Specialist Endoscopist / Gastroenterologist - Fixed Term post

Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust; Truro; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS Trust in the UK is looking for a Specialist Doctor in Endoscopy/Gastroenterology. The position involves performing diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures, engaging in patient care, and contributing to a multidisciplinary team. Applicants must have full GMC registration and extensive experience in the field. This rewarding role offers opportunities for teaching and research, making a meaningful impact on patients' lives.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 years of medical work since obtaining a primary medical qualification.
• At least 6 years in a relevant specialty.
• Competence in performing colonoscopy independently.

Responsibilities

• Perform a range of endoscopic procedures.
• Provide expert clinical advice.
• Engage in continuous professional development.

Skills

Fluent English (IELTS level 7.5)

Independent in colonoscopy

Clinical decision-making

Education

Full GMC Registration

Higher Degree (MD or PhD)

Job description

Are you a skilled and enthusiastic Specialist Doctor in Endoscopy/Gastroenterology looking for an exciting new challenge? We are seeking an NHS Fixed Term Specialist Doctor to join our vibrant team. In this role, you will perform a variety of diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures, playing a crucial part in our mission to provide exceptional patient care.

"Working in the Endoscopy Unit at Royal Cornwall Hospital is incredibly rewarding. Every day brings new challenges and learning opportunities, and the team is like a second family. We support each other, celebrate our successes, and have fun while making a real difference in our patients' lives."

To enable us to process your application we require the following information within the supporting statement: Lifetime numbers of colonoscopy and gastroscopy - supervised and independent. Last 12 months independent numbers for the following: > Colonoscopy - Total number of colonoscopies in the last 12 months. Intubation Rate, Adenoma Detection Rate, Perforation Rate , Bleeding Rate, Level of Polypectomy Gastroscopy - Total number of gastroscopies in the last 12 months, D2 Intubation Rate, Complications & Types and numbers of therapy

2 Sessions per week will be assigned for teaching, or the option of research may be available for the right candidate!

Main duties of the job

• Perform a range of endoscopic procedures, including gastroscopy, colonoscopy, and flexible sigmoidoscopy.
• Provide expert clinical advice and support to patients and colleagues.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and contribute to clinical decision-making.
• Maintain accurate and comprehensive patient records.
• Ensure compliance with clinical guidelines and hospital policies.
• Engage in continuous professional development and training.

About us

The Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust (RCHT) is the main provider of acute and specialist care services in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We serve a population of around 500,000 people - a figure that can increase significantly withvisitors during the busiest times of the year. We employ approximately 6,700 staff and have a budget of approximately £580 million.

We are a teaching hospital in partnership with the University of Exeter Medical School, University of Plymouth School of Nursing and Midwifery, and Peninsula Dental School.

The Knowledge Spa on the Royal Cornwall Hospital site is the base for medical and nursing as well as ongoing education for health professions in clinical and non-clinical roles.

Keeping at the forefront of medical advances, we are continually developing our clinical services as well as our facilities and are committed to maximising the range of specialist care that can be offered locally. Allied to this is a growing reputation for research and innovation.

Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust is a research active organisation.

It's established South West Clinical School in Cornwall exists to promote clinical academic career opportunities for nurses, midwives and allied health professionals interested in research and evidence‑based activities. Read their research paper to find out more.

Job responsibilities

PLEASE NOTE: To view the full Job Description and Person Specification, please click view the supporting document on the right hand side

To be an employee of the NHS you need to successfully complete the following:

• Identity Checks
• Professional registration and qualification checks
• Employment history and reference checks
• Work health assessments
• Criminal record check standards
• Right to work checks

• We reserve the right to close this advert early, or when the allocated number of applications has been reached. Please submit your application at the earliest opportunity.
• Agency interest will not be considered until this advert has closed.

Qualifications

• Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice (requires PLAB 1 and 2 for overseas medical graduates)
• A minimum of 12 years' medical work (either continuous period or in aggregate) since obtaining a primary medical qualification of which a minimum of six years should have been in a relevant specialty in the Specialty Doctor and/or closed SAS grades. Equivalent years' experience in a relevant specialty from other medical grades including from overseas will also be accepted
• Must be competent and independent in colonoscopy
• Higher Degree e.g. MD or PhD.

Practical Skills

• Speak fluent English to at least I.E.L.R.S level 7.5.

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.

Consultant Gastroenterologist & Specialty Lead