Hepatology, and Upper & Lower GI endoscopy with evidence of JAG accreditation At least 2 years' substantive previous NHS experience at SPR level (or equivalent). Evidence of advanced training Evidence of advanced training in ERCP and diagnostic EUS Experience in day to day organisation of services in a busy hospital Willingness to develop further in ERCP, therapeutic EUS and Hepatology Experience in the development of clinical guidelines Management and Leadership Able to demonstrate leadership capability within multi-disciplinary teams Ability to organise and manage work Understanding of the principles of clinical governance Management course and/or qualification Evidence of experience managing clinical service change Research and Publications Experience of clinical research. Relevant research experience in one or more aspects of specialty specific topic Publication of relevant review articles or case reports. Personal skills and attributes Effective communicator, able to work in a multidisciplinary team and co-operate with all medical and paramedical staff Flexible, able to cover colleagues' absence Professional attitude towards work, reliability, good record of attendance and tidy personal appearance We particularly welcome applications from black, asian and minority ethnic candidates as there is an under-representation at senior level within Croydon Health Services NHS Trust. We offer many flexible and part-time working opportunities and all of our substantive & Fixed Term employees can enjoy a range of staff benefits, including parking, a gym, an active health and wellbeing programme, an on-site nursery and a cycle to work scheme. We value diversity and promote equality of opportunity. DETAILS ON APPLICATION PROCESS Please note that no job offer or volunteer placement will be made until satisfactory references have been received. You are asked to provide email addresses for all referees, and ensure their accuracy before submitting your application. If you need to discuss any reasonable adjustments under the Equality Act, require the application form in a different format or would like advice in regard to the recruitment process, please email the South West London Recruitment Nursing:- For Non-Nursing:- In submitting an application form, you authorise our Trust to confirm any previous NHS service details via the ESR IAT process, if applicable, should you be appointed. WE COMMUNICATE TO ALL JOB APPLICANTS VIA THE E-MAIL ADDRESS WHICH HAS BEEN PROVIDED ON THE APPLICATION FORM. PLEASE ENSURE THAT YOU CHECK YOUR E-MAIL ON A REGULAR BASIS Due to the high volumes of applications we receive, we reserve the right to close any adverts before the published closing date once we have received a sufficient number of applications. If you decide to apply for this post, but do not hear back from us within four weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been short-listed on this occasion. TIER 2 CERTIFICATE OF SPONSORSHIP Applications from job seekers who require Tier 2 sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However . click apply for full job details
Dec 08, 2022
Full time
Croydon is a busy, exciting and diverse place to work. The borough has one of the youngest populations in London and continues to grow. Croydon Health Services cares for local people at Croydon University Hospital, Purley Memorial Hospital and in clinics and people's homes all across the borough. We are a very close-knit and friendly organisation where everyone of our 3600 members of staff is valued. We strongly believe that our employees are our greatest asset and so through Listening into Action - our way of engaging staff - we empower everyone at any level to initiate and bring about real improvements in our care. Join us and be a part of the team that is making Croydon proud. Job overview Gastroenterology Consultant Post: The Department of Gastroenterology at Croydon University Hospital is a strong department looking to expand and continue to deliver excellence for patients of Croydon. The department currently consists of 4 full time consultant and 1 part-time consultant. This appointment will ensure that department continues to deliver an excellent outpatient, endoscopy and inpatient service for Croydon. Croydon University Hospital is a busy District General Hospital, serving the population of Croydon. Within this role you can look forward to a professional structure where we have excellent links with the local GPs, as well as the opportunity to work in a large and developing department with enthusiastic colleagues. It is expected that the applicants will be experienced in gastroenterology and upper and lower GI endoscopy. They will be expected to participate in the general medical on-call, as well as a regional second on-call GI bleed rota. The successful applicants should have an audit and research portfolio, with an ongoing interest in expanding the portfolio and participation in clinical trial recruitment. They should also demonstrate management responsibilities and a significant commitment to teaching and training of junior staff. Main duties of the job The post holder will be responsible for providing inpatient care to approximately 14 GI patients on the Gastroenterology firm. They will be on-call 1 in 26 for acute medicine. A linked GIM Consultant provides inpatient care to the GIM patients assigned to the firm. The successful applicant will partake in a