Consultant Hepatologist

National health service; Honiton; On-site; GBP 114,000 - 151,000; Full time

Job summary

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust seeks a Consultant in Gastroenterology and Hepatology based at Luton & Dunstable University Hospital. The post involves leading clinics, endoscopy sessions, and contributing to a broad range of inpatient and outpatient care.

You will work within a team of 10 Gastroenterology Consultants, participate in the GI bleed rota, maintain high clinical standards, and engage in education, research, and governance activities in a dynamic Trust environment.

Qualifications

• Medical degree and full GMC registration.
• MRCP or equivalent required; higher degrees desirable.
• Experience in General Medicine and Gastroenterology.
• Evidence of CPD and involvement in audits.

Responsibilities

• Maintain current knowledge in Hepatology/Gastroenterology.
• Lead audits and participate in clinical governance.
• Support junior medical staff and other clinical staff.
• Participate in on-call rotas and endoscopy duties.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Medical Degree

MRCP or equivalent

MD or equivalent Higher Degree

GMC Registration

Specialist Register entry (CCT or CESR)

Job description

Reference number418-M-GS-310Job locationsLuton and Dunstable HospitalLewsey RoadLutonLU4 0DZUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilities To maintain current knowledge of Hepatology/Gastroenterology and related areas appropriate to carrying out these duties, and to participate in a recognised programme of continuing medical education and professional development. To lead by example and set and maintain high professional standards. The post holder will actively conduct/ participate in audits related to both clinical and non-clinical aspects of the work and participate in hospital audit programmes. To participate in Clinical Audit Programmes and Clinical Governance. To assist in the management and support of junior medical staff and of technical staff according to Trust policies and in line with the requirements of the clinical service. To maintain effective communication and working relationships with medical, scientific, management, technical and nursing staff,
as required for performing the responsibilities of this post. This includes electronic communication within the department, the Trust, and with national and international colleagues.Closing Date: 06/11/26Assessment Date:25/11/26Interview Date: 07/12/26Job responsibilities To maintain current knowledge of Hepatology/Gastroenterology and related areas appropriate to carrying out these duties, and to participate in a recognised programme of continuing medical education and professional development. To lead by example and set and maintain high professional standards. The post holder will actively conduct/ participate in audits related to both clinical and non-clinical aspects of the work and participate in hospital audit programmes. To participate in Clinical Audit Programmes and Clinical Governance. To assist in the management and support of junior medical staff and of technical staff according to Trust policies and in line with the requirements of the clinical service. To maintain effective communication and working relationships with medical, scientific, management, technical and nursing staff, as required for performing the responsibilities of this post. This includes electronic communication within the
department, the Trust, and with national and international colleagues.Closing Date: 06/11/26Assessment Date:25/11/26Interview Date: 07/12/26Person Specification
EssentialMedical DegreeMRCP or equivalentDesirableMD or equivalent Higher Degree or evidence of relevant research
Registration
EssentialFull GMC Registration (GMC Licence to Practice is mandatory before employment commences)Entry onto the GMC Specialist Register: CCT (or within 6 months of receipt of CCT at time of interview), CESR - portfolio pathway (must be on Specialist Register at time of applying)
Clinical Experience
EssentialExcellent all round experience of DGH workEvidence of thorough and broad training and experience in General Medicine and Gastroenterology.Able to take full and independent responsibility for clinical work and delivering service without direct supervision.Sub-specialty interest in HepatologyAble to clinically supervise and support Advanced Care Practitioner and CNS in HepatologyJAG accreditation or equivalence with evidence of ongoing endoscopy expertise in diagnostic upper GI endoscopy and therapeutic upper GI endoscopy that would enable participation on a GI bleed rota
Clinical Effectiveness
EssentialUnderstanding of clinical governance and ability to demonstrate ongoing CPDExperience of guideline appraisalParticipation in relevant local auditsAbility to interpret and apply clinical researchDesirableParticipation in relevant national audits
Teaching
EssentialKnowledge and ability to teach all grades of trainees and medical studentsDesirableHas attended Teaching the Teachers or similar course
