Overview
This post is for a training fellowship of up to 1 year in advanced endoscopy, suitable for individuals in the latter stages of their Specialist Registrar training in Gastroenterology. The applicant will join a large academic department of Gastroenterology based at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary and the University of Aberdeen. There are specialist clinics for inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and all aspects of liver disease.
Responsibilities
* Service commitment is 4–5 endoscopy lists per week, with no ward or on-call duty.
* The endoscopy service currently operates on a seven‑day basis; the successful candidate may be required to undertake some service lists at the weekend.
* An endoscopy‑related clinic could be incorporated into the job plan.
* Advanced endoscopy training for three lists per week will be aligned to the needs of the applicant. Time will be available in the job plan for attendance at MDT meetings and clinical administration.
* Participation in research and/or audit projects is expected under the supervision of a consultant, and there is an expectation of teaching within the endoscopy service.
* The successful candidate will have the opportunity to be trained in ERCP (including SpyGlass and biliary manometry) and Endoscopic Ultrasound (including pseudocyst drainage); at least a year of training in Grade I ERCP is necessary. Previous experience in EUS would be advantageous but not a prerequisite.
* Overall supervision is provided by the Clinical Lead for Endoscopy.
Notes
* Please note this listing is for information only and there may not currently be a role available.
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