ward cover (consultant-of-the-week) rota, spending one week in five covering the ward and referrals (with suspension of usual morning programmed activities). The post holder will be expected to have between 2 and 3 endoscopy lists per week: one training, one mixed and/or one dedicated to Colitis surveillance as well as two outpatient clinics. This post is aimed at Gastroenterologists with a sub-specialist interest in Inflammatory Bowel disease and/or therapeutic upper and lower GI endoscopy. Another area which requires development at the trust is participation in GI clinical trials. Working for our organisation Croydon Health Services NHS Trust provide hospital and community services from a number of community and specialist clinics throughout Croydon. These include: • Croydon University Hospital • Purley Hospital • The Sickle Cell and Thalassaemia Centre in Thornton Heath • Community bases at Purley, Sanderstead, New Addington, Broad Green, Woodside • A minor injuries unit in New Addington The Trust was formed on 1st August 2010 through the integration of Croydon Community Health Services and Mayday Healthcare NHS Trust. Around 3,500 staff provide services for a population of over 360,000 people who are relatively young with a high level of ethnic diversity. Our Vision: "Excellent integrated care for you and your family, when and where you need it" Our 5 key 'Here for you' promises to the people of Croydon are: • You feel cared for by helpful and welcoming staff • You feel in safe hands with highly professional staff • You feel confident in your treatment from skilled teams of compassionate clinicians • You feel we value your time with convenient appointments, minimal waiting and care closer to home • You feel it's getting better all the time as we continue to improve our services " As an NHS Trust we strongly encourage and support vaccination uptake as this remains the best line of defence against COVID19." Detailed job description and main responsibilities Gastroenterology Consultant Post: The Department of Gastroenterology at Croydon University Hospital is a strong department looking to expand and continue to deliver excellence for patients of Croydon. The department currently consists of 4 full time consultant and 1 part-time consultant. This appointment will ensure that department continues to deliver an excellent outpatient, endoscopy and inpatient service for Croydon. Croydon University Hospital is a busy District General Hospital, serving the population of Croydon. Within this role you can look forward to a professional structure where we have excellent links with the local GPs, as well as the opportunity to work in a large and developing department with enthusiastic colleagues. It is expected that the applicants will be experienced in gastroenterology and upper and lower GI endoscopy. They will be expected to participate in the general medical on-call, as well as a regional second on-call GI bleed rota. The successful applicants should have an audit and research portfolio, with an ongoing interest in expanding the portfolio and participation in clinical trial recruitment. They should also demonstrate management responsibilities and a significant commitment to teaching and training of junior staff. Person specification Qualifications MB BS or equivalent Inclusion in the Specialist Register for Gastroenterology or equivalent and General (Internal) Medicine, or within 6 months of CCT at time of interview. Name on Specialist Register on date of taking appointment. Full registration with the GMC Higher degree (MD, PhD or equivalent) Audit Thorough understanding of principles of medical audit. Must have undertaken and completed audit projects. Training and Experience Fully trained in Gastroenterology and or Hepatology, and Upper & Lower GI endoscopy with evidence of JAG accreditation At least 2 years' substantive previous NHS experience at SPR level (or equivalent). Evidence of advanced training Evidence of advanced training in ERCP and diagnostic EUS Experience in day to day organisation of services in a busy hospital Willingness to develop further in ERCP, therapeutic EUS and Hepatology Experience in the development of clinical guidelines Management and Leadership Able to demonstrate leadership capability within multi-disciplinary teams Ability to organise and manage work Understanding of the principles of clinical governance Management course and/or qualification Evidence of experience managing clinical service change Research and Publications Experience of clinical research. Relevant research experience in one or more aspects of specialty specific topic Publication of relevant review articles or case reports. Personal skills and attributes Effective communicator, able to work in a multidisciplinary team and co-operate with all medical and paramedical staff Flexible, able to cover colleagues' absence Professional attitude towards work, reliability, good record of attendance and tidy personal appearance We particularly welcome applications from black, asian and minority ethnic candidates as there is an under-representation at senior level within Croydon Health Services NHS Trust. We offer many flexible and part-time working opportunities and all of our substantive & Fixed Term employees can enjoy a range of staff benefits, including parking, a gym, an active health and wellbeing programme, an on-site nursery and a cycle to work scheme. We