Applications are invited for a dynamic and motivated Consultant Radiologist with an interest in GI Radiology at Frimley Health. The post will primarily support the new community diagnostic centre and its reporting requirements. We are offering an opportunity to join an established and pro-active team to respond to this growing service. The post will be based out of the newly refurbished Wexham Park Hospital with reporting and ultrasound opportunities at Heatherwood hospital and the new community diagnostic centre in Upton, Slough. The successful applicants will provide a full range of GI radiology and general radiology including CT, MRI, plain film, ultrasound and fluoroscopy. Participation in multidisciplinary team meetings is also expected and proficiency in small bowel ultrasound would be desirable. Main duties of the job PURPOSE OF JOB: To provide a full General Radiology service for the Trust and support the new community diagnostic centre -with a special interest in Gastro-intestinal imaging. Audit and Clinical Governance A half day per month is dedicated to audit and teaching. All elective work is cancelled for this session and staff are expected to attend and participate as part of clinical governance arrangements. There is also a developing peer review programme and errors meeting. All CPD requirements must be met. Consultant meetings are held monthly and are chaired by the Clinical Lead. On Call The post requires participation in a full and active on call service with internal cover Teaching The Radiology team at Wexham Park, Heatherwood and Parapet sites are part of the Oxford Deanery Radiology Training Scheme About us Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust is committed to being an inclusive and disability confident employer and has been awarded the Gold for the Armed Forces Employment Recognition Scheme. We provide first class development opportunities for all staff and have a wide range of professional, management and leadership, and clinical skills training available. Here at Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust, we know how important it is to have a healthy work life balance this benefits not only individuals but the patients we care for too. We encourage applications from people who wish to work on a flexible basis, recognising that flexibility may mean a range of different working patterns and hours, we do our utmost to work with our staff to meet their needs and the needs of our service and its users. Frimley Health Trust benefits on Vimeo Job description Job responsibilities Able to evaluate own Radiological practice Able to demonstrate innovative thinking Good written and oral communication skills Be able to work effectively in a team Able to demonstrate effective leadership skills Ability to organise and develop service provision Able to manage own time effectively and prioritise work accordingly A wide grounding during training of all aspects of Urological / GI / Emergency and General Radiology including cross sectional imaging CT, MRI & Ultrasound Experience of teaching undergraduates, postgraduates and trainee specialists Understand principles and participated in audit activity Understand the principles of Clinical Governance and demonstrate experience of evidence based practice Ability to apply research outcomes to clinical and Radiological problems Person Specification Qualifications Essential Full GMC registration FRCR or equivalent Knowledge of legislation relating to Radiology Knowledge of latest RCR guidance relating to GI imaging Desirable MRCP or equivalent registration Specific Competencies Essential Ability to evaluate own Radiological practice Demonstrate innovative thinking Team Worker Ability to organise and develop service provision Professional/ Specialist Essential Wide grounding during training Experience of teaching Understand the principles of clinical Governance Apply research outcomes to clinical practice Desirable Ability to manage / contribute to MDM Undertake research with published papers 151-WPHCON-39
May 23, 2025
Full time
Applications are invited for a dynamic and motivated Consultant Radiologist with an interest in GI Radiology at Frimley Health. The post will primarily support the new community diagnostic centre and its reporting requirements. We are offering an opportunity to join an established and pro-active team to respond to this growing service. The post will be based out of the newly refurbished Wexham Park Hospital with reporting and ultrasound opportunities at Heatherwood hospital and the new community diagnostic centre in Upton, Slough. The successful applicants will provide a full range of GI radiology and general radiology including CT, MRI, plain film, ultrasound and fluoroscopy. Participation in multidisciplinary team meetings is also expected and proficiency in small bowel ultrasound would be desirable. Main duties of the job PURPOSE OF JOB: To provide a full General Radiology service for the Trust and support the new community diagnostic centre -with a special interest in Gastro-intestinal imaging. Audit and Clinical Governance A half day per month is dedicated to audit and teaching. All elective work is cancelled for this session and staff are expected to attend and participate as part of clinical governance arrangements. There is also a developing peer review programme and errors meeting. All CPD requirements must be met. Consultant meetings are held monthly and are chaired by the Clinical Lead. On Call The post requires participation in a full and active on call service with internal cover Teaching The Radiology team at Wexham Park, Heatherwood and Parapet sites are part of the Oxford Deanery Radiology Training Scheme About us Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust is committed to being an inclusive and disability confident employer and has been awarded the Gold for the Armed Forces Employment Recognition Scheme. We provide first class development opportunities for all staff and have a wide range of professional, management and leadership, and clinical skills training available. Here at Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust, we know how important it is to have a healthy work life balance this benefits not only individuals but the patients we care for too. We encourage applications from people who wish to work on a flexible basis, recognising that flexibility may mean a range of different working patterns and hours, we do our utmost to work with our staff to meet their needs and the needs of our service and its users. Frimley Health Trust benefits on Vimeo Job description Job responsibilities Able to evaluate own Radiological practice Able to demonstrate innovative thinking Good written and oral communication skills Be able to work effectively in a team Able to demonstrate effective leadership skills Ability to organise and develop service provision Able to manage own time effectively and prioritise work accordingly A wide grounding during training of all aspects of Urological / GI / Emergency and General Radiology including cross sectional imaging CT, MRI & Ultrasound Experience of teaching undergraduates, postgraduates and trainee specialists Understand principles and participated in audit activity Understand the principles of Clinical Governance and demonstrate experience of evidence based practice Ability to apply research outcomes to clinical and Radiological problems Person Specification Qualifications Essential Full GMC registration FRCR or equivalent Knowledge of legislation relating to Radiology Knowledge of latest RCR guidance relating to GI imaging Desirable MRCP or equivalent registration Specific Competencies Essential Ability to evaluate own Radiological practice Demonstrate innovative thinking Team Worker Ability to organise and develop service provision Professional/ Specialist Essential Wide grounding during training Experience of teaching Understand the principles of clinical Governance Apply research outcomes to clinical practice Desirable Ability to manage / contribute to MDM Undertake research with published papers 151-WPHCON-39
