We are seeking a dynamic individual to be a Trust Resident Doctor in Gastroenterology – Fixed term post from 01/05/2026 - 30/04/2027. This is a full-time post with an on-call commitment to the general medical on‑call rota from September 2026 onwards. The post requires the doctor to travel to all three Trust hospital sites: Watford General Hospital, Hemel Hempstead Hospital, and St Albans City Hospital.
Responsibilities
* Providing comprehensive care for patients within the gastroenterology service, maintaining ongoing clinical responsibility and completing all associated administrative duties.
* Managing gastroenterology inpatients, including ward rounds, reviewing new admissions, and responding to inpatient referrals across multiple wards.
* Overseeing the day‑to‑day running of the gastroenterology ward in collaboration with Consultants and the wider multidisciplinary team.
* Conducting outpatient clinics (with consultant supervision).
* Exercising independent clinical decision‑making in the management of general medical and gastroenterological conditions.
* Delivering evidence‑based care and responding effectively to emergencies and unforeseen clinical situations.
* Liaising with Consultants and other specialties to ensure coordinated and high‑quality patient care.
* Arranging and undertaking follow‑up of discharged patients, including virtual clinics and review of investigation results.
* Supervising and teaching other resident doctors, medical students, and clinical observers, including training in practical procedures such as ascitic taps/drains and lumbar punctures.
* Participating in Clinical Governance meetings, audits, and quality improvement initiatives within the department.
We offer a variety of flexible working options to support work‑life balance.
Applicants with a disability or long‑term health condition requiring support may contact westherts.recruitment@nhs.net. Service leavers, veterans, military reserve, cadet force adult volunteers, and partners/spouses of those serving may tick "Member of the Armed Forces Community" on the application form. We reserve the right to close this advert early due to the volume of applicants.
#J-18808-Ljbffr