value diversity and promote equality of opportunity. DETAILS ON APPLICATION PROCESS Please note that no job offer or volunteer placement will be made until satisfactory references have been received. You are asked to provide email addresses for all referees, and ensure their accuracy before submitting your application. If you need to discuss any reasonable adjustments under the Equality Act, require the application form in a different format or would like advice in regard to the recruitment process, please email the South West London Recruitment Nursing:- For Non-Nursing:- In submitting an application form, you authorise our Trust to confirm any previous NHS service details via the ESR IAT process, if applicable, should you be appointed. WE COMMUNICATE TO ALL JOB APPLICANTS VIA THE E-MAIL ADDRESS WHICH HAS BEEN PROVIDED ON THE APPLICATION FORM. PLEASE ENSURE THAT YOU CHECK YOUR E-MAIL ON A REGULAR BASIS Due to the high volumes of applications we receive, we reserve the right to close any adverts before the published closing date once we have received a sufficient number of applications. If you decide to apply for this post, but do not hear back from us within four weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been short-listed on this occasion. TIER 2 CERTIFICATE OF SPONSORSHIP Applications from job seekers who require Tier 2 sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However . click apply for full job details
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
Bodelwyddan, Clwyd
If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and Proud to Lead competence framework. Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme. We also offer a number of family-friendly benefits, including childcare voucher schemes, work-life balance policies. Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form. Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English. Job overview Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) seek to appoint consultant gastroenterologists to Glan Clwyd Hospital. The recruitment is both for replacement and expansion of the department to support specialist areas (particularly ERCP, hepatology and nutrition) and the introduction of a formal out of hours networked gastrointestinal bleed service. They will join a team of two consultant gastroenterologists, 1 StR, 1 Clinical Fellow, 2 IMT or equivalent, 1 FY2 and 2 FY1. The department of medicine provides ward based care, the gastroenterology firm based on ward 9 which was refurbished as part of the hospital redevelopment programme. As part of the Health Board s strategic collaboration with Bangor University, individuals with an interest in teaching and research who can demonstrate and agree a possible contribution to the School can be considered and nominated for recognition through the University s process for granting honorary titles and help to deliver our shared vision for the North Wales School of Medicine and Health. Main duties of the job There is a nutrition support team, for which one of the successfully appointed candidates will be expected to provide clinical leadership. The team comprises of two nutrition nurses, dietician, and pharmacist. There is a weekly MDT and ward round which is worked flexibly as one session. Inflammatory bowel disease patients are supported by the department of gastroenterology with an IBD nurse / endoscopy nurse (awaiting funding for a second nurse). The post holder will share inpatient and outpatient general gastroenterology workload. Currently there is no formal on site out of hours endoscopy service, but the Health Board is developing a service which the post holders will be expected to participate in subject to further negotiation once the framework of this service is established. It is agreed that the post holders will not participate in the general medical on call, although this is available should the candidate wish to do so. The department would provide an in reach service to optimise patient management and discharge from the acute medical unit. This will be a weekday service, extending to a weekend service on the introduction of a formal out of hours GI bleed rota. Working for our organisation The post holders will be expected to contribute to regular endoscopy sessions in the dedicated endoscopy unit based at Glan Clwyd. The unit has three endoscopy rooms (two operational until further refurbishment of the recovery area) with endoscopy provided by dedicated endoscopy staff providing upper and lower GI endoscopic diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic service, with ERCP in the department of radiology. The unit provides the EUS service for North Wales and is a bowel cancer screening accredited unit. These posts will be based at Glan Clwyd Hospital where 3.5 consultant gastroenterologists currently provide the service with a potential need to provide support to other sites those subspecialised in ERCP. Detailed job description and main responsibilities Full Job Description and Person Specification is included in all additional documents. Please refer to these. Person specification Qualifications GMC Registration Full MRCP Entry on the GMC Specialist Register via CCST/CCT in Gastroenterology and general medicine (proposed CCT date within 6 months of the interview), certificate of eligibility for specialist registration (CESR), or European Community Rights Higher Post-Grad qualification