Job summary
We are looking for a dynamic and enthusiastic individual to provide a General Gastroenterology and Hepatology (G&H) Service with sub-specialty skills that will complement those of the existing Gastroenterologists.
The post holder will work alongside and in conjunction with the Consultant Gastroenterologists and wider multidisciplinary team.
The successful applicant will be expected to participate in a 1:8 AUGIB rota.
Main duties of the job
Maintenance of the highest clinical standards in the management of patients with gastroenterological and liver disease.
To share with colleague's responsibility for the day-to-day management of outpatients attending PAH and outlying clinics at SMH and HEH
Participate in the GI bleed on call Rota
Support with the Gastroenterologist of the Week rota
Providing a safe and high-quality endoscopy service. Diagnostic and therapeutic Upper GI endoscopy and colonoscopy skills are essential and JAG accreditation for these. ERCP skills are not essential however candidates with this interest would be welcome to pursue this role.
Actively participating in both Departmental and Trust matters concerning Clinical Governance and Audit.
Responsibility for ensuring active participation in continuing medical education (CME).
Participation in MDT and other departmental meetings.
Research or quality improvement activity, which may be tailored to the needs of the applicant
About us
Our Organisation
The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust (PAHT) provides a full range of general acute, outpatient and diagnostic services at The Princess Alexandra Hospital in Harlow, the Herts and Essex Hospital in Bishop's Stortford, and St Margaret's Hospital in Epping.
We employ 3,500 staff and serve a local population of around 350,000 people living in west Essex and east Hertfordshire, centred on the M11 corridor and the towns of Harlow, Bishop's Stortford and Epping. Our extended catchment area incorporates a population of up to 500,000 and includes the areas of Hoddesdon, Cheshunt and Broxbourne in Hertfordshire.
Our Values
The Princess Alexandra Promise to our patients as identified by our 3 values which will contribute to improving our patient experiences:
Patient at heart - Always holding the patient and their wellbeing at the centre of our thoughts and efforts
Everyday excellence - Sharing and celebrating our successes, being honest when we get it wrong, giving us the ability to learn from both
Creative collaboration - Knowing strength comes from diversity, we combine our experiences, skills and talents, working together to find new and better ways to care
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached Job description and person specification for the full job details. This is available to download at any time.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached Job description and person specification for the full job details. This is available to download at any time.
Person Specification
Education & Qualifications
Essential
- A valid Licence to Practice with the General Medical Council
Desirable
- Working towards full specialty registration
Experience
Essential
- Must be able to demonstrate that they have achieved the BSG endoscopy quality standards relating to diagnostic and therapeutic Upper GI Endoscopy and Colonoscopy. E.g., JAG accreditation or equivalent for these procedures.
- Comprehensive clinical experience of gastroenterology & Hepatology
- Satisfactory completion of previous posts providing professional training in Gastroenterology and Hepatology
Desirable
- Author or Co-Author of publications of research articles, demonstrating understanding of research methodology and commitments
Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to work in a team with professional colleagues both medical and from other disciplines
- Ability to communicate and liaise effectively with patients, their parents and other relatives and with colleagues and staff in all disciplines.
- Familiarity with evidence-based practice
Desirable
- Evidence of participation in research
Persaonl Qualities
Essential
- Interest and willingness to support teaching medical students and other health care professionals.
Person Specification
Education & Qualifications
Essential
- A valid Licence to Practice with the General Medical Council
Desirable
- Working towards full specialty registration
Experience
Essential
- Must be able to demonstrate that they have achieved the BSG endoscopy quality standards relating to diagnostic and therapeutic Upper GI Endoscopy and Colonoscopy. E.g., JAG accreditation or equivalent for these procedures.
- Comprehensive clinical experience of gastroenterology & Hepatology
- Satisfactory completion of previous posts providing professional training in Gastroenterology and Hepatology
Desirable
- Author or Co-Author of publications of research articles, demonstrating understanding of research methodology and commitments
Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to work in a team with professional colleagues both medical and from other disciplines
- Ability to communicate and liaise effectively with patients, their parents and other relatives and with colleagues and staff in all disciplines.
- Familiarity with evidence-based practice
Desirable
- Evidence of participation in research
Persaonl Qualities
Essential
- Interest and willingness to support teaching medical students and other health care professionals.
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).
