Consultant Luminal Gastroenterologist

Barts Health NHS Trust; London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Barts Health NHS Trust is seeking a Consultant Luminal Gastroenterologist for Whipps Cross University Hospital. The role involves supporting patient care, developing advanced endoscopy services, and participating in multidisciplinary teams. Candidates should possess relevant qualifications and experience in Gastroenterology to join a leading healthcare provider committed to excellence.

Qualifications

• Broad clinical experience in Gastroenterology clinics and wards.
• Excellent clinical skills and ALS certification.
• Proven research track record in a related field.

Responsibilities

• Support inpatient and outpatient care for Gastroenterology patients.
• Develop interventional endoscopy services and participate in MDTs.
• Manage a high-volume clinical workload and perform endoscopies.

Skills

Teamwork in multidisciplinary settings

Proficiency in diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy

Effective communication skills

Education

MRCP or equivalent

Full GMC registration with license to practice

CCT in Gastroenterology

Job description

Whipps Cross University Hospital Emergency Care and Acute Medicine Clinical Academic Group is seeking a Consultant Luminal Gastroenterologist.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a full-time (1 WTE) luminal gastroenterologist at Whipps Cross Hospital, part of Barts Health NHS Trust, one of Britain's leading healthcare providers and the largest NHS trust. Established on 1 April 2012, Barts Health NHS Trust was formed by merging three trusts: Barts and The London NHS Trust, Newham University Hospital NHS Trust, and Whipps Cross University Hospital NHS Trust. The trust has an approximate turnover of £1.1 billion and employs around 15,000 staff.

Our hospitals aim to deliver high-quality clinical care to east London and beyond. Our vision is to create a world-class health organization that collaborates closely with partners and communities to eliminate health inequalities in east London. We are seeking talented professionals to join us in this ambitious journey.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will support inpatient and outpatient care for patients with general Gastroenterology issues. The role includes developing interventional endoscopy services such as EMR, ESD, colonic stenting, and bowel cancer screening, with an interest in general Hepatology encouraged. The post involves participation in MDTs for HPB and General Gastroenterology, as well as X-ray and pathology meetings. The role includes joining our gastroenterologists on the general medical rota (weekday shifts, no weekends), performing endoscopies, and participating in the GI Bleed rota. During 'consultant of the week,' scheduled activities are canceled to cover inpatient wards (approximately 22 beds) and gastro referrals, including triaging suspected cancer and advice/referral guidance. The department manages a high volume of cases, seeing 8,000 outpatients, performing 7,000 endoscopic procedures, and admitting 500 patients annually. It offers services in nutrition, diagnostic/therapeutic endoscopy, inflammatory bowel disease, functional bowel disorders, and participates in national screening programs.

About us

Barts Health NHS Trust is one of the largest and most reputable NHS trusts, committed to excellence and innovation. Having improved from special measures, we are focused on continuous service enhancement, safety, and compassionate care. We promote an inclusive environment aligned with our WeCare values, fostering diversity and belonging among staff.

Job description and responsibilities

The post involves supporting inpatient/outpatient care, developing advanced endoscopy services, participating in multidisciplinary teams, and managing a high-volume clinical workload. Specific duties include performing endoscopies, managing inpatient wards, triaging referrals, and engaging in quality improvement initiatives.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• MRCP or equivalent
• Full GMC registration with license to practice
• CCT in Gastroenterology and G(IM) or within 6 months of obtaining it

Desirable

• Higher research degree

Academic Achievements

• Proven research track record in a related field
• Active research with grants or peer-reviewed publications (desirable)
• Successful presentation experience (desirable)

Experience

• Broad clinical experience in Gastroenterology clinics and wards
• Excellent clinical skills
• ALS certification
• Experience in clinical trials (desirable)

Knowledge

• Comprehensive knowledge of Gastroenterology and relevant skills
• Understanding of clinical audit and quality improvement
• Commitment to lifelong learning

Skills

• Teamwork in multidisciplinary settings
• Proficiency in diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy with KPIs
• Teaching skills for students and junior staff
• Effective communication skills (desirable)
• Staff and resource management (desirable)

Management and Audit

• Interest in medical audit
• Understanding of efficiency and productivity improvement techniques (desirable)

Personal Circumstances

• Residency within 30 minutes of Whipps Cross Hospital

Reference: 259-MED7220328