Experience At least 4 years supervised training in an appropriate Gastroenterology SpR equivalent training programme Experience in Endoscopy, independent at diagnostic and therapeutic OGD and colonoscopy Subspecialty interest in nutrition Subspecialty interest in ERCP Subspecialty interest in hepatology To work in the UK, all candidates who are not UK or Republic of Ireland (RoI) nationals require sponsorship to obtain either a Health and Care visa or Skilled Worker visa , unless you have permission to work via another route. Non UK / RoI candidates wishing to apply should self-assess the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship by visiting Work in the UK . If you are eligible for the Health and Care visa, application costs are lower and you do not need to pay the annual Immigration Health Surcharge. Employer certification / accreditation badges You must have appropriate UK professional registration. This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service. Name Dr Aram Baghomian Job title Consultant Gastroenterologist Email address If you have problems applying, contact Address Block 14 Glan Clwyd Hospital Bodelwyddan LL18 5UJ Telephone Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board is the operational name of Betsi Cadwaladr University Local Health Board
Aug 28, 2022
Full time
If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and Proud to Lead competence framework. Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme. We also offer a number of family-friendly benefits, including childcare voucher schemes, work-life balance policies. Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form. Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English. Job overview Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) seek to appoint consultant gastroenterologists to Glan Clwyd Hospital. The recruitment is both for replacement and expansion of the department to support specialist areas (particularly ERCP, hepatology and nutrition) and the introduction of a formal out of hours networked gastrointestinal bleed service. They will join a team of two consultant gastroenterologists, 1 StR, 1 Clinical Fellow, 2 IMT or equivalent, 1 FY2 and 2 FY1. The department of medicine provides ward based care, the gastroenterology firm based on ward 9 which was refurbished as part of the hospital redevelopment programme. As part of the Health Board s strategic collaboration with Bangor University, individuals with an interest in teaching and research who can demonstrate and agree a possible contribution to the School can be considered and nominated for recognition through the University s process for granting honorary titles and help to deliver our shared vision for the North Wales School of Medicine and Health. Main duties of the job There is a nutrition support team, for which one of the successfully appointed candidates will be expected to provide clinical leadership. The team comprises of two nutrition nurses, dietician, and pharmacist. There is a weekly MDT and ward round which is worked flexibly as one session. Inflammatory bowel disease patients are supported by the department of gastroenterology with an IBD nurse / endoscopy nurse (awaiting funding for a second nurse). The post holder will share inpatient and outpatient general gastroenterology workload. Currently there is no formal on site out of hours endoscopy service, but the Health Board is developing a service which the post holders will be expected to participate in subject to further negotiation once the framework of this service is established. It is agreed that the post holders will not participate in the general medical on call, although this is available should the candidate wish to do so. The department would provide an in reach service to optimise patient management and discharge from the acute medical unit. This will be a weekday service, extending to a weekend service on the introduction of a formal out of hours GI bleed rota. Working for our organisation The post holders will be expected to contribute to regular endoscopy sessions in the dedicated endoscopy unit based at Glan Clwyd. The unit has three endoscopy rooms (two operational until further refurbishment of the recovery area) with endoscopy provided by dedicated endoscopy staff providing upper and lower GI endoscopic diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic service, with ERCP in the department of radiology. The unit provides the EUS service for North Wales and is a bowel cancer screening accredited unit. These posts will be based at Glan Clwyd Hospital where 3.5 consultant gastroenterologists currently provide the service with a potential need to provide support to other sites those subspecialised in ERCP. Detailed job description and main responsibilities Full Job Description and Person Specification is included in all additional documents. Please refer to these. Person specification Qualifications GMC Registration Full MRCP Entry on the GMC Specialist Register via CCST/CCT in Gastroenterology and general medicine (proposed CCT date within 6 months of the interview), certificate of eligibility for specialist registration (CESR), or European Community Rights Higher Post-Grad qualification Experience At least 4 years supervised training in an appropriate Gastroenterology SpR equivalent training programme Experience in Endoscopy, independent at diagnostic and therapeutic OGD and