Overview
We are seeking a Gastroenterology Consultant to join Lancashire Teaching Hospitals. The role is based predominantly at Royal Preston Hospital with rotating in-reach to Chorley General Hospital. The post involves delivering high-quality Gastroenterology care across sites and working as part of a team of 7 Gastroenterology Consultants. Applications are welcome from those seeking full-time or part-time roles. Main duties
Provide direct input to patients on the gastroenterology ward (Ward 24) at Royal Preston Hospital, support resident doctors and advanced clinical practitioners (ACPs) covering ward referrals and Gastroenterology in-reach to the Emergency Department, and provide Gastroenterology in-reach to Chorley Hospital on a rotational basis Participate in specialty multi-disciplinary meetings, regular governance and specialty business meetings Promote high professional standards of clinical care for patients, including continuing professional development Develop close links with local General Practitioners and community allied health professionals to support patient care across providers Support postgraduate and undergraduate education, provide endoscopy training, supervise clinics, and participate in clinical and educational supervision Working for our organisation
Lancashire Teaching Hospitals is a collaborative, supportive employer committed to providing excellent care with compassion. We value diversity and strive to create an inclusive environment. Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please refer to the attached Job description, Person specification and Specialty/Trust Brochure for further details on: What we can offer Job Plan/On-call Requirements The Team Person specification
Qualifications
Full GMC Registration and Licence to Practice MBBS or equivalent MRCP CCST in General Internal Medicine / Specialist Register entry within six months MD or PhD Evidence of ongoing personal / professional development Experience and Skills
Recognised period of work in a specialist department treating upper and lower gastrointestinal conditions Ability to undertake clinical audit and apply findings to clinical work Clinical training and experience equivalent to that required for gaining UK CCST Ability to take full and independent responsibility for clinical care of patients Ability to manage and lead a multi-professional team IT literate JAG accredited colonoscopist Management
Evidence of Clinical Leadership Evidence of commitment to audit and improving clinical practice Research and Development
Evidence of interest in personal development through research and/or publications Further information on applying and the recruitment process is available from the recruitment team per the job posting. Please contact for informal enquiries after shortlisting with the Medical Director and Chief Executive contact provided in the advert.
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