Job summary
We currently have an exciting opportunity to appoint a Senior Clinical Fellow in Endoscopy for a 12 month fixed term period with a possibility of extension to contract.
The person appointed will be based at Aintree and will be a member of the Gastroenterology Directorate.
Applicants are required to be registered with the General Medical Council and be JAG certified for independent diagnostic upper GI endoscopy and colonoscopy.
Main duties of the job
The appointee, together with his or her colleagues will have a commitment to the provision of Gastroenterology. This will primarily focus on the delivery of lower GI diagnostic endoscopy, and training in lower GI therapeutic techniques of endoscopic mucosal resection and other aspects of therapeutic endoscopy.
In addition, other duties will include research, audit, administration and continuing medical education.
At Liverpool University Hospitals, we realise that our people are our greatest asset. In order to provide the very best patient care and experience we need to ensure that we have the best people, who feel supported and empowered to do their job well.
We are committed to providing a working environment that supports our staff and promotes engagement, progression and development. In return for you bringing your skills and commitment, we offer an environment where you can not only contribute to improving services and deliver world class care but will supported in fulfilling your role and progressing your career in the NHS.
About us
Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust was created on 1 October 2019 following the merger of two adult acute Trusts, Aintree University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and the Royal Liverpool and Broadgreen University Hospitals NHS Trust.
The merger provides an opportunity to reconfigure services in a way that provides the best healthcare services to the city and improves the quality of care and health outcomes that patients experience.
The Trust runs Aintree University Hospital, Broadgreen Hospital, Liverpool University Dental Hospital and the Royal Liverpool University Hospital.
It serves a core population of around 630,000 people across Merseyside as well as providing a range of highly specialist services to a catchment area of more than two million people in the North West region and beyond.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
The appointee, together with his or her colleagues will have a commitment to the provision of Gastroenterology. This will primarily focus on the delivery of lower GI diagnostic endoscopy, and training in lower GI therapeutic techniques of endoscopic mucosal resection and other aspects of therapeutic endoscopy.
In addition, other duties will include research, audit, administration and continuing medical education. A job plan of the fixed sessions is available. Please note that this timetable may be subject to change following current reorganisation of outpatient and endoscopy sessions. Further discussions and changes to the job plan can be accommodated to individual candidates requirements on mutual consent.
We would be keen to support the initial, supported delivery of training and Train the Trainer accreditation if required.
There are very close links within the wider region for referrals to the colorectal team for advanced procedures such as ESD and TEMS. We also have every close links with the oncology teams and liver surgical teams for colorectal malignancy management.
The appointed candidate will be expected be involved in the MDT pathways for patient discussion and management.
A training programme will be tailored to the individuals needs and will concentrate on particular areas concentrating on lower GI therapy. Depending on individual needs exposure and training in other aspects of therapeutic endoscopy can be accommodated. In addition, there will also be training within the wider service including MDT and clinic. Successful candidate will also be encouraged to be involved in organising and running of courses at the Mersey School of Endoscopy
As part of the fellowship, regular appraisals will be undertaken.
All medical staff are expected to participate in Medical Audit. Regular bi-monthly audit meetings are organised in the department, and the appointee will be expected to participate.
Fully informed and documented consent will be undertaken for procedures and body tissue samples.
A commitment to Research will be encouraged.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The appointee, together with his or her colleagues will have a commitment to the provision of Gastroenterology. This will primarily focus on the delivery of lower GI diagnostic endoscopy, and training in lower GI therapeutic techniques of endoscopic mucosal resection and other aspects of therapeutic endoscopy.
In addition, other duties will include research, audit, administration and continuing medical education. A job plan of the fixed sessions is available. Please note that this timetable may be subject to change following current reorganisation of outpatient and endoscopy sessions. Further discussions and changes to the job plan can be accommodated to individual candidates requirements on mutual consent.
We would be keen to support the initial, supported delivery of training and Train the Trainer accreditation if required.
There are very close links within the wider region for referrals to the colorectal team for advanced procedures such as ESD and TEMS. We also have every close links with the oncology teams and liver surgical teams for colorectal malignancy management.
The appointed candidate will be expected be involved in the MDT pathways for patient discussion and management.
A training programme will be tailored to the individuals needs and will concentrate on particular areas concentrating on lower GI therapy. Depending on individual needs exposure and training in other aspects of therapeutic endoscopy can be accommodated. In addition, there will also be training within the wider service including MDT and clinic. Successful candidate will also be encouraged to be involved in organising and running of courses at the Mersey School of Endoscopy
As part of the fellowship, regular appraisals will be undertaken.
All medical staff are expected to participate in Medical Audit. Regular bi-monthly audit meetings are organised in the department, and the appointee will be expected to participate.
Fully informed and documented consent will be undertaken for procedures and body tissue samples.
A commitment to Research will be encouraged.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MRCP (or equivalent)
- Full registration with GMC
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Independent in diagnostic colonoscopy
- Good understanding of colonoscopic techniques and skills
Desirable
- Experience and/or independence in basic therapeutic endoscopy
- Evidence of delivering training and education
- Proven track record in significant audit
- Publication of audit results
- Involvement in research
Audit & Research
Desirable
- Proven track record in significant audit
- Proven track record in significant audit
- Involvement in research
- Publication of audit results
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MRCP (or equivalent)
- Full registration with GMC
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Independent in diagnostic colonoscopy
- Good understanding of colonoscopic techniques and skills
Desirable
- Experience and/or independence in basic therapeutic endoscopy
- Evidence of delivering training and education
- Proven track record in significant audit
- Publication of audit results
- Involvement in research
Audit & Research
Desirable
- Proven track record in significant audit
- Proven track record in significant audit
- Involvement in research
- Publication of audit results
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
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).
