Specialist Doctor (SAS) Gastroenterology

NHS; Kingston upon Thames; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

A local healthcare provider in the United Kingdom seeks a Specialist Doctor (SAS) in Gastroenterology. This role involves undertaking outpatient clinics at Kingston Hospital, covering upper GI work, and participating in the education and training of staff. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of practice, including 3 years in Gastroenterology, with a commitment to ongoing professional development. Flexible working arrangements are encouraged.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

On-site staff nursery

Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• 5+ years practice as a doctor with 3 years in Gastroenterology.
• Experience in performing upper GI endoscopy.
• Familiarity with Upper GI cancer MDT meetings.

Responsibilities

• Undertake Gastroenterology outpatient clinics at Kingston Hospital.
• Cover upper GI MDT work as necessary.
• Participate in education and training as well as clinical governance.

Skills

Leadership within a multidisciplinary team

Excellent written and verbal communication

Ability to motivate staff

Continuing professional development

Education

Full GMC Registration with License to Practice

Higher degree (e.g. MD, PhD)

Job description

Go back Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust

Specialist Doctor (SAS) Gastroenterology

The closing date is 06 January 2026

To undertake Gastroenterology outpatient clinics at Kingston Hospital.

To cover upper GI MDT work where necessary.

To work with the Clinical Lead and service-line managers to ensure the provision of high quality, effective care which meets operational standards.

To actively participate in education and training, medical/clinical audit, clinical risk management, clinical governance, and management activities of the service-line.

To actively participate in Continuing Professional Development (CPD).

The postholder will be responsible for managing their own workload daily and prioritising those tasks requiring immediate attention.

There will be appropriate mentoring of the new SAS Grade provided within the Trust.

Main duties of the job

To cover the following duties:

• To undertake Gastroenterology outpatient clinics at Kingston Hospital.
• To cover upper GI MDT work where necessary.
• To work with the Clinical Lead and service-line managers to ensure the provision of high quality, effective care which meets operational standards.
• To actively participate in education and training, medical/clinical audit, clinical risk management, clinical governance, and management activities of the service-line.
• To actively participate in Continuing Professional Development (CPD).
• The postholder will be responsible for managing their own workload daily and prioritising those tasks requiring immediate attention.
• There will be appropriate mentoring of the new SAS Grade provided within the Trust.

About us

Developmentand staff wellbeing

Your growthand personal happinessmattersto us. After all, we can't expect the best from you if we don't invest in your development and nurture your wellbeing.

From the moment you join us, we're committed to fostering your professional and personal development within a supportive, empowering environment. Whether you're just starting your career or looking to advance further, we provide you with the tools and opportunities you need to succeed.

We actively support colleagues to take part in research, quality improvement and innovation, whatever their role or level in the organisation.

To support your wellbeing, we offer an extensive range of resources, including an on-site staff nursery at Kingston Hospital, wellbeing practitioners, regular wellbeing classes, dedicated staff physiotherapist, comprehensive occupational health services, 24/7 employee assistance programme, and a range of other support and activities.

We also take every opportunity to thank and recognise the work our teams do, through weekly 'shoutouts' and patient feedback, monthly and annual awards.

Wherever you work across our organisation, we look forward to welcoming you.

At KRFT we are committed to supporting flexible working arrangements. Applicants are encouraged to discuss any flexibility they may need during the recruitment process.

Job responsibilities

Please see full JD for full responsibilities and for further information.

For informal visits, speak to Clinical Lead Dr. Jonathan Nolan [e-mail].

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Full GMC Registration with License to Practice.
• Meets the criteria set out in generic capabilities framework for specialist grade.
• Appropriate higher degree (e.g. MD, PhD or equivalent).
• Basic Skills course in Upper GI endoscopy.

Experience

• At least 5 years practice (either continuous or in aggregate) as a doctor and a minimum of 3 years in the relevant specialty in the Specialty Doctor and/or closed SAS grades.
• In a relevant specialty from other medical grades including from overseas will also be accepted.
• General training in Gastroenterology or 24 months or equivalent.
• Ability to offer and be accountable for an autonomous informed diagnostic opinion in outpatient setting.
• Some experience of upper Gi endoscopy.
• Can evaluate and manage a patient, formulating a differential diagnosis and initiating an appropriate management plan.
• Familiarity with supporting Upper GI cancer MDT meetings.
• Independent with Fibroscan.
• Independent in performing MDU procedures namely abdominal paractentesis.
• Demonstrable commitment and ability to teach and train undergraduates and junior doctors.
• Experience of clinical audit.
• Appropriate higher degree (e.g. MD, PhD or equivalent).
• Basic Skills course in Upper GI endoscopy.
• Relevant research articles in peer reviewed journals.
• Completed 'train the trainers' course.

Personal Qualities

• Demonstrate leadership for stage of training skills within a multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to motivate staff, to facilitate appropriate changes in clinical practice and to work as part of a team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, enthusiasm, and approachability.
• Commitment to continuing professional development, revalidation, and clinical governance.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust

Part-time, Flexible working, Compressed hours