Personal Skills
EssentialAbility to co-operate in a democratic team environmentFlexible attitude, team player with good management skillsLeadership Skills
Clinical Governance
EssentialAble to demonstrate a broad understanding of the principles and elements of clinical governance.
Personal Circumstances
EssentialResidence within 10 miles by road or up to thirty minutes travelling time of the hospital for purposes of on-call emergencies.Fit to undertake the role with satisfactory Occupational Health clearanceSatisfactory DBS clearance
Person Specification
Qualification
EssentialMedical DegreeMRCP or equivalentDesirableMD or equivalent Higher Degree or evidence of relevant research
Registration
EssentialFull GMC Registration (GMC Licence to Practice is mandatory before employment commences)Entry onto the GMC Specialist Register: CCT (or within 6 months of receipt of CCT at time of interview), CESR - portfolio pathway (must be on Specialist Register at time of applying)
Clinical Experience
EssentialExcellent all round experience of DGH workEvidence of thorough and broad training and experience in General Medicine and Gastroenterology.Able to take full and independent responsibility for clinical work and delivering service without direct supervision.Sub-specialty interest in HepatologyAble to clinically supervise and support Advanced Care Practitioner and CNS in HepatologyJAG accreditation or equivalence with evidence of ongoing endoscopy expertise in diagnostic upper GI endoscopy and therapeutic upper GI endoscopy that would enable participation on a GI bleed rota
Clinical Effectiveness
EssentialUnderstanding of clinical governance and ability to demonstrate ongoing CPDExperience of guideline appraisalParticipation in relevant local auditsAbility to interpret and apply clinical researchDesirableParticipation in relevant national audits
Teaching
EssentialKnowledge and ability to teach all grades of trainees and medical studentsDesirableHas attended Teaching the Teachers or similar course
Personal Skills
EssentialAbility to co-operate in a democratic team environmentFlexible attitude, team player with good management skillsLeadership Skills
Clinical Governance
EssentialAble to demonstrate a broad understanding of the principles and elements of clinical governance.
Personal Circumstances
Job summaryThis is a replacement post and is part of a dynamic and enthusiastic team of 10 Gastroenterology Consultants delivering safe and effective care for Gastroenterology and Hepatology patients. The appointee will be based at Luton & Dunstable University Hospital and run regular Hepatology and Gastroenterology clinics and endoscopy sessions. Supporting the team with the OOH bleed rota on-call together with the ward cover model Maintenance of the highest clinical standards in the management of all patients presenting to the Hospital.Main duties of the jobThe job plan will be a prospective agreement that sets out a consultant's duties, responsibilities and objectives. It will cover all aspects of a consultant's professional practice including clinical work, teaching, research, education and managerial responsibilities. It will provide a clear schedule of commitments, both internal and external. In addition, it will provide personal objectives, including details of links to wider
service objectives, and details of the support required by the consultant to fulfil the job plan and the objectives.The pattern of work may change in the future to meet local changing needs and annual review meetings will take place in line with the new Consultant Contract, job planning and appraisal arrangements.The appointee will participate in clinical audit. It is expected that the appointee will show a commitment to continuing medical education (CME).To provide care to both inpatients and out-patients to ensure that patients are provided with the highest possible standard of diagnosis, treatment and care in the most effective and timely way.About usBedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Both hospital sites offer key services such as A&E, Obstetrics-led Maternity and Paediatrics. You will be joining high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available.Our valuesWe not only recruit based on qualifications and experience - we recruit individuals who demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. We achieve this by using values based recruitment. We are dedicated to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone, we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and creating a culture that values differences. Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering
first 6 months in post. Travel between hospital sites may be required. Please review all documents attached to ensure you familiarize yourself with all requirements of the jobDetailsDate posted23 October 2026Pay schemeHospital medical and dental staffGradeConsultantSalary
113,565 to 150,569 a year