Go back Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Consultant in Paediatric Gastroenterology The closing date is 02 June 2025 West London Children's Healthcare are seeking a full-time Consultant Paediatric Gastroenterologist to join the dynamic West London Children's Healthcare Paediatric Gastroenterology team at Chelsea & Westminster Hospital. The successful applicant will join our team providing excellent care to our local children and families across the tertiary Paediatric Gastroenterology service as part of West London Children's, and will be based primarily at the Chelsea and Westminster site. This 10PA post comprises attending weeks (presently 1:4) and the remaining time is focused on elective work.The appointee will receive mentoring and support from the team of Paediatric Gastroenterology Consultants. As well as Gastroenterology, West London Children's Healthcare also provides tertiary Endocrinology, Neurology, Dermatology, Burns, Plastics, Level 2 Paediatric Critical Care and a range of other services at the Chelsea and Westminster site, including Craniofacial and Orthopaedic surgery. Other specialties include ENT, Ophthalmology, Dental and Orthognathic surgery. Patients are thus from the local area, wider North West London sector and beyond, often based on patient choice. The Paediatric Burns unit is part of the London and South East England Burns Network (LSEBN) and covers a wide geographical area. Main duties of the job The Paediatric Gastroenterology & Nutrition service provides a multidisciplinary approach to the assessment and management of acute and chronic gastrointestinal disorders and it coordinates the activity of the Nutrition Team. Medical and surgical expertise are closely linked, particularly in relation to the Neonatal Unit and also to the management of children with inflammatory bowel disease. The Gastroenterology/Nutrition service covers the sub-specialty needs of children from NW London and beyond. Clinics take place in a multidisciplinary setting running in parallel with Paediatric Surgical clinics. Sub-speciality clinics include IBD, motility, intestinal rehabilitation and feeding clinic. There is comprehensive Dietetic, Pharmaceutical and Psychological support. Inpatients are managed by the GI/Nutrition Multidisciplinary Team on the Paediatric wards, adolescent unit, and day case beds. Endoscopy (3 lists per week) takes place in dedicated Paediatric Theatres adjacent to the inpatient beds. There is also an emergency service with access to emergency endoscopy lists. Motility investigations including oesophageal pH, impedance monitoring and ano-rectal manometry are undertaken. The Nutrition Team provides advice and supervision for the management of children requiring parenteral and enteral nutritional support. We run shared care clinics in several associated hospitals (Northwick Park / St Marks, West Middlesex, Ealing, St Mary's, and Hillingdon). About us Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of England's top-performing and safest trusts. We operate two main acute hospital sites Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital along with award-winning clinics across North West London. Our nearly 7,500 staff care for a diverse population of 1.5 million, providing full clinical services, including maternity, A&E, and children's services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health clinics. The Care Quality Commission rates us 'Good' in safety, effectiveness, care, and responsiveness, and 'Outstanding' in leadership and resource use. We continually invest in our facilities, including a £30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and Westminster and an £80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Middlesex. We are committed to equal opportunities and believe that diversity drives innovation and excellence. As part of our dedication to equity, we actively welcome applications from individuals from the global majority, veterans and underrepresented communities. We value the unique perspectives and experiences that diverse teams bring and are committed to creating an environment where all voices are heard, respected, and empowered to succeed." If you haven't heard from us within three weeks of the closing date, your application was likely unsuccessful. Employment is subject to a six-month probationary period. Some roles may require weekend shifts at multiple sites. Job responsibilities The post-holder will share responsibility with the existing consultant staff to: Provide the highest possible standards of inpatient care in diagnosis and management of children with gastrointestinal / nutritional disorders. Carry out elective and emergency endoscopies. Conduct Gastroenterology out-patient clinics. Develop areas of special interest and service provision to complement the skills of the current Paediatric Gastroenterologists in post (motility especially desirable). Participate in outreach clinics at allied institutions and develop further outreach/shared care work in the West London sector. Provide out of hours advice for gastroenterology/nutrition cases, and out of hours endoscopy. Participate in on call duties (responsibility shared with the other Paediatric Gastroenterology consultants 1:4). Contribute to post-graduate education of junior doctors. Actively contribute to clinical governance including audit. Support and carry out research in line with the departmental research strategy. Undertake specific management tasks and membership of hospital committees as proposed by the Lead Clinician and Directorate Policy Board. Please see our attached job description for more details Person Specification Education and Qualifications MBBS or equivalent MRCPCH or equivalent Full GMC registration with license to practice CCT in Paediatric Gastroenterology Hepatology and Nutrition or UK specialist trainee within 6 months of CCT On GMC specialist register Completion or evidence of working towards a higher academic degree Subspecialty expertise in GI motility Relevant experience in specialty Substantial clinical experience in Paediatric Gastroenterology Ability to take full and independent responsibility for clinical care of patients Experience in managing, and ability to offer clinical opinion on common Paediatric Gastrointestinal emergencies Independently competent in diagnostic upper and lower GI endoscopy Clinical Governance Understanding of clinical governance and audit Experience of participation in regular clinical audit Level 3 paediatric safeguarding training Evidence of written guidelines Management Skills and Teaching Good understanding of the structure and processes of the NHS Organisation, time management, forward planning and attention to detail Undergraduate / postgraduate and formal teaching Ability to teach clinical skills to meet the requirements of doctors in training and nursing staff Knowledge of best practice in management Evidence of leadership skills Knowledge of business planning and budgets Formal teaching qualification 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. Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
May 22, 2025
Full time
Go back Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Consultant in Paediatric Gastroenterology The closing date is 02 June 2025 West London Children's Healthcare are seeking a full-time Consultant Paediatric Gastroenterologist to join the dynamic West London Children's Healthcare Paediatric Gastroenterology team at Chelsea & Westminster Hospital. The successful applicant will join our team providing excellent care to our local children and families across the tertiary Paediatric Gastroenterology service as part of West London Children's, and will be based primarily at the Chelsea and Westminster site. This 10PA post comprises attending weeks (presently 1:4) and the remaining time is focused on elective work.The appointee will receive mentoring and support from the team of Paediatric Gastroenterology Consultants. As well as Gastroenterology, West London Children's Healthcare also provides tertiary Endocrinology, Neurology, Dermatology, Burns, Plastics, Level 2 Paediatric Critical Care and a range of other services at the Chelsea and Westminster site, including Craniofacial and Orthopaedic surgery. Other specialties include ENT, Ophthalmology, Dental and Orthognathic surgery. Patients are thus from the local area, wider North West London sector and beyond, often based on patient choice. The Paediatric Burns unit is part of the London and South East England Burns Network (LSEBN) and covers a wide geographical area. Main duties of the job The Paediatric Gastroenterology & Nutrition service provides a multidisciplinary approach to the assessment and management of acute and chronic gastrointestinal disorders and it coordinates the activity of the Nutrition Team. Medical and surgical expertise are closely linked, particularly in relation to the Neonatal Unit and also to the management of children with inflammatory bowel disease. The Gastroenterology/Nutrition service covers the sub-specialty needs of children from NW London and beyond. Clinics take place in a multidisciplinary setting running in parallel with Paediatric Surgical clinics. Sub-speciality clinics include IBD, motility, intestinal rehabilitation and feeding clinic. There