Consultant Gastroenterologist

Spacecreators bv; Salisbury; On-site; GBP 5,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative hospital in Salisbury is seeking a Consultant Gastroenterologist to join their dynamic team. This role involves providing comprehensive care for gastrointestinal disorders, including performing endoscopies and managing GI emergencies. The position offers a competitive salary, generous relocation package, and numerous benefits such as a pension scheme and on-site facilities. With a commitment to flexible working and professional development, this opportunity is perfect for ambitious consultants looking to make a significant impact in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Generous Holiday Allowance

Pension Scheme

Life Assurance

Health Benefits

Discounts

Cycle Scheme

On-site Nursery

Fitness Facilities

Parking

Training Opportunities

Qualifications

• Completion of higher specialist training in gastroenterology and internal medicine.
• Full GMC registration with a license to practice.

Responsibilities

• Undertake outpatient sessions via phone, video, or face-to-face.
• Perform upper and lower GI endoscopies at Salisbury District Hospital.
• Participate in acute gastroenterology services on a 2-in-12 basis.

Skills

General Gastroenterology

JAG Accreditation for OGD & Colonoscopy

Managing GI Emergencies

Subspecialty Expertise (Hepatology, IBD, ERCP, Nutrition, Therapeutic Endoscopy)

Teamworking Skills

Communication Skills

Teaching Skills

Leadership Skills

Education

Completion of Higher Specialist Training in Gastroenterology

Full GMC Registration with License to Practice

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Job Overview

We are accepting applications for the position of Consultant Gastroenterologist. This role is part of the Salisbury GI Unit, which combines gastroenterology, surgery, emergency general surgery, and endoscopy services. The department provides comprehensive care for gastrointestinal disorders in both emergency and elective settings, aiming to improve services for the local community and region.

The team is innovative and seeks ambitious consultants to develop a modern, outstanding gastroenterology service. Subspecialty interests are encouraged, with vacancies across all areas of gastroenterology.

This role offers a RRP of £5000 and a relocation package up to £8000. Interviews are scheduled for 14th April.

Main Duties

1. Undertake outpatient sessions via phone, video, or face-to-face at Salisbury District Hospital and peripheral hospitals.
2. Perform upper and lower GI endoscopies at Salisbury District Hospital.
3. Participate in acute gastroenterology services on a 2-in-12 basis, including ward rounds, referrals assessment, and managing upper GI bleeds during working hours.
4. Contribute to department and hospital management.
5. Teach undergraduates and trainees.
6. Review job plan, undertake appraisals, and revalidation annually.
7. Engage in clinical governance processes.

For full details, see our candidate information pack: https://www.flipsnack.com/798D88DD75E/consultant-gastroenterologist-candidate-information-pack/full-view.html

About Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust

An innovative hospital with a 250-year heritage, rated 'Good' by the CQC, offering regional specialist services, with about 470 beds and over 4000 staff. We support flexible working and offer benefits like holiday entitlement, pension scheme, discounts, and on-site facilities.

Person Specification

Qualifications & Training

• Completion of higher specialist training in gastroenterology and internal medicine or within 6 months of CCT.
• Full GMC registration with a license to practice.

Experience & Skills

• High competence in general gastroenterology, JAG accreditation for OGD & colonoscopy, and experience in managing GI emergencies.
• Subspecialty expertise (if applicable) in areas like Hepatology, IBD, ERCP, Nutrition, or Therapeutic Endoscopy.
• Strong teamworking, communication, teaching, and leadership skills.

Benefits

• Generous holiday allowance, pension, life assurance, health benefits, discounts, cycle scheme, on-site nursery, fitness facilities, parking, and training opportunities.

We encourage applications from all backgrounds and are committed to equality. The vacancy may close early if filled. No agency applications accepted.