colonoscopy Subspecialty interest in nutrition Subspecialty interest in ERCP Subspecialty interest in hepatology To work in the UK, all candidates who are not UK or Republic of Ireland (RoI) nationals require sponsorship to obtain either a Health and Care visa or Skilled Worker visa , unless you have permission to work via another route. Non UK / RoI candidates wishing to apply should self-assess the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship by visiting Work in the UK . If you are eligible for the Health and Care visa, application costs are lower and you do not need to pay the annual Immigration Health Surcharge. Employer certification / accreditation badges You must have appropriate UK professional registration. This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service. Name Dr Aram Baghomian Job title Consultant Gastroenterologist Email address If you have problems applying, contact Address Block 14 Glan Clwyd Hospital Bodelwyddan LL18 5UJ Telephone Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board is the operational name of Betsi Cadwaladr University Local Health Board
Job overview Community Continence Nurse Band 5 £29,553 - £36,265 per annum inc HCAS + £2k Salary incentive Are you a nurse who wants to work in a busy specialist area, with a keen interest in Bladder and Bowel? You need to have a can do attitude and experience of working with and assessing patients with bladder and or bowel dysfunction. This post offers the chance to develop skills and knowledge within Bladder and Bowel care whilst being supported by team members. We see clients of all ages, many of whom, self refer to the service. The work is varied and you will be working independently within patient's homes and occasionally in a clinic setting, providing assessments and treatments to adults with bladder and or bowel symptoms. There will be a lot of support to achieve the necessary skills and knowledge before you work and assess independently. Additional Welcome bonus of £1,000 after 6 months in post /successful completion of probationary period and £1,000 after 12 months in post Main duties of the job The post holder will undertake a range of delegated tasks, reporting to the Bladder and Bowel Nurse Specialists. You will assist in the provision of a high quality and efficient service to all users. You need to be sensitive to patients' needs and adaptable in working in often a very busy environment. The team you will be joining are supportive and forward thinking with patient care at the centre of all they do. The team receive excellent feedback on care Opinion so why don t you log on and search for Bromley Healthcare on careopinion to see the reviews. Working for our organisation Bromley Healthcare is a community interest company providing a wide range of services including community nursing services such as district nursing, health visiting to specialist nurses, as well as therapy services for children, young people and adults. Salary is dependant on NHS experience and current banding/pay point. Excellent benefits package available including various pension schemes, discounted gym membership, cycle to work scheme, discounted electronics, access to EAP, high street discounts, Blue Light Card eligibility, opportunity to apply for low interest personal loans and an excellent lease car scheme and we are constantly looking to expand our staff benefits. We are passionate about caring for our service users, and their family and friends, as well as the wellbeing of our colleagues. That's why we encourage all colleagues to take up the offer of the Coronavirus vaccination. The government are currently consulting on whether to continue with planned legislation that would make vaccination a legal requirement for certain roles in the health and care sector. It may become a legal requirement for some roles at Bromley Healthcare. As such, all applicants should be mindful of this when applying to join us and may be required to evidence their vaccination status prior to joining or once they have joined. This includes non-clinical roles that may have contact with patients and service users by virtue of entering our premises. Detailed job description and main responsibilities To work in collaboration with all Community nursing teams, the acute services, social services, and Allied Health professionals to ensure quality service delivery, using local and national guidelines. Support/advise others in the co-ordination of complex Continence cases and liaise with appropriate services in the management of acute "at risk" patients working in support of MDT to facilitate the discharge of patients with bladder/bowel conditions in the community. Contribute to the development of the service Attend multidisciplinary team meetings and appropriate forums in order to gain and disseminate appropriate information to others in the speciality Work collaboratively and in partnership with other practitioners Work with Health and Social Care Practitioners within Community, Primary, Social and Acute Care with an interest or involvement in Continence management to develop a comprehensive and integrated Continence service for the patients in Bromley Provide training sessions to internal and external staff on continence promotion To support the most vulnerable patients by collaborating with practice teams, district nurses, community matrons and other specialist nurses, social and secondary care staff to ensure a high standard of care is provided for these patients. Receive and triage direct referrals, to provide assessment of the patient s needs with support of other practitioners Develop own knowledge and expertise within the speciality related to patient treatment, care pathways and health promotion Assist with the monitoring and review of the effectiveness of interventions with the patient and colleagues, agreeing changes to meet needs and established goals Act as a Mentor to students and other members of the TeamsRachel Corney
