Advanced Hpb Endoscopy Training Fellowships

Nottingham University Hospitals Nhs Trust; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust is offering a 1-year post designed for registrars approaching their CCST or immediate post CCST to expand endoscopy and research experience. Training in ERCP and EUS is available, with opportunities for advanced imaging and therapeutics.

The post expects competency in diagnostic upper GI endoscopy, weekly MDT attendance, and collaboration with radiology, surgery, pathology, and oncology teams to manage patients comprehensively.

Qualifications

• Essential qualifications and registration to practice as a gastroenterologist in the UK.
• Competency in diagnostic upper GI endoscopy and GMC registration are required.
• Desirable: JAG accreditation and advanced endoscopy training.

Responsibilities

• Attend MDTs weekly with radiology, surgery, pathology, oncology and palliative care colleagues.
• Contribute to gastroenterology rotas including out-of-hours work for GI bleeding and GI/liver in-patient queries.
• Lead and participate in teaching for undergraduates and postgraduates.
• Engage in research activities with Trust/University links.

Education

MRCP or equivalent qualification

GMC license to practice

JAG accredited for diagnostic upper endoscopic procedures

Endoscopy BLS/ALS completed

European Specialty Certificate Exam in gastroenterology & Hepatology or UK (CCT/NTN)

Job description

Job summary

The post will be based across NUH campuses or our partner outsourcing units and is designed to acquire specialist advanced endoscopy training and support the activities of the endoscopy and gastroenterology department. The post-holder will work alongside a variety of consultant gastroenterologists and GI surgeons and will be responsible to the clinical leads in endoscopy and gastroenterology.

This is a one-year post specifically intended for registrars approaching their CCST or immediate post CCST wishing to expand their endoscopy and research experience. Opportunities include training in ERCP (including advanced imaging and therapeutics, e.g. cholangioscopy) and EUS (including interventional EUS), and as such it is most suited to those reaching the end of their specialist training in gastroenterology.

Candidate must have achieved competency in diagnostic upper GI endoscopy. Weekly attendance and presentation at the MDTs will be expected with interaction with colleagues from radiology, surgery, pathology, oncology and palliative care providing excellent exposure to complete patient management as well and upskilling in endoscopy.

Main duties of the job

As well as the main duties described in the job description, the successful candidates will contribute to the out of hours gastroenterology rotas covering acute upper and lower GI bleeding and consults on GI and liver in-patient queries, supported by a consultant on call rota.

About us

With over 19,000 staff, we are one of the biggest employers in the city with a central role in supporting the health and wellbeing of our local population. We play a leading role in research, education and innovation. Come and join our wonderful team at NUH. We are big believers in diversity and welcome new ideas to help develop our team in order to deliver world class healthcare to the vast patient populations we serve. With endless personal development opportunities available, at NUH we will endeavour to turn your job into a career! We particularly welcome applications from people who identify as Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, or Disabled, as we are striving to be better represented at NUH.

Job responsibilities

In addition to the key job responsibilities detailed in this job description all employees at Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust are expected to comply with the general duties detailed below: The person appointed will be required to devote substantially the whole of his/her time to the duties of the post and give them priority at all times.

Governance and Audit

Each fellow is expected to take an active role in clinical governance activities including (but not restricted to) clinical audit, incident reporting, attending monthly M&M meetings, CPD and Evidence-Based Practice. Each directorate has a Consultant Clinical Governance lead.

Teaching

Both main campuses of the Trust are major centres for undergraduate and postgraduate education and teaching. The successful candidate will be expected to play a significant role in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching. The Trust works to ensure the best possible placements and training for both undergraduates and junior doctors and to ensure consultant trainers & teachers are developed and supported. The Trust facilitates this through agreeing appropriate job plans, a clear framework for the delivery of medical education, and the opportunity to enhance clinical and teaching skills through Continuing Professional Development.

Research

The Trust has extremely close links with Nottingham University, and has academic departments in the majority of its clinical specialties. There are University and Trust research facilities. The Trust has a research strategy and management framework which aligns its funding for research with the research and innovations activities it supports. Fellows who wish to undertake research require the approval of the Trust R&I Department and relevant ethical approval, and must adhere to the National Framework for Research Governance.

Other Duties as Agreed

The successful candidates will contribute to the out of hours gastroenterology rotas covering acute upper and lower GI bleeding and consults on GI and liver in-patient queries, supported by a consultant on call rota.

Person Specification

Professional Registration

Essential

• MRCP or equivalent qualification Full registration and a license to practice with the General Medical Council (GMC) JAG accredited for diagnostic upper endoscopic procedures Endoscopy BLS/ ALS completed

Desirable

• National or international Presentations Peer Reviewed Publications GoodClinicalPractice(for research) trained

Professional Qualifications/Development

Essential

• MRCP or equivalent European Specialty Certificate Exam in gastroenterology & Hepatology or equivalent UK (CCT) or UK (NTN) in Gastroenterology/ Surgery

Desirable

• Higher management degree or qualification or training Experienceofchange management

Clinical Skills/Experience

Essential

• Intended for registrars approaching their CCST or immediate post CCST wishing to expand their endoscopy and research experience JAG logbook and workplace- based assessments indicating validated experience of appropriate range and number of clinical procedures

Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours/Management Skills

Essential

• Able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's "We are here for you" behavioural standards
• Able to develop, present and operationalise coherent ideas for service development/delivery. Able to delegate appropriately. Able to work in a team.

Desirable

• Higher management degree or qualification or training Experienceofchange management

Personal Skills/Qualities/ Practical Requirements

Essential

• Able to work flexibly in a changing health service Able to use the Trust's IT support systems Demonstrate good organisation skills Demonstrate ability to organise own learning and time.

Desirable

• Demonstrable skills in listening, reading, writing and speaking in English that enable effective communication, as set out in the GMC's Good Medical Practice (2013). If the Primary Medical Qualification including clinical contact was not carried out using English, applicants must have an academic IELTS score of at least 7.5 in each domain and overall, or demonstrate equivalence by providing evidence of English language skills

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

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.

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).