Job summary
An opportunity has arisen for one candidate to join a growing, dynamic and forward thinking Gastroenterology and Hepatology Department at Chelsea & Westminster Foundation Trust. The candidate will join a faculty of 21 consultants working across our 2 Hospitals; Chelsea & Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital.
The post would be based predominantly at Chelsea & Westminster Hospital, with the potential to work across both sites according to the demands and vision of the department. The appointed individuals are expected to uphold the Trust values to ensure the delivery of the highest quality care to patients with liver disease.
The appointee must be a member of the Royal College of Physicians (MRCP) or equivalent and would be expected to have completed higher specialist training or equivalent in Gastroenterology. It is highly desirable that the appointee holds a higher medical degree (i.e. MD or PhD).
Applicants must be on the Specialist Register (for Gastroenterology) or within six months of being admitted to the Register for trainees if currently in a training programme within the UK.
Main duties of the job
Consultant Gastroenterologist
An opportunity has arisen for one candidate to join a growing, dynamic and forward thinking Gastroenterology and Hepatology Department at Chelsea & Westminster Foundation Trust. The candidate will join a faculty of 21 consultants working across our 2 Hospitals; Chelsea & Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital.
The strategic vision for the department is for staff to work seamlessly across both sites however, in the first instance this post will be predominantly based at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital site with the potential for cross site working with clinical sessions at West Middlesex University Hospital. The appointed individuals are expected to uphold the Trust values to ensure the delivery of the highest quality care to patients with liver disease.
The appointee must be a member of the Royal College of Physicians (MRCP) or equivalent and would be expected to have completed higher specialist training or equivalent in Gastroenterology. It is highly desirable that the appointee holds a higher medical degree (i.e. MD or PhD).
Applicants must be on the Specialist Register (for Gastroenterology) or within six months of being admitted to the Register for trainees if currently in a training programme within the UK.
About us
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of England's top-performing and safest trusts. We operate two main acute hospital sites--Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital--along with award-winning clinics across North West London.
Our nearly 7,500 staff care for a diverse population of 1.5 million, providing full clinical services, including maternity, A&E, and children's services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health clinics. The Care Quality Commission rates us 'Good' in safety, effectiveness, care, and responsiveness, and 'Outstanding' in leadership and resource use.
We continually invest in our facilities, including a £30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and Westminster and an £80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Middlesex.
We welcome applications for flexible working arrangements, accommodating requests where possible to support our staff and patient needs.
The Trust is committed to equality and welcomes applications from all, regardless of background. Adjustments can be made for disabled candidates. Early application is advised as vacancies may close once sufficient applications are received. If you haven't heard from us within three weeks of the closing date, your application was likely unsuccessful. Employment is subject to a six-month probationary period.
Some roles may require weekend shifts at multiple sites.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The main duties of the appointees will be centred around delivery of Endoscopy lists.
1. Outpatient endoscopy activity
- The post holder will be expected to deliver 6 general endoscopy lists per week (OGD/colonoscopy/flexible sigmoidoscopy) in a semi annualised format likely in a 6 week rolling block
- AM endoscopy lists are booked at 12 points and PM endoscopy lists are booked at 10 points
- A further 1.5 DCC will be provided to allow the post holder to do patient related admin related to the endoscopy lists
- 0.5 DCC allocation for attending MDT meetings
- 2 SPA sessions will be provided (1.5 core SPA, 0.5 SPA clinical audit) to make this a 10PA role
2. On call activity
N/A
3. Inpatient Activity
N/A
Job description
Job responsibilities
The main duties of the appointees will be centred around delivery of Endoscopy lists.
1. Outpatient endoscopy activity
- The post holder will be expected to deliver 6 general endoscopy lists per week (OGD/colonoscopy/flexible sigmoidoscopy) in a semi annualised format likely in a 6 week rolling block
- AM endoscopy lists are booked at 12 points and PM endoscopy lists are booked at 10 points
- A further 1.5 DCC will be provided to allow the post holder to do patient related admin related to the endoscopy lists
- 0.5 DCC allocation for attending MDT meetings
- 2 SPA sessions will be provided (1.5 core SPA, 0.5 SPA clinical audit) to make this a 10PA role
2. On call activity
N/A
3. Inpatient Activity
N/A
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- CCT (or within 6 months of CCT) or on the Specialist Register. The candidate should be accredited in both General Medicine and Gastroenterology.
- MRCP or equivalent
- Full GMC registration with license to practice
Desirable
- Higher degree e.g. PhD or MD
Experience
Essential
- Broad experience in General Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology
- Teaching experience / willingness to teach medical, nursing & other staff
- Experience and competence in OGD and colonoscopy - JAG accredited
Desirable
- Experience of audit / clinical research
- Experience in Upper GI Diseases (Benign and Malignant)
- Undertaken a management course
- Understanding of the NHS and its organisation
- Completed publications in appropriate journal(s)
Skills and knowledge
Essential
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to lead a team
- Commitment to work with other consultants and members of the multi-disciplinary team
- Commitment to the achievement of Government and Trust targets
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- CCT (or within 6 months of CCT) or on the Specialist Register. The candidate should be accredited in both General Medicine and Gastroenterology.
- MRCP or equivalent
- Full GMC registration with license to practice
Desirable
- Higher degree e.g. PhD or MD
Experience
Essential
- Broad experience in General Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology
- Teaching experience / willingness to teach medical, nursing & other staff
- Experience and competence in OGD and colonoscopy - JAG accredited
Desirable
- Experience of audit / clinical research
- Experience in Upper GI Diseases (Benign and Malignant)
- Undertaken a management course
- Understanding of the NHS and its organisation
- Completed publications in appropriate journal(s)
Skills and knowledge
Essential
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to lead a team
- Commitment to work with other consultants and members of the multi-disciplinary team
- Commitment to the achievement of Government and Trust targets
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).