Post Overview
We are looking for an enthusiastic Gastroenterologist to support our service, pending finalisation of 2 substantive posts, 1 replacement (IBD) 1 new Upper GI cancer Co‑Lead. The post will be based at The Hillingdon Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (THHFT) within the Gastroenterology department. The post consists of 11 Programmed Activities comprised of 8 Direct Clinical Activities and 2 Supporting Professional Activities.
Team
The successful candidate will join the six existing consultants, Dr Grover (Hepatology and Gastroenterology Clinical Lead), Dr Lean (Upper GI cancer Lead), Dr Postgate (ERCP and Interventional Endoscopy), Dr Rameshshanker (complex Interventional Endoscopy, ERCP and Endoscopy Lead), Dr Arun Rajendran (Endoscopy Training Lead) and Dr Sid Oke (Nutrition Lead). The department works closely as a cohesive clinical team with complimentary interests.
Responsibilities
* On call on the acute gastrointestinal bleeding (GIB) rota covering THH and Harefield Hospital on a 1‑week in 7 basis for an additional 1 PA.
* No General Medicine on call commitment.
* Provide an effective and comprehensive service for our patients and support continuing service developments.
Collaboration and Development
In addition to clinical duties, the post holder will work with consultant colleagues and other health care professionals in the Division to provide an effective and comprehensive service for our patients and support continuing service developments. ERCP is not a requirement for the post but may be accommodated. The Gastroenterology Clinical Lead will be the immediate line manager.
Trust Information
The Hillingdon Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is the only acute Hospital in the London Borough of Hillingdon and offers a wide range of services including accident and emergency, inpatient care, day surgery, outpatient clinics and maternity services. The Trust's services at Mount Vernon Hospital include routine day surgery, delivered at a modern treatment centre, a minor injuries unit and outpatient clinics.
Patient Safety and Quality
The safety and well‑being of our patients and of our staff is paramount and we are making urgent improvements to address this – particularly in infection prevention and control. We are making progress and going forward by working in partnership with local GPs, charities, community services, academic partners, our local authority, neighbouring hospitals and the wider North West London Integrated care system, and ensuring that we listen and work in partnership with our local population. We are absolutely focused on ensuring that our hospitals provide high quality, safe and compassionate care, while drive forward the building of the new Hillingdon Hospital.
Staff Vision
We have over 3,500 members of staff that are proud to care for nearly half a million people, with a vision to be an outstanding provider of healthcare through leading health and academic partnerships, transforming services, to provide the best care where needed.
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