Job overview
Barts Health NHS Trust is seeking to appoint a substantive Consultant Gastroenterologist. This is a 10 PA split-site role, to join our team, primarily based at Newham Hospital, with endoscopy sessions delivered at The Royal London.
The post has a strong focus on inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and inpatient gastroenterology at Newham, alongside advanced lower GI endoscopy at The Royal London, including Endoscopic Mucosal Resection (EMR) and Endoscopic Submucosal Dissection (ESD).
At Newham, the successful candidate will contribute to inpatient care as part of the Gastroenterologist of the Week model, working alongside a well-established and collaborative team of consultants to support both inpatient and outpatient IBD services. While there is no commitment to the general internal medicine (GIM) on-call rota, participation in the out-of-hours GI bleed rota is required.
The provisional interview date for this post, is the 23rd of June.
This post is pending Royal college approval
Main duties of the job
At The Royal London, the postholder will be a key member of the lower GI endoscopy team, delivering endoscopy lists—including advanced procedures—and actively participating in relevant MDTs.
In addition to clinical responsibilities, the successful applicant will be expected to contribute to clinical governance, audit, and departmental management, and to support the ongoing development and improvement of endoscopy and gastroenterology pathways.
We are looking for a dynamic, motivated, and forward-thinking Consultant to join our friendly, innovative, and high-performing team. We particularly welcome applications from candidates with a specialist interest in IBD and advanced lower GI endoscopy.
Working for our organisation
Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain’s leading healthcare providers.
The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients.
Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.
We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Applications are also encouraged from senior trainees within six months of completing their CCT at the time of interview. Newly appointed consultants will be supported through a structured mentoring programme.
For further information or to arrange an informal visit, please contact:
Dr Noor Jawad, Clinical Lead for Gastroenterology at Newham Hospital at
or
Dr Klaartje Kok, Clinical Lead for Gastroenterology at The Royal London Hospital at
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
1. CCT in Gastroenterology and G(IM) or within 6m of obtaining same
2. MRCP or Equivalent
3. Full GMC Registration
Desirable criteria
4. Higher Research Degree
Experience
Essential criteria
5. Independent in Endoscopic mucosal resection
6. Broad experience in Gastroenterology clinics and ward work
7. Evidence of specialist endoscopy skills and knowledge
Knowledge
Essential criteria
8. Understanding of modern medical curricula and commitment to life-long learning
9. Detailed knowledge of Gastroenterology and of the specialist skills required for this post
10. Knowledge of multidisciplinary clinical audit and demonstrable commitment to improving quality of care to patients
Skills
Essential criteria
11. Diagnostic and therapeutic upper GI and lower GI endoscopy with evidence of KPIs
12. Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team – clinical and management
13. Ability to teach medical students and junior medical and nursing staff
14. Training skills in endoscopy
15. Ability to communicate effectively with GPs and other professionals in hospital and community
Desirable criteria
16. Ability to manage staff and resources effectively