Leading the way in direct access services CHEC is working closely with primary care clinicians and commissioners to support the investigation and treatment of NHS patients and reduce waiting times at local NHS hospitals.We design locally agreed integrated pathways helping provide patient-centred gastroenterology services through a one stop service. Each of our centres are purpose-built at central, community-based locations, easily accessed by public transport.
Main duties of the job
The role holder will be expected provide a high-quality care to our patients and will be responsible for undertaking direct clinical work in the gastroenterology service by providing comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, and management of patients within the gastroenterology pathway. Our clinics can take place virtually or face to face.Our services includeGeneral gastroenterology clinicsGastroscopyFlexible SigmoidoscopyColonoscopyHaemorrhoidal Banding
About us
Since 2012, CHEC has been working with the NHS to increase patient choice and provide better access to exceptional, timely, locally-based ophthalmology and gastroenterology care free at the point of care.CHEC has a nationwide portfolio of over 25 community hospitals and clinics operating in a unique hub-and-spoke model. We are proud to have a role alongside colleagues in the NHS, offering patients the choice of access to essential procedures and help achieve the best possible clinical outcomes.CHEC are clinician-led and the priority always is our patients - our dedicated team of experienced healthcare professionals are committed to delivering personalised and compassionate patient care. In 2023/24, we achieved a 97.83% customer satisfaction rating, with 99.78% of patients saying they would recommend CHECs services to family and friends.We continue to expand our community-based offering of vital healthcare to patients across England, recently launching ENT (Ear, Nose and Throat) and Dermatology services. These services are Consultant-led and support GPs with diagnosing and managing common skin and Ear, Nose and Throat complaints.
Job responsibilities
To be successful in this roleTo continue with our support for the NHS, we are looking for experienced gastroenterologists to undertake consultation clinics and/or endoscopy procedures. Applicants will be expected to have an excellent clinical quality record and be able to demonstrate the ability to perform efficiently in clinic and in theatre. Applicants will also need to demonstrate commitment to excellent teamwork to ensure a smooth service for our patients.Who we are looking for:UK registered Medical Degree or equivalentFull or Specialist GMC RegistrationUp-to-date with current medical practiceExperience as a Gastroenterology ConsultantConsiderable experience of both upper and lower GI endoscopyAble to offer expert clinical opinion on gastroenterologyAble to take full and independent responsibility for delivering service without direct supervisionUnderstanding of audit and Clinical GovernanceKnowledge of evidence-based practiceAble to work within a multidisciplinary teamExcellent communication skillsFlexible, objective and assertiveAble to communicate effectively in both verbal and written forms with all colleagues, both clinical and non-clinicalGood knowledge of and ability to use spoken and written languageEvidence of continuing professional developmentAbility to travel independently to all hospital sitesWilling to meet volume and clinical productivity targets
Person Specification
Additional Criteria
* UK registered Medical Degree or equivalent
* Full or Specialist GMC Registration
* Up-to-date with current medical practice
* Experience as a Gastroenterology Consultant
* Considerable experience of both upper and lower GI endoscopy
* Able to offer expert clinical opinion on gastroenterology
* Able to take full and independent responsibility for delivering service without direct supervision
* Understanding of audit and Clinical Governance
* Knowledge of evidence-based practice
* Able to work within a multidisciplinary team
* Flexible, objective and assertive
* Able to communicate effectively in both verbal and written forms with all colleagues, both clinical and non-clinical
* Good knowledge of and ability to use spoken and written language
* Evidence of continuing professional development
* Ability to travel independently to all hospital sites
* Willing to meet volume and clinical productivity target
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.
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