is comprehensive Dietetic, Pharmaceutical and Psychological support. Inpatients are managed by the GI/Nutrition Multidisciplinary Team on the Paediatric wards, adolescent unit, and day case beds. Endoscopy (3 lists per week) takes place in dedicated Paediatric Theatres adjacent to the inpatient beds. There is also an emergency service with access to emergency endoscopy lists. Motility investigations including oesophageal pH, impedance monitoring and ano-rectal manometry are undertaken. The Nutrition Team provides advice and supervision for the management of children requiring parenteral and enteral nutritional support. We run shared care clinics in several associated hospitals (Northwick Park / St Marks, West Middlesex, Ealing, St Mary's, and Hillingdon). About us Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of England's top-performing and safest trusts. We operate two main acute hospital sites Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital along with award-winning clinics across North West London. Our nearly 7,500 staff care for a diverse population of 1.5 million, providing full clinical services, including maternity, A&E, and children's services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health clinics. The Care Quality Commission rates us 'Good' in safety, effectiveness, care, and responsiveness, and 'Outstanding' in leadership and resource use. We continually invest in our facilities, including a £30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and Westminster and an £80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Middlesex. We are committed to equal opportunities and believe that diversity drives innovation and excellence. As part of our dedication to equity, we actively welcome applications from individuals from the global majority, veterans and underrepresented communities. We value the unique perspectives and experiences that diverse teams bring and are committed to creating an environment where all voices are heard, respected, and empowered to succeed." If you haven't heard from us within three weeks of the closing date, your application was likely unsuccessful. Employment is subject to a six-month probationary period. Some roles may require weekend shifts at multiple sites. Job responsibilities The post-holder will share responsibility with the existing consultant staff to: Provide the highest possible standards of inpatient care in diagnosis and management of children with gastrointestinal / nutritional disorders. Carry out elective and emergency endoscopies. Conduct Gastroenterology out-patient clinics. Develop areas of special interest and service provision to complement the skills of the current Paediatric Gastroenterologists in post (motility especially desirable). Participate in outreach clinics at allied institutions and develop further outreach/shared care work in the West London sector. Provide out of hours advice for gastroenterology/nutrition cases, and out of hours endoscopy. Participate in on call duties (responsibility shared with the other Paediatric Gastroenterology consultants 1:4). Contribute to post-graduate education of junior doctors. Actively contribute to clinical governance including audit. Support and carry out research in line with the departmental research strategy. Undertake specific management tasks and membership of hospital committees as proposed by the Lead Clinician and Directorate Policy Board. Please see our attached job description for more details Person Specification Education and Qualifications MBBS or equivalent MRCPCH or equivalent Full GMC registration with license to practice CCT in Paediatric Gastroenterology Hepatology and Nutrition or UK specialist trainee within 6 months of CCT On GMC specialist register Completion or evidence of working towards a higher academic degree Subspecialty expertise in GI motility Relevant experience in specialty Substantial clinical experience in Paediatric Gastroenterology Ability to take full and independent responsibility for clinical care of patients Experience in managing, and ability to offer clinical opinion on common Paediatric Gastrointestinal emergencies Independently competent in diagnostic upper and lower GI endoscopy Clinical Governance Understanding of clinical governance and audit Experience of participation in regular clinical audit Level 3 paediatric safeguarding training Evidence of written guidelines Management Skills and Teaching Good understanding of the structure and processes of the NHS Organisation, time management, forward planning and attention to detail Undergraduate / postgraduate and formal teaching Ability to teach clinical skills to meet the requirements of doctors in training and nursing staff Knowledge of best practice in management Evidence of leadership skills Knowledge of business planning and budgets Formal teaching qualification 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. Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
We are an award winning organisation providing care at two main hospital sites-Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital-and a number of community-based services across London, such as sexual health and HIV clinics. With 6,700 members of staff, we are proud to care for a diverse population of one million people. We are committed to ensuring that our workforce is just as diverse with a strong mix of skills and abilities. Our staff are at the very heart of our organisation and we recognise the valuable contribution that each and every person working at the Trust makes. One of our Trust priorities is to be an employer of choice-a place where people want to start their career and to grow with us through continued education, professional development and support . Consultant in Paediatric Gastroenterology NHS Medical & Dental: Consultant Main area Paediatric Gastroenterology Grade NHS Medical & Dental: Consultant Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 10 sessions per week Job ref 289-WLCH-09 Site Chelsea and Westminster Hospital Town London Salary £105,504 - £139,882 Per annum Salary period Yearly Closing 02/06/:59 Interview date 03/07/2025 Job overview West London Children's Healthcare are seeking a full-time Consultant Paediatric Gastroenterologist to join the dynamic West London Children's Healthcare Paediatric Gastroenterology team at Chelsea & Westminster Hospital. The successful applicant will join our team providing excellent care to our local children and families across the tertiary Paediatric Gastroenterology service as part of West London Children's, and will be based primarily at the Chelsea and Westminster site. This 10PA post comprises attending weeks (presently 1:4) and the remaining time is focused on elective work. The appointee will receive mentoring and support from the team of Paediatric Gastroenterology Consultants. As well as Gastroenterology, West London Children's Healthcare also provides tertiary Endocrinology, Neurology, Dermatology, Burns, Plastics, Level 2 Paediatric Critical Care and a range of other services at the Chelsea and Westminster site, including Craniofacial and Orthopaedic surgery. Other specialties include ENT, Ophthalmology, Dental and Orthognathic surgery. Patients are thus from the local area, wider North West London sector and beyond, often based on patient choice. The Paediatric Burns unit is part of the London and South East England Burns Network (LSEBN) and covers a wide geographical area. Main duties of the job The Paediatric Gastroenterology & Nutrition service provides a multidisciplinary approach to the assessment and management of acute and chronic gastrointestinal disorders and it coordinates the activity of the Nutrition Team. Medical and surgical expertise are closely linked, particularly in relation to the Neonatal Unit and also to the management of children with inflammatory bowel disease. The Gastroenterology/Nutrition service covers the sub-specialty needs of children from NW London and beyond. Clinics take place in a multidisciplinary setting running in parallel with Paediatric Surgical clinics. Sub-speciality clinics include IBD, motility, intestinal rehabilitation and feeding clinic. There is comprehensive Dietetic, Pharmaceutical and Psychological support. Inpatients are managed by the GI/Nutrition Multidisciplinary Team on the Paediatric wards, adolescent unit, and day case beds. Endoscopy (3 lists per week) takes place in dedicated Paediatric Theatres adjacent to the inpatient beds. There is also an emergency service with access to emergency endoscopy lists. Motility investigations including oesophageal pH, impedance monitoring and ano-rectal manometry are undertaken. The Nutrition Team provides