Trust Resident Doctor ST4 (MN37) – Gastroenterology, Medicine
Closing date: 14 May 2026
We are seeking a dynamic and motivated individual to join our team as a Clinical Fellow in Gastroenterology. This is a full-time permanent post with no on‑call commitment, offering an excellent opportunity to gain broad experience in gastroenterology within a supportive and forward‑thinking department.
The post holder will be expected to work across all three Trust sites: Watford General Hospital, Hemel Hempstead Hospital, and St Albans City Hospital.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering comprehensive care to patients within the gastroenterology service. Responsibilities will include:
* Managing gastroenterology inpatients, including leading ward rounds, reviewing new admissions, and responding to inpatient referrals across multiple wards.
* Supporting the day‑to‑day running of the gastroenterology ward in collaboration with Consultants and the wider multidisciplinary team.
* Conducting outpatient clinics under consultant supervision.
* Exercising clinical judgement in the management of general medical and gastroenterological conditions.
* Delivering evidence‑based care and responding effectively to emergency and unforeseen clinical situations.
* Liaising closely with Consultants and other specialties to ensure coordinated, high‑quality patient care.
* Arranging and undertaking follow‑up for discharged patients, including virtual clinics and review of investigation results.
* Supervising and teaching 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.
About us
With a new hospital planned for Watford, work underway to update theatres at St Albans City Hospital, and plans for a neighbourhood healthcare centre in Hemel Hempstead, this is an exciting time to join us.
We are building on the success of our award‑winning virtual hospital and re‑imagining models of care, working closely with partners and making the most of advances in digital healthcare.
Staff wellbeing and development are a priority, as is the role of innovation in improving clinical care, outcomes and patient experience.
Our vision is excellent patient care, together and our values are to be empowered, compassionate, professional and inclusive.
We offer a variety of flexible working options as we recognise the importance of a good work‑life balance.
Job responsibilities
The management responsibility of the post‑holder will be to the Consultant Gastroenterologist and Upper GI tumour site lead, Dr Paul Wolfson.
Person Specification
Education and qualifications
* Full GMC registration
Knowledge
* Knowledge and understanding of GI disease in the in‑patient and/or out‑patient setting
Experience
* Wide experience in adult general medicine including on calls
* Enthusiasm for teaching and an awareness of current speciality specific developments and initiatives
* Experience of managing gastroenterology disorders in the in‑patient and/or out‑patient setting
* Practical experience in gastroenterology, e.g., ascitic drain insertion
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.
West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Equal Opportunities
If you have a disability or long‑term health condition and require support or guidance please contact: westherts.recruitment@nhs.net
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