Job summary
Applicants are invited to apply for the position of Clinical Fellow in IBD, based at St. Mary's Hospital and Imperial College London. This 12 month fixed term post offers the opportunity to gain advanced IBD experience and undertake clinical development of the IBD service.
The successful candidate will participate in the gastrointestinal bleed rota (banded) and undertake regular training endoscopy. The appointee will be involved in approximately 3 clinics per week and 2 endoscopy lists and dedicated time for the post holder to perform audit and service development for the department.
The candidate will be supervised by Lucy Hicks (Clinical Lead for gastroenterology) and Simon Peake (Clinical Lead for IBD) and also have the opportunity to collaborate with the academic IBD clinicians, with potential for publications in IBD and / or the development of research interests.
This is an excellent opportunity for individuals with an interest in Inflammatory Bowel Disease; for motivated candidates who wish to develop their IBD experience and skillset.
A degree in Medicine (MBBS or equivalent) and full MRCP or equivalent is essential, as is full General Medical Council registration. They must have minimum experience as an ST4 in Gastroenterology.
This is a full time post for a fixed-term period of 12 months. Informal enquiries should be directed to lucy.hicks@nhs.net.
PLEASE NOTE : interviews date 11/03/2023
Main duties of the job
There will be 3 clinics and 2 endoscopy lists and dedicated time for the post holder to perform audit and service development for the department. The candidate will be supervised by Lucy Hicks (Clinical Lead for gastroenterology) and Simon Peake (Clinical Lead for IBD) and also have the opportunity to collaborate with the academic IBD clinicians.
The applicant must have at least completed ST4 year in Gastroenterology. The successful candidate will participate in the gastrointestinal bleed rota (banded).
Candidates will need to be motivated to undertake improvement projects in IBD, and must be independent at diagnostic gastroscopy, and have the opportunity to train in colonoscopy. They must have experience of managing IBD in an in- and out-patient setting and will attend IBD and one general gastroenterology clinic. Working in a team of registrars, the post-holder may be required to look after Gastroenterology in-patients, participate in ward rounds and out-patient clinics as per the needs of the service.
About us
At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care. Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career. Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.
We encourage staff to have the Covid vaccination to protect themselves, patients, other colleagues as well as the wider community. Please note it is an operational requirement to comply with infection prevention and control procedures within the Trust such as lateral flow testing, handwashing and the wearing of masks, according to the procedures in place at any time or location.
As part of our continued response to Covid19 we are still conducting the majority of our interviews virtually.
We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part-time or job share. Please talk to us at interview.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Department is closely integrated with the Department of Hepatology at St Marys Hospital and the Department of Pancreatic/Biliary Surgery at the Hammersmith. The Gastroenterology service has close links to the upper gastrointestinal surgery and HPB surgery, which are based at the Hammersmith Hospital; and to the colorectal service based at Charing Cross. It is extremely well supported by the Histopathology and Radiology departments. There are also close links with the Department of Nutrition and Dietetics and the Bariatric service.
The appointed candidate will help manage patients with acute and chronic gastrointestinal disease (such as inflammatory bowel disease, gastrointestinal haemorrhage, gastrointestinal infection and cancer, motility and functional disorders) along with patients with general medical problems.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Department is closely integrated with the Department of Hepatology at St Marys Hospital and the Department of Pancreatic/Biliary Surgery at the Hammersmith. The Gastroenterology service has close links to the upper gastrointestinal surgery and HPB surgery, which are based at the Hammersmith Hospital; and to the colorectal service based at Charing Cross. It is extremely well supported by the Histopathology and Radiology departments. There are also close links with the Department of Nutrition and Dietetics and the Bariatric service.
The appointed candidate will help manage patients with acute and chronic gastrointestinal disease (such as inflammatory bowel disease, gastrointestinal haemorrhage, gastrointestinal infection and cancer, motility and functional disorders) along with patients with general medical problems.
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- On GMC's register with a Licence to Practice or eligible to apply for GMC registration and a Licence to Practice
- On GMC's Specialist Register or within six months of being admitted to the register by the date of the interviews or eligible for specialist registration
- Appropriate Royal College Membership (MRCP)
- Equivalent ST4+
Desirable
- MD / PhD
- Previous gastroenterology experience at SpR level equivalent
Knowledge/skills
Essential
- AS PER JOB DESCRIPTION
- IT Skills and computer literacy
Teaching and training
Essential
- Experience of teaching and training undergraduates/postgraduates and junior medical staff
Audit
Essential
- Understanding of principles of clinical audit
Language
Essential
- Able to speak and write English to the appropriate standard necessary to fulfill the job requirements
Leadership/ management skills
Essential
- Able to take responsibility, show leadership, make decisions, exert appropriate authority
- Have proven skills in leading, motivating, developing and managing the performance of colleagues.
- Knowledge of finance/budgets
- Management of staff
Academic achievements including research/publications
Essential
- Evidence of achievement appropriate to appointment at ST4+ level at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- On GMC's register with a Licence to Practice or eligible to apply for GMC registration and a Licence to Practice
- On GMC's Specialist Register or within six months of being admitted to the register by the date of the interviews or eligible for specialist registration
- Appropriate Royal College Membership (MRCP)
- Equivalent ST4+
Desirable
- MD / PhD
- Previous gastroenterology experience at SpR level equivalent
Knowledge/skills
Essential
- AS PER JOB DESCRIPTION
- IT Skills and computer literacy
Teaching and training
Essential
- Experience of teaching and training undergraduates/postgraduates and junior medical staff
Audit
Essential
- Understanding of principles of clinical audit
Language
Essential
- Able to speak and write English to the appropriate standard necessary to fulfill the job requirements
Leadership/ management skills
Essential
- Able to take responsibility, show leadership, make decisions, exert appropriate authority
- Have proven skills in leading, motivating, developing and managing the performance of colleagues.
- Knowledge of finance/budgets
- Management of staff
Academic achievements including research/publications
Essential
- Evidence of achievement appropriate to appointment at ST4+ level at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust
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).
