Locum Consultant in Gastroenterology The closing date is 11 June 2026 We are seeking to appoint a Consultant in Gastroenterology on a fixed‑term basis for 6 months to provide essential cover for a period of sickness absence within the service. This role is critical to maintaining continuity of safe, effective, and timely care across our Gastroenterology pathways.
The post‑holder will join an established and dynamic team of consultants delivering comprehensive gastroenterology services across Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. The role will support both inpatient and outpatient care, contributing to the delivery of high‑quality clinical services across acute and community settings.
The successful candidate will play a key role in sustaining service delivery, supporting waiting list management, and maintaining performance standards during a period of workforce pressure. The role includes participation in on‑call and Gastroenterologist of the Day rotas, with flexibility to support service demand across both hospital sites.
Main duties of the job The post‑holder will provide consultant‑led care across the Gastroenterology service, ensuring high standards of clinical practice and patient experience are maintained throughout the duration of the fixed‑term appointment.
Key responsibilities include:
Delivering high‑quality inpatient and outpatient gastroenterology care across both acute hospital sites and community settings
Participating in the Gastroenterologist of the Day rota, including inpatient reviews, referrals and urgent decision‑making
Undertaking outpatient clinics and supporting Advice & Guidance pathways for primary care colleagues
Providing consultant‑led endoscopy lists in line with service requirements and job planning arrangements
Supporting the management of patients within specialist services, including IBD and hepatology where appropriate
Contributing to weekend working and on‑call rotas to ensure 7‑day service provision
Supporting junior medical staff and multidisciplinary teams in clinical decision‑making
Maintaining clinical governance standards, including participation in audit, appraisal and quality improvement activity
This role is specifically designed to ensure continuity of service provision and mitigate risks associated with reduced consultant capacity.
About us Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest acute Trusts in the South West, employing over 9,000 staff and serving a population of approximately 650,000 people.
We are proud of our collaborative, inclusive and patient‑centred culture, placing people at the heart of everything we do. Our Gastroenterology service is well‑established, forward‑thinking and supported by strong multidisciplinary teams across inpatient, outpatient and community settings.
The Trust provides services across Gloucester Royal Hospital and Cheltenham General Hospital, alongside community sites including Cirencester, Stroud and the Forest of Dean. The department benefits from modern endoscopy facilities, a strong training ethos, and close working relationships with regional partners.
We are committed to supporting our staff through flexible working, wellbeing initiatives and ongoing professional development. This fixed‑term post offers an excellent opportunity to gain experience within a high‑performing and supportive clinical environment.
Job responsibilities The post‑holder will be responsible for delivering comprehensive Gastroenterology services, working as part of a consultant‑led multidisciplinary team to ensure safe, effective and responsive care.
Clinical Responsibilities
Provide consultant‑led care for gastroenterology inpatients on a rota basis, including ward‑based care at Cheltenham General Hospital
Participate in the Gastroenterologist of the Day rota, including inpatient referrals, acute reviews and endoscopy provision at Gloucester Royal Hospital
Deliver outpatient clinics across acute and community sites
Provide timely clinical advice to colleagues across the Trust, including ED, SDEC and other specialties
Support primary care through Advice & Guidance and referral pathways
Undertake planned and urgent endoscopy activity in line with service needs
Contribute to weekend and on‑call rotas
Leadership and Team Working
Support and supervise junior medical staff and contribute to multidisciplinary team working
Work collaboratively within the Gastroenterology team to maintain service delivery during a period of reduced workforce capacity
Contribute to team‑based decision‑making and service improvement initiatives
Quality, Governance and Improvement
Participate in clinical governance, audit and quality improvement activities
Maintain high standards of clinical care in line with Trust policies and national guidance
Engage in appraisal, revalidation and continuing professional development
Service Development
Contribute to maintaining service performance and patient flow during the fixed‑term period
Support service resilience, including waiting list management and demand/capacity pressures
Participate in identifying opportunities for service improvement and efficiency
General Responsibilities
Work in accordance with Trust policies, procedures and professional standards
Maintain confidentiality and uphold information governance requirements
Take responsibility for personal development and contribute to the development of colleagues
Person Specification Qualifications and Training
Full GMC Registration
MBBS or equivalent
Upper and Lower GI Endoscopic experience
Entry on the GMC Specialist Register for General or Respiratory Medicine via CCT or CESR (CP) (proposed CCT/CESR (CP) date must be within 6 months of interview)
CESR or European Community Rights
Additional degrees or diplomas relevant to the specialty
Knowledge and Skills
Ability to take a whole systems approach to Gastroenterology and Endoscopy work within the context of the hospital as a whole.
Involvement in teaching junior doctors and nurses
Ability to appraise research critically
Ability to supervise junior staff undertaking research projects
Ability to manage risk and change
Ability to deal with complaints from the public
Experience in Audit
Working knowledge of evidence‑based practice
Training endoscopic trainers course
Certificate of education
Publications in peer reviewed journals
Clinical Experience
General training leading to CCT (or equivalent) in Gastroenterology
Expertise in endoscopic procedures
Ability to take full independent responsibility for clinical care of patients
Personal Attributes
Attitudes to Gastroenterology compatible with the aims and objectives of the existing team and the Trust
Ability to show initiative and enthusiasm
Ability to work under stress
Flexibility, able to adapt to changing circumstances
Ability to take part in and respond to appraisal
Basic IT skills, word processing, literature searching
Special interest in Inflammatory Bowel Disease
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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