Consultant Gastroenterologist

NHS; Torquay; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Consultant Gastroenterologist to join a dynamic team in Torquay. The role involves managing both inpatients and outpatients, contributing to training, and engaging in clinical governance. Candidates should possess full GMC registration and relevant experience in Gastroenterology.

Benefits

Generous relocation package

Qualifications

• Independent in OGD and colonoscopy.
• Interest in ERCP welcomed.
• Broad Gastroenterology experience.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with consultant staff in related specialties.
• Participate in training and supervising staff.
• Engage in clinical governance.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Leadership

Flexibility

Stress management

Education

Full GMC Registration

CCT in Gastroenterology and GIM

MRCP

Teaching Qualification

Job description

Go back to Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust

Consultant Gastroenterologist

Closing date: 18 June 2025

The new appointment will join a team of nine Medical Gastroenterologists, who currently work collaboratively, sharing responsibility for managing both inpatients and outpatients. The Gastroenterology department is vibrant, innovative, and cohesive.

The department has received significant investment over the past 18 months, including a new £4.99m unit opened in December 2023.

Candidates should be independent in OGD and colonoscopy; an interest in ERCP is welcomed. Training is a key part of our practice, and the new colleague will be encouraged to participate in delivering courses and in-house training.

We are the host trust for the South Devon Bowel Cancer Screening Centre, providing the national screening programme to the populations of Torbay, Plymouth, the South Hams, and Teignbridge.

Patients with abnormal FIT screening tests are offered pre-assessment and colonoscopy at both Torbay and Derriford Hospitals (University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust).

Torbay Hospital is an academy site of the virtual South West Endoscopy Training Academy (SWETA), offering nationally recognised endoscopic skills and simulation training.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will:

• Collaborate closely with consultant staff in related specialties, such as GI surgery.
• Contribute to audit activities and research, if interested.
• Participate in training trainee staff and medical students.
• Supervise clinical and educational activities of trainees.
• Undertake CME/CPD as per Royal College of Physicians guidelines.
• Engage actively in clinical governance.

About us

Why Work With Us

South Devon offers exceptional natural beauty, with opportunities for land and water activities, and a mild climate. The area boasts excellent schools, including a selective grammar system. Click here!

We offer a generous relocation package, negotiable with the successful candidate.

Gastroenterology is part of the Planned Care and Surgery Care Group, optimizing capacity and reducing duplication.

Our vision is better health and care for all. We are pioneers in health and social care innovation, continually seeking improvements.

Recent developments include new facilities: a £15m acute medical unit, a £4.99m endoscopy training centre, a £15m day and eye surgery unit, a £2.8m radiotherapy extension, and a £4.5m health and wellbeing centre in Dartmouth, integrating primary care, pharmacy, and voluntary services.

We value diversity and inclusivity. Our leadership and culture foster a supportive environment where everyone belongs.

Job responsibilities

Qualifications

• Full GMC Registration with licence to practice
• CCT in Gastroenterology and General Medicine (or equivalent)
• CCT within 6 months of interview
• MRCP
• Entry on the Specialist Register via CESR or European Rights

Clinical Experience

• Responsibility for clinical care of Gastroenterology and GIM patients
• Broad Gastroenterology experience
• Expert clinical opinion on emergency and elective cases
• Ability to work according to guidelines and participate in discussions

Management and Administrative Experience

• Organisational and prioritisation skills
• Interest in IT
• Experience in audit and management in Gastroenterology and Acute Medicine
• Advisory skills for department efficiency
• Leadership and team management abilities
• Flexible approach

Teaching / Research Experience

• Proven teaching skills in clinical and procedural areas
• Application of research to clinical practice
• Contribution to departmental and trust teaching programs
• Experience supervising medical students
• Commitment to ongoing audit and research

Communication and Personal Skills

• Caring attitude
• Teamwork and independence
• Honesty and reliability
• Flexibility and adherence to guidelines
• Effective communication with patients and staff
• Stress management
• Commitment to professional development
• Physical capability
• Proven communication skills
• Willingness to travel
• Sense of humour

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Full GMC Registration
• CCT in Gastroenterology and GIM (or near completion)
• MRCP
• Entry on the Specialist Register
• Teaching Qualification

Clinical Experience

• Full responsibility for clinical care
• Gastroenterology breadth of experience
• Expert opinion provision
• Guideline adherence
• Endoscopy trainer course

Management and Administrative Experience

• Priority management
• IT interest
• Audit and management experience
• Departmental efficiency advice
• Leadership in multidisciplinary teams
• Knowledge of current healthcare structure
• Management training

Training / Research Experience

• Teaching and supervision skills
• Research application
• Contribution to teaching programs
• Supervision of postgraduate research
• Peer-reviewed publications

Communication and Personal Skills

• Patient-centered attitude
• Teamwork and independence
• Honesty and reliability
• Flexibility and guideline adherence
• Effective communication
• Stress coping skills
• Commitment to education
• Physical fitness
• Communication skills
• Travel capability
• Humour and team membership
• Willingness for additional responsibilities
• Communication Skills Course attendance

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post requires a DBS check due to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust