Our local Clinical Biochemistry department provides a comprehensive array of endocrine tests, supporting regular dynamic endocrine testing. All imaging modalities, including PET-CT scanning, are available to support endocrine work-up.
We have the support of the nuclear medicine department for the treatment of benign and malignant thyroid disease. The ENT department offers a thyroid and parathyroid surgery service, and a regular multidisciplinary meeting occurs on the Canterbury site.
We have strong links with the pituitary and adrenal MDTs based at Kings College Hospital, London, for pituitary, adrenal, and other specialised endocrine referrals.
All consultants joining our Diabetes and Endocrinology department will have the opportunity to develop professionally, expand their skill set, and contribute to the service.
We are passionate about offering high-quality care to our patients and manage both general diabetes and endocrine problems.
The successful candidate will be expected to support diabetes and endocrinology services at William Harvey Hospital. The appointee will collaborate with other D+E physicians in the Trust to share facilities and provide continuity and high standards of care. Clinics will be held at William Harvey Hospital, Royal Victoria Hospital Folkestone, and Buckland Hospital, Dover. Integrated Diabetes Care has been adopted in East Kent.
The duties will include supporting primary care in managing the majority of diabetic patients not requiring specialist care. This involves liaising with GPs, participating in education programs for practice staff, responding to email requests from GPs for clinical advice, and working closely with community-based specialist nurses. The appointee will share junior staff, including 1 Specialist Registrar, 1 Foundation Year 1 (on a 4-month rotation), 1 Foundation Year 2, and 1 Core Trainee (1st year). The junior doctor programs are under review to ensure optimal training opportunities.
We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, serving a population of around 800,000 across five hospitals and community clinics. Our vision is 'great healthcare from great people'. Our values emphasize care, safety, respect, and making a difference. We have adopted a new approach called 'We care', empowering frontline staff to lead improvements daily. We seek compassionate individuals to join us on this journey for our patients, families, and carers.
Please note: If you require a Certificate of Sponsorship to work in the UK, you must declare this on your application, even if you already hold a sponsorship or work permit. We can only sponsor candidates on a Skilled Worker Visa for roles at Band 5 and above.
Through our Family First scheme, we pledge to find roles for partners of consultants offered a substantive post. For more information, visit https://www.ekhuft.nhs.uk/careers/family-first-scheme/.
We also offer removal expenses, up to 32 days of annual leave, and active support for study, quality improvement, and patient safety initiatives as part of our 'We care' journey, along with medical education and research opportunities.
For further details or informal visits, please contact:
* Name: Dr. Christopher McGettigan
* Job Title: Diabetes and Endocrine Clinical Lead
* Email: christopher.mcgettigan@nhs.net
* Telephone: 07572217219
Alternatively, contact Amanda Epps at a.epps@nhs.net or 07771983257.
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