advice and supervision for the management of children requiring parenteral and enteral nutritional support. We run shared care clinics in several associated hospitals (Northwick Park / St Marks, West Middlesex, Ealing, St Mary's, and Hillingdon). Working for our organisation Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of England's top-performing and safest trusts. We operate two main acute hospital sites-Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital-along with award-winning clinics across North West London. Our nearly 7,500 staff care for a diverse population of 1.5 million, providing full clinical services, including maternity, A&E, and children's services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health clinics. The Care Quality Commission rates us 'Good' in safety, effectiveness, care, and responsiveness, and 'Outstanding' in leadership and resource use. We continually invest in our facilities, including a £30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and Westminster and an £80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Middlesex. We are committed to equal opportunities and believe that diversity drives innovation and excellence. As part of our dedication to equity, we actively welcome applications from individuals from the global majority, veterans and underrepresented communities. We value the unique perspectives and experiences that diverse teams bring and are committed to creating an environment where all voices are heard, respected, and empowered to succeed." If you haven't heard from us within three weeks of the closing date, your application was likely unsuccessful. Employment is subject to a six-month probationary period. Some roles may require weekend shifts at multiple sites. Detailed job description and main responsibilities The post-holder will share responsibility with the existing consultant staff to: • Provide the highest possible standards of inpatient care in diagnosis and management of children with gastrointestinal / nutritional disorders. • Carry out elective and emergency endoscopies. • Conduct Gastroenterology out-patient clinics. • Develop areas of special interest and service provision to complement the skills of the current Paediatric Gastroenterologists in post (motility especially desirable). • Participate in outreach clinics at allied institutions and develop further outreach/shared care work in the West London sector. • Provide out of hours advice for gastroenterology/nutrition cases, and out of hours endoscopy. • Participate in on call duties (responsibility shared with the other Paediatric Gastroenterology consultants 1:4). • Contribute to post-graduate education of junior doctors. • Actively contribute to clinical governance including audit. • Support and carry out research in line with the departmental research strategy. • Undertake specific management tasks and membership of hospital committees as proposed by the Lead Clinician and Directorate Policy Board. Please see our attached job description for more details Person specification Education and Qualifications MBBS or equivalent MRCPCH or equivalent Full GMC registration with license to practice CCT in Paediatric Gastroenterology Hepatology and Nutrition or UK specialist trainee within 6 months of CCT On GMC specialist register Completion or evidence of working towards a higher academic degree Subspecialty expertise in GI motility Relevant experience in specialty Substantial clinical experience in Paediatric Gastroenterology Ability to take full and independent responsibility for clinical care of patients Experience in managing, and ability to offer clinical opinion on common Paediatric Gastrointestinal emergencies Independently competent in diagnostic upper and lower GI endoscopy Clinical Governance Understanding of clinical governance and audit Experience of participation in regular clinical audit Level 3 paediatric safeguarding training Evidence of written guidelines Management Skills and Teaching Good understanding of the structure and processes of the NHS Organisation, time management, forward planning and attention to detail Undergraduate / postgraduate and formal teaching Ability to teach clinical skills to meet the requirements of doctors in training and nursing staff Knowledge of best practice in management Evidence of leadership skills Knowledge of business planning and budgets Formal teaching qualification Important The closing date given is a guide only. There may be some occasions when we have to close a vacancy once sufficient applications have been received. You are therefore advised to submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment. Please check your emails regularly as this is how we will communicate with you throughout the recruitment process. If you have not heard from us within 3 weeks after the closing date, we regret that this usually means your application was not successful. In submitting an application, you authorise the Trust to confirm any previous NHS service details via the Inter Authority Transfer (IAT) process, should you be appointed to the post. During the recruitment process your identity documentation (ie passport, driving licence, visa etc) will be scanned using a device which recognises UV, infrared and machine-readable zone security features of the documents provided. Employment at the Trust is offered subject to successful completion of a six month probationary period. 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May 21, 2025
Full time
We are an award winning organisation providing care at two main hospital sites-Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital-and a number of community-based services across London, such as sexual health and HIV clinics. With 6,700 members of staff, we are proud to care for a diverse population of one million people. We are committed to ensuring that our workforce is just as diverse with a strong mix of skills and abilities. Our staff are at the very heart of our organisation and we recognise the valuable contribution that each and every person working at the Trust makes. One of our Trust priorities is to be an employer of choice-a place where people want to start their career and to grow with us through continued education, professional development and support . Consultant in Paediatric Gastroenterology NHS Medical & Dental: Consultant Main area Paediatric Gastroenterology Grade NHS Medical & Dental: Consultant Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 10 sessions per week Job ref 289-WLCH-09 Site Chelsea and Westminster Hospital Town London Salary £105,504 - £139,882 Per annum Salary period Yearly Closing 02/06/:59 Interview date 03/07/2025 Job overview West London Children's Healthcare are seeking a full-time Consultant Paediatric Gastroenterologist to join the dynamic West London Children's Healthcare Paediatric Gastroenterology team at Chelsea & Westminster Hospital. The successful applicant will join our team providing excellent care to our local children and families across the tertiary Paediatric Gastroenterology service as part of West London Children's, and will be based primarily at the Chelsea and Westminster site. This 10PA post comprises attending weeks (presently 1:4) and the remaining time is focused on elective work. The appointee will receive mentoring and support from the team of Paediatric Gastroenterology Consultants. As well as Gastroenterology, West London Children's Healthcare also provides tertiary Endocrinology, Neurology, Dermatology, Burns, Plastics, Level 2 Paediatric Critical Care and a range of other services at the Chelsea and Westminster site, including Craniofacial and Orthopaedic surgery. Other specialties include ENT, Ophthalmology, Dental and Orthognathic surgery. Patients are thus from the local area, wider North West London sector and beyond, often based on patient choice. The Paediatric Burns unit is part of the London and South East England Burns Network (LSEBN) and covers a wide geographical area. Main duties of the job The Paediatric Gastroenterology & Nutrition service provides a multidisciplinary approach to the assessment and management of acute and chronic gastrointestinal disorders and it coordinates the activity of the Nutrition Team. Medical and surgical expertise are closely linked, particularly in relation to the Neonatal Unit and also to the management of children with inflammatory bowel disease. The Gastroenterology/Nutrition service covers the sub-specialty needs of children from NW London and beyond. Clinics take place in a multidisciplinary setting running in parallel with Paediatric Surgical clinics. Sub-speciality clinics include IBD, motility, intestinal rehabilitation and