Consultant in Gastroenterology

Candino CA; Colchester; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a Consultant in Gastroenterology to join their dynamic team at Colchester Hospital. This role offers the opportunity to provide a high standard of specialist clinical service, including inpatient and outpatient gastroenterology work, as well as endoscopy. With a focus on patient care, collaboration, and innovation, the successful candidate will work closely with multidisciplinary teams to develop effective care pathways and guidelines. Join a supportive environment that values training and development, and make a significant impact on patient health in the community.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Pension schemes

NHS discounts

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Full accreditation in General Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology is essential.
• Registration with GMC in GIM and Gastroenterology required.

Responsibilities

• Provide a consultant-led service with the highest standard of care.
• Collaborate with the multi-professional team to develop care pathways.

Skills

Clinical Gastroenterology

Endoscopy Expertise

General Internal Medicine

Effective Communication

Team Working

Education

MB, BS or equivalent

MRCP

MD or PhD

Job description

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Job Summary

An opportunity has arisen to join our team within the Gastroenterology department, primarily based at Colchester Hospital.

The successful candidate will be expected to provide a specialist clinical gastroenterology service, including inpatient, endoscopy, and outpatient gastroenterology work. A broad knowledge of gastroenterology and general medicine is essential, as is expertise in diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy.

Main duties of the job

• Work with colleagues to provide a consultant-led service with the highest standard of care
• Work with the multi-professional team to develop care pathways and clinical guidelines
• Develop and maintain good working practices within wards, outpatients, and A&E
• Collaborate and promote close working links with colleagues in tertiary centres, community services, and primary care
• Offer support and leadership to junior medical colleagues, nursing colleagues, and other members of the multi-disciplinary team

About Us

We are ESNEFT, providing hospital and community health services to nearly one million people across east Suffolk and north Essex. Our staff deliver care from hospitals in Colchester and Ipswich, community hospitals, clinics, and in patients' homes. Employing over 12,000 staff, we support our team with training, development, flexible working options, pension schemes, and NHS discounts.

We focus on efficiency and innovation, including our partnership with Epic to implement a leading electronic patient record system.

If you are passionate about patient care and eager to develop your skills, we want to hear from you.

Additional Information

Post details, salary, contract, working pattern, and location are provided, along with detailed job responsibilities and person specifications, including essential and desirable criteria.

Requirements

• Registration with GMC in GIM and Gastroenterology (or within 6 months of CCT)
• Full accreditation in General Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology
• MB, BS or equivalent; MRCP
• Experience in the NHS in the UK, proficiency in endoscopy, team working, and effective communication skills
• Willingness to undertake additional responsibilities and hold a full driving license

Desirable Qualifications

• MD or PhD
• Specialist sub-training, management training, and local residency within 10 miles

Other Details

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