Consultant Gastroenterology – Locum
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Role Overview
The North Cumbria GI Service is a new, cohesive and integrated department combining gastroenterology, endoscopy, upper GI, hepatobiliary, colorectal, and emergency GI surgery services. We seek a dynamic and motivated Locum Consultant gastroenterologist to join our team of gastroenterologists and gastrointestinal surgeons, providing an integrated digestive disease service across North Cumbria.
The successful candidate will work alongside nurse specialists in IBD & hepatology across the Trust. Future configurations will focus on complex inpatient care at the Carlisle site, while elective outpatient services (endoscopy and outpatient clinics) will be delivered by the team across the Trust. Sub‑specialty interest will be encouraged where it complements the department and Trust’s service needs.
All members of the team are expected to contribute across the general gastroenterology service. The on‑call commitment includes out‑of‑hours GI bleed cover. The standard job plan attracts 10–12 physician assistants.
Essential Criteria
* Specialist Register membership or within 6 months of completion of CCT.
* Experience in gastroenterology and endoscopy (colorectal, hepatobiliary, upper GI).
* Capability to work in a multidisciplinary team and manage complex inpatient and outpatient cases.
Benefits & Working Conditions
Relocation assistance of up to £4,000 may be available for successful applicants moving to the region.
Standard job plan includes 10‑12 PA's, out‑of‑hours GI bleed cover and support from a dedicated endoscopy unit with 3‑room capacity at the Cumberland Infirmary and a new 5‑room endoscopy unit planned for 2025.
Additional Information
For the full personal specification and detailed responsibilities, please refer to the full job description available on the Trust’s career site.
Seniority level
* Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
* Contract
Job function
* Health Care Provider
* Medical Practices
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