Specialty Doctor in Gastroenterology

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Specialty Doctor in Gastroenterology to join our team at Somerset NHS Foundation Trust. We have a strong reputation for excellent clinical care and a growing research portfolio.

You will be an integral part of our gastroenterology team, providing high quality care to patients across Somerset. The role involves a mix of clinical, endoscopic, and administrative responsibilities, with opportunities for professional development and research involvement.

Proposed interview date is 30th April 2025, face to face interviews (date subject to change).

Main duties of the job

Clinical Duties:

1. Conduct 2 independent outpatient clinics per week at either Musgrove Park Hospital, Wellington Community Hospital or Bridgwater Hospital.
2. Perform 2 endoscopy lists per week, including upper and lower GI endoscopy and therapeutic procedures.
3. Review inpatient referrals from other specialties (1 session per week).
4. Participate in the out-of-hours GI bleed rota (likely on a 1 in 7 basis).
5. Work on the gastroenterology ward with consultant supervision on a rotational basis (elective activity will be reduced appropriately for these weeks).

Administrative and Professional Development:

1. 1.5 Supporting Professional Activities (SPA) sessions for continuous professional development, audit, and research.
2. 2 administrative sessions for patient follow-up, result review, and correspondence.

Additional Responsibilities:

1. Contribute to departmental audits and quality improvement initiatives.
2. Participate in teaching and training of junior doctors and medical students.
3. Engage in research activities within the gastroenterology department.

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

1. Flexible working options to help you balance work and life.
2. NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security.
3. Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax.
4. A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential.

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Job responsibilities

Please see attached detailed job description and person specification for the role of Specialty Doctor within Gastroenterology.

Person Specification

Qualifications

1. MBBS or equivalent.
2. Full registration and license to practice with GMC.
3. ALS.
4. GCP.
5. Full MRCP (Part 1, 2 and PACES).

Experience

1. Completion of CMT/IMT or ACCS training with satisfactory ARCP outcome OR Alternative Certificate of Core Competence Medical Specialties.
2. Experience at Specialist Registrar grade with experience in managing complex gastroenterology cases.
3. 2 years experience of working in the NHS.
4. Able to carry out the duties described in the job description, including independent clinics.
5. Independent upper and lower GI endoscopy with appropriate recent KPI meeting JAG standards.
6. Able to independently perform therapeutic upper GI endoscopy.
7. Teaching of junior medical staff and nursing staff.
8. Demonstrates a commitment to gastroenterology.

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.

£59,175 to £95,400 a year. Will be on the Out of Hours GI Bleed rota.