Overview
Applicants are welcomed to apply for the post of Consultant Gastroenterologist at the Royal Cornwall Hospital, Truro. The department is a large, teaching unit with subspecialty services in Gastroenterology and Hepatology, supported by state-of-the-art equipment. The post offers opportunities for developing subspecialty interests, involvement in medical education and research, and potential to take on significant Medical School roles if interested.
Cornwall is described as a beautiful county with an excellent quality of life and opportunities for professional and service development within an innovative department.
Responsibilities
* Maintenance of the highest clinical standards in the management of Gastroenterology patients.
* Develop subspecialty interests and skills as supported by the department.
* Share with colleagues the day-to-day management of the Gastroenterology department.
* Teaching and training of medical students and post-graduate doctors.
* Active participation in continuing medical education (CME).
* Participation in departmental and Trust matters concerning Clinical Governance and Audit.
* Attend meetings as appropriate.
* Fulfil duties of weekly timetable.
About us
Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust is the biggest healthcare provider in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly, with three main sites: Royal Cornwall Hospital Truro, St Michael\'s Hospital Hayle and West Cornwall Hospital Penzance. The Trust employs 5,000+ staff, has a budget of £380 million and 750 beds. It has teaching hospital status as part of the University of Exeter Medical School and is committed to developing clinical services and specialist care locally.
Details
* Date posted: 05 September 2025
* Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
* Grade: Consultant
* Salary: £109,725 to £145,478 per annum
* Contract: Permanent
* Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time, Job share
* Reference number: 156-MS-4317
* Job locations: Royal Cornwall Hospital, Truro, TR1 3LJ
Requirements
* GMC Registration with a licence to practice
* GMC Specialist Register or within six months of obtaining CCT (or equivalent) at time of interview
* MRCP (UK) or equivalent
* Desirable: Higher Degree (MD or PhD)
Experience
* Essential: Teaching (Medical Students, peers, MDT); experience in Gastroenterology; experience in Clinical Audit and Clinical Governance
* Desirable: Train the trainers course; management course
Other information
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks are required. Applications from job seekers who require Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. The Trust reserves the right to close the advert early. Agency interest will not be considered until the advert closes.
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