Overview
Are you an enthusiastic and forward-thinking Gastroenterologist looking to make a real impact? Join us at The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust during a transformative and exciting period of growth. With a brand new third endoscopy suite now open and a new hospital on the horizon, this is a unique opportunity to influence how modern gastroenterology services are delivered for years to come. We’re seeking dynamic clinicians with strong subspecialty skills to complement our expanding team. You'll work across outpatients, endoscopy, and our dedicated gastroenterology ward, playing a key role in delivering high-quality, patient-centred care. As part of our ten year strategy programme, you'll help shape service development and contribute to innovative models of care for our local population.
Main duties of the job
We expect you to bring JAG-accredited competence in upper GI endoscopy and colonoscopy, including therapeutic skills, and confidence in managing a wide range of gastroenterology conditions. Your weekly timetable will include participation in a 1:7 GI bleed rota (moving to 24/7), ward cover, and flexible clinical sessions across multiple sites. With significant investment in new equipment, additional staffing, including a Nurse Endoscopist and future expansion into the Community Diagnostic Centre, you\'ll be joining a service that\'s truly on the rise. As part of a supportive, inclusive, and forward-looking Trust, you\'ll work within multidisciplinary teams, contribute to teaching and supervision, engage in audit and research, and uphold the highest standards of clinical governance. We’re proud to be part of the Neighbourhood Wave programme, working closely with partners to deliver more integrated, preventative, community-focused care. If you’re passionate about innovation, collaboration, and delivering exceptional gastroenterology services, we’d love to welcome you to our team and help shape the future of care in West Essex.
About us
The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust (PAHT) is proud to care for the communities of West Essex, delivering safe, compassionate, and high-quality services. We are part of the Neighbourhood Wave, a national programme that\'s changing how care is delivered by focusing on prevention, early support, and more joined-up services across health, social care, and the voluntary sector. This means we\'re working more closely with local partners to bring care closer to home and support people to live healthier, more independent lives. We\'re a supportive and inclusive organisation that values its people. We offer development opportunities, flexible working, and a strong focus on wellbeing. As a Disability Confident and equal opportunities employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. Join us and help shape the future of care in West Essex.
Job responsibilities
* Provision with Consultant colleagues of a gastroenterology service to PAH with responsibility for the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of illness, and the proper functioning of the Department.
* In conjunction with Consultant and Senior colleagues, to play a full part in the out-of-hours On-Call service for the department and Gastro
* Provision of a gastroenterology service which works to recognised guidance (such as NICE and British Society of Gastroenterology) and to targets (e.g. Cancer Waiting Time and New: FU ratio).
* Provision of endoscopy service which meets JAG requirements and KPIs (key performance indicators).
* Provision of gastroenterology outpatient service at the Princess Alexandra Hospital, St Margaret Hospital and Herts & Essex Hospital.
* To provide cover for Consultant and Senior colleagues in respect of periods of leave.
* In conjunction with Consultant and Senior colleagues, to take part in medical audit and research as appropriate.
* In conjunction with Consultant and Senior colleagues, to ensure that the requirements of clinical governance are met
* Future plans to work within the Community Diagnostic Centre for outpatient endoscopy services
* Work in multidisciplinary teams (Upper GI Cancer, IBD, Harvey ward).
* Ensure excellent verbal and written communication with all patients and their carers, students and all members of staff directly or indirectly involved with the department
* Professional supervision and management of resident medical staff
* Responsibilities for carrying out teaching, examination and accreditation duties as required and for contributing to undergraduate, postgraduate and continuing medical education activity, locally and nationally.
* Participating in medical audit, the Trust\'s Clinical Governance processes and in CPD
* Engagement in departmental meeting timetable (Wed am) - Cancer MDT, IBD MDT, audit, Morbidity and Mortality (M& M), Clinical Advisory Group, Endoscopy Users group etc.
* A willingness to undertake additional professional responsibilities at local, regional or national levels.
* The post holder must at all times carry out their duties with due regard to the Trust\'s Equal Opportunities Policy.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Full registration with the General Medical Council.
* MRCPCH or MRCP or show evidence of equivalent training and experience.
* Entry onto the Specialist Register or a Specialist Registrar within 6 months of the award of their CCT in Gastroenterology of the date of interview.
Desirable
* An appropriate higher degree, e.g. an MD, PhD or equivalent.
Experience
* Wide experience in Gastroenterology.
* Satisfactory completion of previous posts providing professional training in Gastroenterology.
Desirable
* Must be able to demonstrate that they have achieved the BSG endoscopy quality standards relating to diagnostic and therapeutic Upper GI Endoscopy and Colonoscopy. E.g., JAG accreditation or equivalent for these procedures.
* ERCP experience and JAG certification.
* Endoscopy Ultrasound (EUS).
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