feeding clinic. There is comprehensive Dietetic, Pharmaceutical and Psychological support. Inpatients are managed by the GI/Nutrition Multidisciplinary Team on the Paediatric wards, adolescent unit, and day case beds. Endoscopy (3 lists per week) takes place in dedicated Paediatric Theatres adjacent to the inpatient beds. There is also an emergency service with access to emergency endoscopy lists. Motility investigations including oesophageal pH, impedance monitoring and ano-rectal manometry are undertaken. The Nutrition Team provides advice and supervision for the management of children requiring parenteral and enteral nutritional support. We run shared care clinics in several associated hospitals (Northwick Park / St Marks, West Middlesex, Ealing, St Mary's, and Hillingdon). Working for our organisation Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of England's top-performing and safest trusts. We operate two main acute hospital sites-Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital-along with award-winning clinics across North West London. Our nearly 7,500 staff care for a diverse population of 1.5 million, providing full clinical services, including maternity, A&E, and children's services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health clinics. The Care Quality Commission rates us 'Good' in safety, effectiveness, care, and responsiveness, and 'Outstanding' in leadership and resource use. We continually invest in our facilities, including a £30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and Westminster and an £80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Middlesex. We are committed to equal opportunities and believe that diversity drives innovation and excellence. As part of our dedication to equity, we actively welcome applications from individuals from the global majority, veterans and underrepresented communities. We value the unique perspectives and experiences that diverse teams bring and are committed to creating an environment where all voices are heard, respected, and empowered to succeed." If you haven't heard from us within three weeks of the closing date, your application was likely unsuccessful. Employment is subject to a six-month probationary period. Some roles may require weekend shifts at multiple sites. Detailed job description and main responsibilities The post-holder will share responsibility with the existing consultant staff to: • Provide the highest possible standards of inpatient care in diagnosis and management of children with gastrointestinal / nutritional disorders. • Carry out elective and emergency endoscopies. • Conduct Gastroenterology out-patient clinics. • Develop areas of special interest and service provision to complement the skills of the current Paediatric Gastroenterologists in post (motility especially desirable). • Participate in outreach clinics at allied institutions and develop further outreach/shared care work in the West London sector. • Provide out of hours advice for gastroenterology/nutrition cases, and out of hours endoscopy. • Participate in on call duties (responsibility shared with the other Paediatric Gastroenterology consultants 1:4). • Contribute to post-graduate education of junior doctors. • Actively contribute to clinical governance including audit. • Support and carry out research in line with the departmental research strategy. • Undertake specific management tasks and membership of hospital committees as proposed by the Lead Clinician and Directorate Policy Board. Please see our attached job description for more details Person specification Education and Qualifications MBBS or equivalent MRCPCH or equivalent Full GMC registration with license to practice CCT in Paediatric Gastroenterology Hepatology and Nutrition or UK specialist trainee within 6 months of CCT On GMC specialist register Completion or evidence of working towards a higher academic degree Subspecialty expertise in GI motility Relevant experience in specialty Substantial clinical experience in Paediatric Gastroenterology Ability to take full and independent responsibility for clinical care of patients Experience in managing, and ability to offer clinical opinion on common Paediatric Gastrointestinal emergencies Independently competent in diagnostic upper and lower GI endoscopy Clinical Governance Understanding of clinical governance and audit Experience of participation in regular clinical audit Level 3 paediatric safeguarding training Evidence of written guidelines Management Skills and Teaching Good understanding of the structure and processes of the NHS Organisation, time management, forward planning and attention to detail Undergraduate / postgraduate and formal teaching Ability to teach clinical skills to meet the requirements of doctors in training and nursing staff Knowledge of best practice in management Evidence of leadership skills Knowledge of business planning and budgets Formal teaching qualification Important The closing date given is a guide only. There may be some occasions when we have to close a vacancy once sufficient applications have been received. You are therefore advised to submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment. Please check your emails regularly as this is how we will communicate with you throughout the recruitment process. If you have not heard from us within 3 weeks after the closing date, we regret that this usually means your application was not successful. In submitting an application, you authorise the Trust to confirm any previous NHS service details via the Inter Authority Transfer (IAT) process, should you be appointed to the post. During the recruitment process your identity documentation (ie passport, driving licence, visa etc) will be scanned using a device which recognises UV, infrared and machine-readable zone security features of the documents provided. Employment at the Trust is offered subject to successful completion of a six month probationary period. 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Go back Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Consultant Gastroenterologist with special interest in ERCP & EUS The closing date is 22 May 2025 An excellent opportunity has arisen to join our expanding patient centred and supportive Gastroenterology department at Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. Our hard-working and forward-thinking team are keen to develop the Gastroenterology and Liver service and would welcome similar minded candidates to join our department. This is an exciting time to join us following investment of £4.0 million recurrent funding to support a blended workforce and £4.5 million capital investment to refurbish our Endoscopy unit in 2023/2024. There will be opportunity to support Endoscopy service development and outpatient transformation as part of a blended workforce as we develop our sub-speciality services and establish novel outpatient pathways. Our Gastroenterology and Liver service is one of the busiest in the UK - we offer a broad range of diagnostic and therapeutic services for all gastroenterological conditions. Our recently refurbished JAG accredited, performance driven and patient centred Endoscopy unit delivers approximately 15,000 procedures per annum and is a spoke centre for the North-West Endoscopy training academy and is the admin hub for Bowel cancer screening within the Lancashire region. The post holder is expected to have a broad experience of Gastroenterology, and Endoscopy, contributing to the core Gastroenterology elective and emergency service whilst having a specialist interest in ERCP and EUS service delivery and development. Main duties of the job There is shared care of inpatients under the Gastroenterology team on the Gastroenterology ward with a Consultant currently being ward based for 1 week out of every 6 weeks. The appointee will make an equal contribution to the care of Gastroenterology inpatients and the out-of-hours GI-Bleed endoscopy service which is 1:6 at present with plans to transition to a 1:8 model with further recruitment. All on-call weeks are followed by a post-on-call (POC) week where Clinical Assessment Service triage, a post-on-call clinic and a fast-track clinic are delivered. The POC week is followed by standard normal weeks until the next on-call cycle. Elective activity (outpatient clinics, endoscopy lists) is mainly concentrated in the 5-week period off the ward. The job plan comprises 10 Programmed activities including allocation for the current on call commitment. Job plans will be formally reviewed within the first 6 months after appointment and agreed according to evidence from actual activity. Predictable emergency on call (Gastroenterology / GI Bleeding Service) is 1.5 DCC. Category A for unpredictable emergency work. This includes a daily ward round on the Gastroenterology ward at weekends when on-call. About us Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is situated on the west coast of Lancashire, with services covering the local authority areas of Blackpool, Fylde and Wyre. The Trust is part of the Lancashire and South Cumbria Integrated Care System (ICS) supporting a population of around 1.6 million people. Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust serves a resident population of approximately 330,000 and the 12 million holidaymakers who visit the area every year. The Trust comprises Blackpool Victoria Hospital which is a large busy acute hospital and a smaller community/ rehabilitation hospital - Clifton Hospital. Outpatient services are also provided in Blackpool, Fleetwood and Lytham Hospital. The Trust is also responsible for the provision of a wide range of community healthcare services, including District Nursing, Community Matrons and therapy services. The organisation provides specialist tertiary care for Cardiac and Haematology services, delivers community health services to over 445,000 residents including those in North Lancashire and hosts the National Artificial Eye Service across England. We also have specialised Cardio-thoracic Surgical and Sleep Medicine services (including polysomnography) and provide urgent and emergency care services to an estimated 18 million people who visit the seaside resort each year. Job responsibilities Please refer to attached job description and person specification for further details for the post of Consultant Gastroenterologist with special interest in ERCP & EUS at Blackpool Teaching Hospitals. Person Specification Education Full registration with the GMC CCT in Gastroenterology and General (internal) Medicine. Entry on the Specialist Register or eligible for inclusion within 6 months of the interview date for the post MRCP or equivalent HPB Fellowship with advanced ERCP and EUS training Higher degree (eg. MD or PhD) Experience Experience teaching undergraduates and postgraduates with demonstration of effective teaching skills Experience in undertaking audits and understanding of the principles of audit and research A minimum of 2 years' experience of ERCP MRCP 1&2 completed Experience in service development and improvement in Gastroenterology Experience in undertaking Gastroenterology related research with publication in peer reviewed journals Previous experience of working in the NHS/experience of NHS working practices and systems Active participation in British Gastroenterology Society activities and/or membership of sub-speciality organisations such as ECCO, EASL Skills Enthusiasm and commitment to Gastroenterology Endoscopy - Gastroscopy and Colonoscopy Ability to motivate and inspire a multi-disciplinary team and work sensitively within teams and across organisations to organise and prioritise workload and to delegate responsibility and supervise staff. Leadership skills - ability to take responsibility, show leadership and make decisions. Participation in a management training course. Commitment to CPD and completing revalidation when appropriate as per GMC recommendations as well as completion of annual appraisals. Ability to communicate effectively in English, both oral and written. Good IT skills and ability to use a computer. Agreement to live within 15 miles of the Trust or within 30 minutes travel by car. Car owner with full driving licence. Endoscopy - ERCP and EUS 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. Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
May 16, 2025
Full time
Go back Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Consultant Gastroenterologist with special interest in ERCP & EUS The closing date is 22 May 2025 An excellent opportunity has arisen to join our expanding patient centred and supportive Gastroenterology department at Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. Our hard-working and forward-thinking team are keen to develop the Gastroenterology and Liver service and would welcome similar minded candidates to join our department. This is an exciting time to join us following investment of £4.0 million recurrent funding to support a blended workforce and £4.5 million capital investment to refurbish our Endoscopy unit in 2023/2024. There will be opportunity to support Endoscopy service development and outpatient transformation as part of a blended workforce as we develop our sub-speciality services and establish novel outpatient pathways. Our Gastroenterology and Liver service is one of the busiest in the UK - we offer a broad range of diagnostic and therapeutic services for all gastroenterological conditions. Our recently refurbished JAG accredited, performance driven and patient centred Endoscopy unit delivers approximately 15,000 procedures per annum and is a spoke centre for the North-West Endoscopy training academy and is the admin hub for Bowel cancer screening within the Lancashire region. The post holder is expected to have a broad experience of Gastroenterology, and Endoscopy, contributing to the core Gastroenterology elective and emergency service whilst having a specialist interest in ERCP and EUS service delivery and development. Main duties of the job There is shared care of inpatients under the Gastroenterology team on the Gastroenterology ward with a Consultant currently being ward based for 1 week out of every 6 weeks. The appointee will make an equal contribution to the care of Gastroenterology inpatients and the out-of-hours GI-Bleed endoscopy service which is 1:6 at present with plans to transition to a 1:8 model with further recruitment. All on-call weeks are followed by a post-on-call (POC) week where Clinical Assessment Service triage, a post-on-call clinic and a fast-track clinic are delivered. The POC week is followed by standard normal weeks until the next on-call cycle. Elective activity (outpatient clinics, endoscopy lists) is mainly concentrated in the 5-week period off the ward. The job plan comprises 10 Programmed activities including allocation for the current on call commitment. Job plans will be formally reviewed within the first 6 months after appointment and agreed according to evidence from actual activity. Predictable emergency on call (Gastroenterology / GI Bleeding Service) is 1.5 DCC. Category A for unpredictable emergency work. This includes a daily ward round on the Gastroenterology ward at weekends when on-call. About us Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is situated on the west coast of Lancashire, with services covering the local authority areas of Blackpool, Fylde and Wyre. The Trust is part of the Lancashire and South Cumbria Integrated Care System (ICS) supporting a population of around 1.6 million people. Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust serves a resident population of approximately 330,000 and the 12 million holidaymakers who visit the area every year. The Trust comprises Blackpool Victoria Hospital which is a large busy acute hospital and a smaller community/ rehabilitation hospital - Clifton Hospital. Outpatient services are also provided in Blackpool, Fleetwood and Lytham Hospital. The Trust is also responsible for the provision of a wide range of community healthcare services, including District Nursing, Community Matrons and therapy services. The organisation provides specialist tertiary care for Cardiac and Haematology services, delivers community health services to over 445,000 residents including those in North Lancashire and hosts the National Artificial Eye Service across England. We also have specialised Cardio-thoracic Surgical and Sleep Medicine services (including polysomnography) and provide urgent and emergency care services to an estimated 18 million people who visit the seaside resort each year. Job responsibilities Please refer to attached job description and person specification for further details for the post of Consultant Gastroenterologist with special interest in ERCP & EUS at Blackpool Teaching Hospitals. Person Specification Education Full registration with the GMC CCT in Gastroenterology and General (internal) Medicine. Entry on the Specialist Register or eligible for inclusion within 6 months of the interview date for the post MRCP or equivalent HPB Fellowship with advanced ERCP and EUS training Higher degree (eg. MD or PhD) Experience Experience teaching undergraduates and postgraduates with demonstration of effective teaching skills Experience in undertaking audits and understanding of the principles of audit and research A minimum of 2 years' experience