Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen at the University Hospital of North Midlands to join the team of Gastroenterology Consultants working at our Royal Stoke and County sites. We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic individual with a hepatology interest to provide care and diagnostic services for patients presenting with gastroenterological illnesses.
The successful candidates will complement the expertise of 17 Gastroenterology Consultants, 5 SpRs, 5 trainees and 25 Clinical Nurse Specialists working across the Gastroenterology Department. The department has an interest in Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Hepatology, Nutrition, Capsule Endoscopy and Functional Disease. We offer JAG accredited services across both sites which are fully equipped offering advanced GI endoscopic techniques. There are opportunities to continue to develop interests in research and medical education through established links with the Institute for Applied Clinical Sciences and Keele Medical School.
Main duties of the job
The Gastroenterology Department is the regional centre for Upper GI Cancer, including Hepatobiliary and Colorectal Cancer, as well as non-transplant Hepatology. The Department consists of 1 Gastroenterology Ward with 36 inpatient beds and there are 2 JAG accredited Endoscopy departments across Royal Stoke and County sites comprising of 10 scoping rooms in total, offering a range of diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy. The successful postholder will be expected to deliver a comprehensive inpatient and outpatient service; there is an opportunity to discuss the exact job plan and any specialist interests, and where possible these will be accommodated.
A Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) in Gastroenterology and General Medicine is required.
About us
University Hospitals of North Midlands has two sites: Royal Stoke University Hospital, located in Stoke-on-Trent, and County Hospital, located in Stafford. From these hospitals we provide a full range of general acute hospital services for people living in and around Staffordshire and beyond. The Trust also provides specialised services for three million people in a wider area, including neighbouring counties and North Wales.
Our specialised services include cancer diagnosis and treatment, cardiothoracic surgery, neurosurgery, renal and dialysis services, neonatal intensive care and paediatric intensive care. We are recognised for our particular expertise in trauma, respiratory conditions, spinal surgery, upper gastro-intestinal surgery, complex orthopaedic surgery, laparoscopic surgery and the management of liver conditions. The Trust has some of the most modern operating theatres in Europe.
Flexible working requests will be considered
Job description
Job responsibilities
A detailed job description and the main responsibilities can be found within the job pack which is attached within the supporting documents.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
1. Entry on Specialist Register in General Medicine and Gastroenterology (or entry expected within 6 months from the date of interview)
2. MRCP or equivalent
3. Full GMC Registration
Desirable
4. A higher degree ( MD or PhD)
5. Experience and interest in specialised aspects of gastroenterology to complement colleagues
6. Higher training in a dedicated Gastroenterology specialty training scheme.
Clinical experience and training
Essential
7. Clinical training and experience equivalent to that required for gaining entry on the General Medical Council (GMC) Specialist Register via one of the following: a. Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) (the proposed CCT date must be within 6 months of the interview) b. Certificate of Eligibility for Specialist Registration (CESR) c. European Community Rights
8. Ability to offer expert clinical opinion in a range of problems within specialty
9. Skills and independent competence in diagnostic and therapeutic upper GI endoscopy
10. Ability to take full and independent responsibility for the care of patients
Desirable
11. Skills and independent competence in diagnostic and therapeutic colonoscopy
Professional and Multidisciplinary Team Working
Essential
12. Experience in attending MDT providing expert opinions and suggestions to colleagues from other specialties
13. Ability to work effectively with colleagues and within a team
Academic Achievements, Research, Publications
Essential
14. Interest in and willingness to develop teaching abilities and activities.
15. Experience of conducting Clinical audit
Desirable
16. Experience in teaching particularly of undergraduates
17. Research/publications in general or specialist histopathology / cytopathology
Management and Administrative Experience
Essential
18. Good leadership skills, communication and interpersonal skills
Desirable
19. Evidence of leadership
20. Evidence of implementing change within a department /service
Personal Attributes
Essential
21. Ability to work under pressure, and as part of a multidisciplinary team
22. Ability to work flexibly
Desirable
23. Calm under pressure
Personal Circumstances
Essential
24. Ability and means to meet the travel requirements of the post
25. Residence within 20 miles of base (return to base within 30 minutes if required)
26. To be accessible by telephone for on call duties