Job summary
Applications are invited for LAS ST3 Doctor Gastroenterology
You must have wide experience in Gastroenterology and be comfortable in the initial assessment and on-going treatment of acutely ill adult medical patients with a wide variety of pathology. You will work alongside junior Doctors and with Consultant supervision within a dedicated team and will be required to cover General Internal Medicine Oncalls.
Main duties of the job
This post is not recognised as a formal training slot. However, the training opportunities will be the same as the other ST3 doctors.
To provide appropriate care and diagnostic services for patients presenting with gastroenterological illnesses. To be involved in the development of services for patients with gastroenterological problems. To be involved in teaching and research as appropriate.
Participation in out-of-hours-work and weekend ward rounds is required as part of this post.
The department consists of 2 inpatient wards with a total of 45 male and female beds, which is situated in a brand new PFI build. The ward specialises in patients with hepatology and general gastroenterology, including IBD and acute GI haemorrhage. The department is closely allied to Keele University Medical School with a full programme of ward based teaching, seminars and lecture during the medical academic year.
About us
University Hospitals of North Midlands has two sites: Royal Stoke University Hospital, located in Stoke-on-Trent, and County Hospital, located in Stafford. From these hospitals we provide a full range of general acute hospital services for people living in and around Staffordshire and beyond. The Trust also provides specialised services for three million people in a wider area, including neighbouring counties and North Wales.
Our specialised services include cancer diagnosis and treatment, cardiothoracic surgery, neurosurgery, renal and dialysis services, neonatal intensive care and paediatric intensive care. We are recognised for our particular expertise in trauma, respiratory conditions, spinal surgery, upper gastro-intestinal surgery, complex orthopaedic surgery, laparoscopic surgery and the management of liver conditions. The Trust has some of the most modern operating theatres in Europe.
Job description
Job responsibilities
As a university hospital and a major tertiary centre we offer a large variety of sub specialty services providing an excellent learning environment. All medical departments offer a high level of consultant delivered care and daily consultant ward rounds take place 7 days a week. These posts all include on-call commitment. We operate a modern hospital at night system supported by a large number of nurse practitioners and benefiting from modern dedicated IT systems allowing optimal work load distribution and team interaction.
Job description
Job responsibilities
As a university hospital and a major tertiary centre we offer a large variety of sub specialty services providing an excellent learning environment. All medical departments offer a high level of consultant delivered care and daily consultant ward rounds take place 7 days a week. These posts all include on-call commitment. We operate a modern hospital at night system supported by a large number of nurse practitioners and benefiting from modern dedicated IT systems allowing optimal work load distribution and team interaction.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent
- Advanced Life Support
- Full GMC
- MRCP Part 1 & 2 cleared
Desirable
- Awards/distinctions whilst studying for 1st degree
- MRCP (full examination cleared
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of 2-3 years Senior House Officer/CMT or clear demonstration of equivalent experience
- Evidence of safe, sound clinical practices
- 1-year in a substantive post within the UK or clear demonstration of equivalent experience elsewhere
Desirable
- Experience of teaching medical students
- Audit and Research in the specialty
- Evidence of continuing professional updating
Skills
Essential
- Proven ability to work as a member of a team
- Ability to organise and prioritise busy workloads effectively and cope under pressure
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients, senior medical staff and other health professionals
- Proficient and efficient handling of medical problems
- Evidence of safe sound practical procedures
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent
- Advanced Life Support
- Full GMC
- MRCP Part 1 & 2 cleared
Desirable
- Awards/distinctions whilst studying for 1st degree
- MRCP (full examination cleared
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of 2-3 years Senior House Officer/CMT or clear demonstration of equivalent experience
- Evidence of safe, sound clinical practices
- 1-year in a substantive post within the UK or clear demonstration of equivalent experience elsewhere
Desirable
- Experience of teaching medical students
- Audit and Research in the specialty
- Evidence of continuing professional updating
Skills
Essential
- Proven ability to work as a member of a team
- Ability to organise and prioritise busy workloads effectively and cope under pressure
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients, senior medical staff and other health professionals
- Proficient and efficient handling of medical problems
- Evidence of safe sound practical procedures
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