of ERCP MRCP 1&2 completed Experience in service development and improvement in Gastroenterology Experience in undertaking Gastroenterology related research with publication in peer reviewed journals Previous experience of working in the NHS/experience of NHS working practices and systems Active participation in British Gastroenterology Society activities and/or membership of sub-speciality organisations such as ECCO, EASL Skills Enthusiasm and commitment to Gastroenterology Endoscopy - Gastroscopy and Colonoscopy Ability to motivate and inspire a multi-disciplinary team and work sensitively within teams and across organisations to organise and prioritise workload and to delegate responsibility and supervise staff. Leadership skills - ability to take responsibility, show leadership and make decisions. Participation in a management training course. Commitment to CPD and completing revalidation when appropriate as per GMC recommendations as well as completion of annual appraisals. Ability to communicate effectively in English, both oral and written. Good IT skills and ability to use a computer. Agreement to live within 15 miles of the Trust or within 30 minutes travel by car. Car owner with full driving licence. Endoscopy - ERCP and EUS 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. Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Consultant Gastroenterologist - Derby Region - Perm/Locum FTC Triple West Medical is seeking 2 x Consultant Gastroenterologist for a NHS Trust based in the East of England either on a substantive basis or a Fixed Term Contract. The Trust is one of the largest in the region with a number of sites with over 11,000 staff and serves a population over 900,000. This post will join the NHS Trusts Gastroenterology department which spans both acute hospital sites. The incumbent would be expected and encouraged to develop a sub-special interest, which will fit well within the needs of the Department, both current and future. An interest in Upper GI cancer, nutrition, endoscopic ultrasound or liver disease would be especially welcome. The Department of Gastroenterology provides both Luminal and Hepatology services. Luminal and Hepatology services are provided on 3 wards across the Trust. There are Clinical Nurse Specialists on both sites including IBD Nurse Specialists and an Upper GI cancer nurse working alongside the Gastroenterologists to maintain care delivery. Across the Trust, there are specialist Nutrition and Dietician teams to support specific Gastroenterology disorders/diseases. The endoscopy unit at the main site is a modern, 3 room facility with the latest equipment carrying out over 9,500 procedures annually. A range of specialist diagnostic and therapeutic procedures are carried out including colonoscopy, large polyp EMR and PEGs. There is dedicated capacity each day for in-patient endoscopy. They provide bowel screening and are JAG accredited. They are now looking to appoint an enthusiastic and dynamic Consultant Gastroenterologist as part of departmental expansion and continued development of specialised services. Brief Duties/Responsibilities Provision with consultant colleagues of a Gastroenterology service to Staffordshire, Derbyshire & surrounding areas with responsibility for diagnosis & treatment of patients at the hospitals & clinics at which you have duties. Responsible for the continuing care & treatment of patients in your charge & personal performance of clinical duties as agreed in your job plan, allowing for all proper delegation to & training of your staff. Active participation in undergraduate & post graduate education, including training sessions for Foundation Years, Specialty Registrars, Core and internal Medicine trainees, & medical students. Provision of cover for your consultant colleagues during reasonable periods of leave including care of patients & supervision of junior doctors. Responsible for the professional supervision, training & management of junior medical staff, carrying out teaching, examination & accreditation duties as required & contributing to postgraduate & CPD activity locally & nationally as appropriate. Participate in clinical audit under local arrangements. Commitment to entering patients into clinical trials where appropriate (if the appointee has an interest in research this would be supported by the Trust & the Division). Commitment to taking part in annual appraisal process which will be undertaken by the Assistant Clinical Director for Gastroenterology/Hepatology. Responsible for compliance with personal continuing professional development requirements with the support of the Trust. It is mandatory for all Consultants to keep up to date with evidence-based practice. Our client is happy to issue Certificate of Sponsorships to suitably qualified overseas doctors however GMC registration and relevant experience is essential for this position. If this Consultant Gastroenterologist vacancy is of interest to you please apply below and we will arrange a discussion.
May 15, 2025
Full time
Consultant Gastroenterologist - Derby Region - Perm/Locum FTC Triple West Medical is seeking 2 x Consultant Gastroenterologist for a NHS Trust based in the East of England either on a substantive basis or a Fixed Term Contract. The Trust is one of the largest in the region with a number of sites with over 11,000 staff and serves a population over 900,000. This post will join the NHS Trusts Gastroenterology department which spans both acute hospital sites. The incumbent would be expected and encouraged to develop a sub-special interest, which will fit well within the needs of the Department, both current and future. An interest in Upper GI cancer, nutrition, endoscopic ultrasound or liver disease would be especially welcome. The Department of Gastroenterology provides both Luminal and Hepatology services. Luminal and Hepatology services are provided on 3 wards across the Trust. There are Clinical Nurse Specialists on both sites including IBD Nurse Specialists and an Upper GI cancer nurse working alongside the Gastroenterologists to maintain care delivery. Across the Trust, there are specialist Nutrition and Dietician teams to support specific Gastroenterology disorders/diseases. The endoscopy unit at the main site is a modern, 3 room facility with the latest equipment carrying out over 9,500 procedures annually. A range of specialist diagnostic and therapeutic procedures are carried out including colonoscopy, large polyp EMR and PEGs. There is dedicated capacity each day for in-patient endoscopy. They provide bowel screening and are JAG accredited. They are now looking to appoint an enthusiastic and dynamic Consultant Gastroenterologist as part of departmental expansion and continued development of specialised services. Brief Duties/Responsibilities Provision with consultant colleagues of a Gastroenterology service to Staffordshire, Derbyshire & surrounding areas with responsibility for diagnosis & treatment of patients at the hospitals & clinics at which you have duties. Responsible for the continuing care & treatment of patients in your charge & personal performance of clinical duties as agreed in your job plan, allowing for all proper delegation to & training of your staff. Active participation in undergraduate & post graduate education, including training sessions for Foundation Years, Specialty Registrars, Core and internal Medicine trainees, & medical students. Provision of cover for your consultant colleagues during reasonable periods of leave including care of patients & supervision of junior doctors. Responsible for the professional supervision, training & management of junior medical staff, carrying out teaching, examination & accreditation duties as required & contributing to postgraduate & CPD activity locally & nationally as appropriate. Participate in clinical audit under local arrangements. Commitment to entering patients into clinical trials where appropriate (if the appointee has an interest in research this would be supported by the Trust & the Division). Commitment to taking part in annual appraisal process which will be undertaken by the Assistant Clinical Director for Gastroenterology/Hepatology. Responsible for compliance with personal continuing professional development requirements with the support of the Trust. It is mandatory for all Consultants to keep up to date with evidence-based practice. Our client is happy to issue Certificate of Sponsorships to suitably qualified overseas doctors however GMC registration and relevant experience is essential for this position. If this Consultant Gastroenterologist vacancy is of interest to you please apply below and we will arrange a discussion.
