We are seeking a dynamic individual to be a Trust Resident Doctor in Gastroenterology – Fixed term 6 months post from 01/09/2026 to 28/02/2027.
It is a full‑time post with an on‑call commitment to the general medical on‑call rota.
The post requires travel to all three Trust hospital sites: Watford General Hospital, Hemel Hempstead Hospital, and St Albans City Hospital.
Main duties of the job
* 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 under 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.
Person Specification
Education and qualifications
* Full GMC registration (essential).
* MRCP (UK) or equivalent qualification (essential).
* Additional academic qualification such as BSc (desirable).
Knowledge
* Wide knowledge in adult general medicine (essential).
* Knowledge and understanding of GI disease in inpatient and/or outpatient setting (desirable).
Experience
* Wide experience in adult general medicine including on calls (essential).
* Enthusiasm for teaching and awareness of current specialty‑specific developments and initiatives (essential).
* Experience of managing gastroenterology disorders in inpatient and/or outpatient setting (desirable).
* Practical experience in gastroenterology e.g. ascitic drain insertion (desirable).
We encourage and welcome people with disabilities.
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