Job summary
Somerset Foundation Trust is a successful and progressive organisation, with an excellent reputation for providing a comprehensive range of medical, surgical and specialist services.
We are looking for a clinical fellow doctor (registrar level) in gastroenterology in Musgrove Park Hospital Taunton. Part time applications will also be considered. The post is intended to provide support to the inpatient team as well as experience in outpatients and endoscopy.
Main duties of the job
Support to the inpatient gastroenterology service (including reviewing referrals of inpatients from other teams)
Regular outpatient clinics
Endoscopy training in the relevant modality, if upper GI endoscopy is the main training requirement this will be offered in a high intensity manner with the aim of achieving independent practice (over 250 procedures) in the first 6 months of the post. This will then allow delivery of service lists during the remainder of the post.
Some commitment to the GIM on call rota -- this can be negotiated according to training needs of the successful postholder and the other registrars.
About us
At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:
* Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
* NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
* Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
* A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential
Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.
We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.
Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.
The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.
Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.
Details
Date posted
11 February 2026
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Doctor - other
Salary
£65,048 to £73,992 a year
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
6 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
184-OL-MED-SURG-4284
Job locations
Musgrove Park Hospital
Musgrove Road
Taunton
Somerset
TA1 5DA
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further details regarding this job role and person specification please refer to the attached job description.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further details regarding this job role and person specification please refer to the attached job description.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* MBBS or equivalent
* Full registration and licence to practice with GMC
Desirable
* MRCP
* ALS
* GCP
Experience
Essential
* *A minimum of 2 years full- time hospital service in FY2/ST1/2 or higher grade, including at least 2 years' experience on a general medical training programme
* *Able to carry out the duties described in the job description
* *Experience of working in the NHS
Desirable
* *Experience at Specialist Registrar grade
* *Teaching of junior medical staff, nursing staff
* *Demonstrates a commitment to gastroenterology
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* MBBS or equivalent
* Full registration and licence to practice with GMC
Desirable
* MRCP
* ALS
* GCP
Experience
Essential
* *A minimum of 2 years full- time hospital service in FY2/ST1/2 or higher grade, including at least 2 years' experience on a general medical training programme
* *Able to carry out the duties described in the job description
* *Experience of working in the NHS
Desirable
* *Experience at Specialist Registrar grade
* *Teaching of junior medical staff, nursing staff
* *Demonstrates a commitment to gastroenterology
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Somerset NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Musgrove Park Hospital
Musgrove Road
Taunton
Somerset
TA1 5DA
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Employer details
Employer name
Somerset NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Musgrove Park Hospital
Musgrove Road
Taunton
Somerset
TA1 5DA
Employer's website
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