University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Trust Do you want to be part of a Team with an appetite for innovation and driving change? Are you looking for an interesting and rewarding job in a stunningly beautiful location with excellent transport links and within easy reach of Edinburgh, London (2 hour train journey), Manchester and Liverpool? For those considering relocating, the area has many new housing developments, a bustling local business economy and a variety of dining, entertainment and leisure activities. As a Trust, we are keen to attract enthusiastic and committed individuals and in return, can offer an attractive relocation package to the right candidates. Application for this substantive post will only be accepted if you hold full GMC registration with a license to practice and entry on the Specialist Register or anticipating being in receipt of CCT/Professional Portfolio (formally CESR) within six months of interview. Main duties of the job You will join a team of eight existing consultants supported by 1 Nurse Consultant, 3 Advanced Nurse Practitioners and 7 Clinical Nurse Specialists. Our department has a reputation for being friendly and supportive with particularly good working relationships and there is capacity for a wide variety of sub-specialty interests to be accommodated and developed. Specialty interests of current Gastroenterologists include Bowel Cancer Screening, IBD, Hepatology and ERCP / Therapeutic endoscopy. The post will be based at Furness General Hospital. Travel to our other sites to carry out Cross Bay GI Bleed cover and Endoscopy Sessions / Clinics will be required. The Trust operates a 7 day bleeding service and the job plan for these posts include a 1 in 8 GI bleeding rota that incorporates a 24/7 bleed service at weekends whilst on-call. The Trust has a keen interest and extensive involvement in Medical and Dental Education at both Undergraduate and Postgraduate levels. We work in partnership with Lancaster Medical School and Health Education England North West to provide quality education and training which meets the requirements of these regulatory bodies as well as the Trust's high standards of patient care. About us We operate from three main hospitals - Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal, as well as a number of community healthcare premises including Millom Hospital and GP Practice, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, and Ulverston Community Health Centre. FGH and the RLI have a range of General Hospital services, with full Emergency Departments, Critical/Coronary Care units and various Consultant-led services. WGH provides a range of General Hospital services, together with an Urgent Treatment Centre, that can help with a range of non-life threatening conditions such as broken bones and minor illnesses. All three main hospitals provide a range of planned care including outpatients, diagnostics, therapies, daycase and inpatient surgery. In addition, a range of local outreach services and diagnostics are provided from community facilities across Morecambe Bay. Job responsibilities To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay visiting our website here . Person Specification Education and Qualifications Full registration with the General Medical Council, MRCP or equivalent. Entry on Specialist Register or in receipt of CCT within six months of interview (Gastroenterology and General Medicine). Clinical training and experience equivalent to that required for gaining (UK) CCT in Gastroenterology and General (Internal) Medicine. JAG accredited for upper and lower diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy. Higher degree (MD, PhD) Specialist interest and expertise to complement colleagues. Membership of appropriate professional society (ies). Experience Broad exposure to Gastrointestinal diseases and the management of these. Comprehensive patient management, ability to train/supervise junior medical staff and medical students. Experience of multi-disciplinary team work Attendance at educational skills or teaching course. Skills Awareness of the managerial role of a consultant in the NHS Regular attendance and participation at audit meeting. Experience of multi-disciplinary team work Attendance at educational skills or teaching course. 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.
May 11, 2025
Full time
University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Trust Do you want to be part of a Team with an appetite for innovation and driving change? Are you looking for an interesting and rewarding job in a stunningly beautiful location with excellent transport links and within easy reach of Edinburgh, London (2 hour train journey), Manchester and Liverpool? For those considering relocating, the area has many new housing developments, a bustling local business economy and a variety of dining, entertainment and leisure activities. As a Trust, we are keen to attract enthusiastic and committed individuals and in return, can offer an attractive relocation package to the right candidates. Application for this substantive post will only be accepted if you hold full GMC registration with a license to practice and entry on the Specialist Register or anticipating being in receipt of CCT/Professional Portfolio (formally CESR) within six months of interview. Main duties of the job You will join a team of eight existing consultants supported by 1 Nurse Consultant, 3 Advanced Nurse Practitioners and 7 Clinical Nurse Specialists. Our department has a reputation for being friendly and supportive with particularly good working relationships and there is capacity for a wide variety of sub-specialty interests to be accommodated and developed. Specialty interests of current Gastroenterologists include Bowel Cancer Screening, IBD, Hepatology and ERCP / Therapeutic endoscopy. The post will be based at Furness General Hospital. Travel to our other sites to carry out Cross Bay GI Bleed cover and Endoscopy Sessions / Clinics will be required. The Trust operates a 7 day bleeding service and the job plan for these posts include a 1 in 8 GI bleeding rota that incorporates a 24/7 bleed service at weekends whilst on-call. The Trust has a keen interest and extensive involvement in Medical and Dental Education at both Undergraduate and Postgraduate levels. We work in partnership with Lancaster Medical School and Health Education England North West to provide quality education and training which meets the requirements of these regulatory bodies as well as the Trust's high standards of patient care. About us We operate from three main hospitals - Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal, as well as a number of community healthcare premises including Millom Hospital and GP Practice, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, and Ulverston Community Health Centre. FGH and the RLI have a range of General Hospital services, with full Emergency Departments, Critical/Coronary Care units and various Consultant-led services. WGH provides a range of General Hospital services, together with an Urgent Treatment Centre, that can help with a range of non-life threatening conditions such as broken bones and minor illnesses. All three main hospitals provide a range of planned care including outpatients, diagnostics, therapies, daycase and inpatient surgery. In addition, a range of local outreach services and diagnostics are provided from community facilities across Morecambe Bay. Job responsibilities To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay visiting our website here . Person Specification Education and Qualifications Full registration with the General Medical Council, MRCP or equivalent. Entry on Specialist Register or in receipt of CCT within six months of interview (Gastroenterology and General Medicine). Clinical training and experience equivalent to that required for gaining (UK) CCT in Gastroenterology and General (Internal) Medicine. JAG accredited for upper and lower diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy. Higher degree (MD, PhD) Specialist interest and expertise to complement colleagues. Membership of appropriate professional society (ies). Experience Broad exposure to Gastrointestinal diseases and the management of these. Comprehensive patient management, ability to train/supervise junior medical staff and medical students. Experience of multi-disciplinary team work Attendance at educational skills or teaching course. Skills Awareness of the managerial role of a consultant in the NHS Regular attendance and participation at audit meeting. Experience of multi-disciplinary team work Attendance at educational skills or teaching course. 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.
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