Consultant Hepatologist

Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust; Truro; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Cornwall is seeking a passionate Consultant Hepatologist to deliver high-quality clinical care. The role involves collaboration with gastroenterologists, support for endoscopy services, and active participation in teaching and research. This position is ideal for those looking to advance their career in a supportive environment focused on community healthcare.

Qualifications

• Consultant Hepatologist with passion and drive to advance your career.
• Interest in research and involvement in clinical studies and service development.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality clinical hepatology care in inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Support and develop endoscopy services and workforce expansion.
• Collaborate for complex inpatient management.
• Contribute to a seven-day Alcohol Liaison Team initiative.
• Participate in teaching and research activities.

Skills

Consultant Hepatologist

Interest in research

Collaborative skills

Teaching and training

Job description

Overview

An exciting opportunity in Cornwall for a Consultant Hepatologist to join the Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust. We are seeking an exceptional Consultant Hepatologist with passion and drive to take your career to the next level in this region. The Trust invites a candidate who is interested in research and can contribute to a large, forward‑thinking Department of Gastroenterology & Hepatology.

Department and Service Context

The Department of Gastroenterology & Hepatology is large, highly developed and innovative. It has seen substantial investment over the last ten years with a significant expansion of all aspects of the service. The hepatology service is delivered by two consultants, one Consultant Nurse and specialist nurses. A community based Hepatitis C program operates in conjunction with the hospital based service and was highly commended in the National Quality & Care Awards in 2014.

Inpatient hepatology is supported by luminal gastroenterologists & hepatologists, with available advice for complex inpatient hepatology cases. An Alcohol Liaison Team was commissioned in April 2015 to aid delivery of brief interventions to prevent alcohol‑related admissions and is available on wards seven days a week. The hospital offers a seven‑day roaming paracentesis service delivered by interventional radiology nurses. The department has developed end of life pathways and achieved IQILS accreditation at level 2. Over the past few years £3.4m has been invested in refurbishing and expanding the endoscopy unit. The department has six rooms on the Royal Cornwall site and one room at the West Cornwall site. A new mobile trans‑nasal endoscopy service has been approved and will be operational in the near future. The endoscopy workforce has grown and includes new consultant and non‑consultant endoscopists. The department has won awards for innovations in green endoscopy, including first UK use of Entonox scrubbing equipment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high‑quality clinical hepatology care in inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Support and develop endoscopy services and endoscopy workforce expansion.
• Collaborate with luminal gastroenterologists and hepatologists for complex inpatient management.
• Contribute to a seven‑day Alcohol Liaison Team initiative to prevent alcohol‑related admissions.
• Participate in and promote development of end of life pathways.
• Engage with teaching, training and research activities and participate in national studies (e.g., SEAFOOD and COLO‑PREVENT).
• Support bowel cancer screening activities and related QA processes as part of the department.
• Work within the Trust’s teaching hospital framework and across regional services as needed.

Requirements

• Consultant Hepatologist with passion and drive to advance your career.
• Interest in research and involvement in clinical studies and service development.

What We Offer

The Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust is the largest provider of healthcare services in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. Our three main sites are Royal Cornwall Hospital (Truro), St Michael’s Hospital (Hayle) and West Cornwall Hospital (Penzance). The Trust employs 5,000+ staff, with a budget of £380 million and 750 beds, and serves a population of around 500,000 (with higher volumes during holiday periods).

The Trust has teaching hospital status as part of the University of Exeter Medical School. We continually develop clinical services and are committed to maximising the range of specialist care offered locally. We offer a rewarding career in a supportive environment with extensive educational links to help you realise your potential and develop skills to provide outstanding healthcare to the local community.

Location and Lifestyle

Experience an outstanding quality of life in Cornwall, with access to surfing beaches, fishing harbours, beautiful countryside and historic towns. The area offers clean air, outdoor activities and good schools, colleges and universities, making it ideal for families and career development.