ConsultantGastroenterology

Consultant Gastroenterologist

Wirral University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Wirral

Salary

£113,565 – £150,569

Posted

6 days ago

About the role

We are seeking an enthusiastic and committed Consultant Gastroenterologist to join our dynamic and forward-thinking Gastroenterology Department. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a multidisciplinary team delivering high-quality, patient-centred care across a broad range of gastroenterology services. The successful candidate will provide comprehensive gastroenterology care across inpatient, outpatient and endoscopy settings, contributing to the diagnosis, treatment and long-term management of patients with gastrointestinal and hepatobiliary disorders. Working alongside consultant colleagues, specialist nurses, surgeons, radiologists and allied health professionals, the post holder will play a key role in maintaining and developing high standards of clinical care. The department offers a supportive environment focused on service innovation, clinical excellence, education and research. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to contribute to service development initiatives and help shape the future delivery of gastroenterology services across the Trust.

Provide consultant-led gastroenterology services across inpatient and outpatient settings.

Undertake diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy in line with JAG standards and personal competencies.

Consultant Gastroenterologist

Wirral University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

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Participate in the care of acute and elective gastroenterology patients.

Contribute to multidisciplinary team meetings and collaborative working across specialties.

Participate in the gastroenterology on-call rota as required.

Support the delivery of high-quality, safe and effective patient care.

Contribute to clinical governance, audit, quality improvement and service development activities.

Provide teaching, training and supervision to junior medical staff and other healthcare professionals.

Participate in research and innovation activities where appropriate.

All new colleagues can expect to receive a warm and friendly Wirral welcome from the very first time they make contact with us. We are described as "competent and caring staff" by our patients.

Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is situated on The Wirral peninsula which has a stunning coastline and beautiful countryside surroundings, with great activities for its residents.

We are one of the largest and busiest acute Trusts in the North West of England, comprising of the Wirral's only Emergency Department. We provide a high quality range of acute care services and employ over 6,000 staff, who serve a population of approximately 400,000 people across Wirral, Ellesmere Port, Neston, North Wales and the wider North West footprint.

We have approximately 855 beds trust-wide and our financial turnover is in excess of £337m.

The Wirral is easily accessible with excellent transport links including motorway, train, bus or ferry and within easy reach to the major cities of Liverpool, Chester and Manchester as well as neighbouring North Wales.

Person specification

Essential

MRCP or equivalent
Entry onto the Specialist Register for GMC or be within six months of obtaining CCT/CCST/CESR in gastroenterology and GIM
CESR or European Community Rights
High standard of clinical skill and expertise in the specialty
Able to contribute to the full range of skills required for the on call rota for the specialty
Therapeutic upper & lower GI endoscopy
Excellent communication skills
Interpersonal skills
Organisational skills
Teaching experience / interest
Ability to lead / teach
Ability to relate to patients / relatives
Ability to work as part of a team
Relevant experience in organisation and undertaking audit
Evidence of research and publications relevant to post

Desirable

MD or equivalent higher degree or evidence of relevant research
Subspecialty interest