Job summary
Candidates are invited to apply for a Fellowship in advanced luminal endoscopy. The successful candidate will gain exposure to and receive training in a number of advanced luminal endoscopy techniques including UGI EMR and Barrett's radio-frequency ablation, colonic EMR and advanced polypectomy, balloon enteroscopy and capsule endoscopy. There will be a minimum of two training lists per week. There is also the opportunity to gain experience in GI physiology and enhance their experience in IBD and nutrition as desired. They will also gain experience in unit management and governance and will have the opportunity to participate in research. It is hoped the candidate will also develop their teaching and training skills during the placement and will be encouraged to complete train the trainers course as appropriate. This role is for a Monday 2nd of September 2024 start date.
Applicants should be at or near the end of their specialist training, with full JAG sign off for upper GI endoscopy and be approaching or having completed full JAG sign off for colonoscopy, with audit data satisfying standard JAG auditable outcomes.
Candidates must have full MRCP or equivalent. Applicants must have demonstrable skills in listening, reading, writing and speaking in English that enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues, as set out in the GMC's Good Medical Practice (2013).
Main duties of the job
The duties of these posts include a service commitment of 5-6 lists per week of mixed endoscopy with flexible working to cover consultant leave and ward commitments. There will be the opportunity to attend 2 training lists per week in order to obtain experience in complex procedures e.g. UGI EUS, Barrett's RFA, Colorectal and UGI EMR and balloon enteroscopy. Candidates will also take part in the on call GI bleeding rota with associated banding supplement.
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring 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
Key areas of responsibilities
- The post holder will work closely with other members of the team to ensure high quality luminal endoscopy and gastroenterology services within the strategic framework agreed by the team. They will work closely with the appropriate clinical management teams
- The post holder will perform 5-6 luminal endoscopy sessions per week, mostly backfilling available slots in the endoscopy schedule.
- 2 teaching lists per week can be attended in order to obtain experience in complex procedures e.g. UGI EUS, Barretts RFA, Colorectal and UGI EMR and balloon enteroscopy
- Attend the UGI and LGI MDT
- Contribute to service development initiatives
- Contribute to service governance and the clinical management of endoscopy
- Participate in the teaching and training of undergraduates and junior medical staff
- Participate in ongoing research within the department
- Commitment to the out-of-hours endoscopy service at either SpR or Consultant level dependent on the seniority of the postholder
- Support the junior clinical team and nurses with decision making
- Clinical efficiency e.g. length of stay reductions, reducing cancelled procedures and DNA rates
- Quality outcomes e.g. infection control targets, reducing re-admission rates
- Financial management e.g. identification, implementation and achievement of cost improvement programmes; participating in efforts to ensure services are provided cost effectively e.g. managing locum agency spend, monitoring and managing the drug budget to target, ensuring accuracy of clinical data for the team
- Operational efficiency e.g. day case rates, waiting list activity and demand management
- Participate in clinical audit, incident reporting and analysis and ensure resulting actions are implemented
- Work closely with the Directorate, Patient and Public Involvement panels in relation to clinical and services developments as delegated by the Divisional management team
- Ensure NICE clinical requirements are reviewed, implemented and monitored
- Ensure clinical guidelines and protocols are adhered to by junior medical staff and updated on a regular basis
Job description
Job responsibilities
Key areas of responsibilities
- The post holder will work closely with other members of the team to ensure high quality luminal endoscopy and gastroenterology services within the strategic framework agreed by the team. They will work closely with the appropriate clinical management teams
- The post holder will perform 5-6 luminal endoscopy sessions per week, mostly backfilling available slots in the endoscopy schedule.
- 2 teaching lists per week can be attended in order to obtain experience in complex procedures e.g. UGI EUS, Barretts RFA, Colorectal and UGI EMR and balloon enteroscopy
- Attend the UGI and LGI MDT
- Contribute to service development initiatives
- Contribute to service governance and the clinical management of endoscopy
- Participate in the teaching and training of undergraduates and junior medical staff
- Participate in ongoing research within the department
- Commitment to the out-of-hours endoscopy service at either SpR or Consultant level dependent on the seniority of the postholder
- Support the junior clinical team and nurses with decision making
- Clinical efficiency e.g. length of stay reductions, reducing cancelled procedures and DNA rates
- Quality outcomes e.g. infection control targets, reducing re-admission rates
- Financial management e.g. identification, implementation and achievement of cost improvement programmes; participating in efforts to ensure services are provided cost effectively e.g. managing locum agency spend, monitoring and managing the drug budget to target, ensuring accuracy of clinical data for the team
- Operational efficiency e.g. day case rates, waiting list activity and demand management
- Participate in clinical audit, incident reporting and analysis and ensure resulting actions are implemented
- Work closely with the Directorate, Patient and Public Involvement panels in relation to clinical and services developments as delegated by the Divisional management team
- Ensure NICE clinical requirements are reviewed, implemented and monitored
- Ensure clinical guidelines and protocols are adhered to by junior medical staff and updated on a regular basis
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GMC registered Medical Practitioner
- GMC specialist registration or within 6 months of being admitted to the GMC's specialist register
- Appropriate Royal College Membership
Desirable
- M.Sc
- Higher research degree
Language
Essential
- Are able to speak and write English to the appropriate standard necessary to fulfill the job requirements
Academic achievements including reasearch/publications
Essential
- Demonstrable interest in clinical research
Audit
Essential
- Understanding of principles of clinical audit
- Experience of leading audits
Teaching & Training
Essential
- Experience of teaching and training undergraduates / postgraduates and junior medical staff
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/Skills
Essential
- SpR in Gastroenterology or gastrointestinal surgery
- Independent practice in luminal endoscopy (including therapies) by JAG criteria
- IT Skills and computer literacy
- Experience in ERCP and EUS
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GMC registered Medical Practitioner
- GMC specialist registration or within 6 months of being admitted to the GMC's specialist register
- Appropriate Royal College Membership
Desirable
- M.Sc
- Higher research degree
Language
Essential
- Are able to speak and write English to the appropriate standard necessary to fulfill the job requirements
Academic achievements including reasearch/publications
Essential
- Demonstrable interest in clinical research
Audit
Essential
- Understanding of principles of clinical audit
- Experience of leading audits
Teaching & Training
Essential
- Experience of teaching and training undergraduates / postgraduates and junior medical staff
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/Skills
Essential
- SpR in Gastroenterology or gastrointestinal surgery
- Independent practice in luminal endoscopy (including therapies) by JAG criteria
- IT Skills and computer literacy
- Experience in ERCP and EUS
Desirable
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).