Aug 01, 2022
Full time
Job overview Community Continence Nurse Band 5 £29,553 - £36,265 per annum inc HCAS + £2k Salary incentive Are you a nurse who wants to work in a busy specialist area, with a keen interest in Bladder and Bowel? You need to have a can do attitude and experience of working with and assessing patients with bladder and or bowel dysfunction. This post offers the chance to develop skills and knowledge within Bladder and Bowel care whilst being supported by team members. We see clients of all ages, many of whom, self refer to the service. The work is varied and you will be working independently within patient's homes and occasionally in a clinic setting, providing assessments and treatments to adults with bladder and or bowel symptoms. There will be a lot of support to achieve the necessary skills and knowledge before you work and assess independently. Additional Welcome bonus of £1,000 after 6 months in post /successful completion of probationary period and £1,000 after 12 months in post Main duties of the job The post holder will undertake a range of delegated tasks, reporting to the Bladder and Bowel Nurse Specialists. You will assist in the provision of a high quality and efficient service to all users. You need to be sensitive to patients' needs and adaptable in working in often a very busy environment. The team you will be joining are supportive and forward thinking with patient care at the centre of all they do. The team receive excellent feedback on care Opinion so why don t you log on and search for Bromley Healthcare on careopinion to see the reviews. Working for our organisation Bromley Healthcare is a community interest company providing a wide range of services including community nursing services such as district nursing, health visiting to specialist nurses, as well as therapy services for children, young people and adults. Salary is dependant on NHS experience and current banding/pay point. Excellent benefits package available including various pension schemes, discounted gym membership, cycle to work scheme, discounted electronics, access to EAP, high street discounts, Blue Light Card eligibility, opportunity to apply for low interest personal loans and an excellent lease car scheme and we are constantly looking to expand our staff benefits. We are passionate about caring for our service users, and their family and friends, as well as the wellbeing of our colleagues. That's why we encourage all colleagues to take up the offer of the Coronavirus vaccination. The government are currently consulting on whether to continue with planned legislation that would make vaccination a legal requirement for certain roles in the health and care sector. It may become a legal requirement for some roles at Bromley Healthcare. As such, all applicants should be mindful of this when applying to join us and may be required to evidence their vaccination status prior to joining or once they have joined. This includes non-clinical roles that may have contact with patients and service users by virtue of entering our premises. Detailed job description and main responsibilities To work in collaboration with all Community nursing teams, the acute services, social services, and Allied Health professionals to ensure quality service delivery, using local and national guidelines. Support/advise others in the co-ordination of complex Continence cases and liaise with appropriate services in the management of acute "at risk" patients working in support of MDT to facilitate the discharge of patients with bladder/bowel conditions in the community. Contribute to the development of the service Attend multidisciplinary team meetings and appropriate forums in order to gain and disseminate appropriate information to others in the speciality Work collaboratively and in partnership with other practitioners Work with Health and Social Care Practitioners within Community, Primary, Social and Acute Care with an interest or involvement in Continence management to develop a comprehensive and integrated Continence service for the patients in Bromley Provide training sessions to internal and external staff on continence promotion To support the most vulnerable patients by collaborating with practice teams, district nurses, community matrons and other specialist nurses, social and secondary care staff to ensure a high standard of care is provided for these patients. Receive and triage direct referrals, to provide assessment of the patient s needs with support of other practitioners Develop own knowledge and expertise within the speciality related to patient treatment, care pathways and health promotion Assist with the monitoring and review of the effectiveness of interventions with the patient and colleagues, agreeing changes to meet needs and established goals Act as a Mentor to students and other members of the TeamsRachel Corney