Job summary
We have funding for 3 Specialty Doctor positions in Gastroenterology
This is post is suitable for an experienced Gastroenterology Middle Grade or IMT3 doctor looking to gain further experience in Gastroenterology. The postholder will provide 3-4 service endoscopy lists and/or be provided with a training endoscopy lists according to experience also with 2-3 supervised outpatient clinics depending on experience. Support of the Gastroenterology ward will be rotated primarily in the afternoons by facilitating the junior team in terms of patient management and procedures. Support of for the Gastroenterology on call in terms of consultations and inpatient endoscopy lists will also be rotated between the posts. Time will be available for audit/research and one session for patient or service-related administration work. Three posts are available, and these duties will be timetabled along with the established 2 Deanery gastroenterology registrars 1 Speciality doctor in Gastroenterology and 1 Gastroenterology advanced nurse practitioner to provide seamless support for the on call and inpatient services.
Participation in the medical registrar on call rota can be considered subject to negotiation and experience
The post-holder will also be committed to supporting the weekly journal club and medical on-call rota or Gastroenterology on-call rota depending on clinical experience.
Main duties of the job
Clinical activity will be under the supervision of Dr Prasad (Clinical Lead Endoscopy) and Dr Keld (Clinical Director)
The post holder is expected to:
- Have and maintain full registration with the General Medical Council. Medical Staff are advised to continue membership of one of the medical defence organisation
- Share in the cohesive, professional and patient centred approach of the existing department
- Maintain continuing responsibility for the care of patients in their charge, including all administrative duties associated with patient care.
- Integrate within, motivate and provide professional lead in a ward team
- Liaise, communicate and co-operate with the Lead Clinicians, Managers and relevant colleagues The post holder is expected to have the following skills and attributes:
- A wide experience in both outpatient and inpatient general gastroenterology and general medicine
- Experience and training in upper and lower gastrointestinal endoscopy
- Membership of the Royal College of Physicians
- Experience and interest in teaching
- An appreciation and understanding of the role of management in the modern NHS
- Evidence of engaging with clinical governance including audit
- Excellent communication and leadership skills
About us
Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust are the proud providers of acute hospital and community services to the people of the Wigan Borough and surrounding areas. At WWL, we value our staff believing that 'happy staff, makes for happy patients'. We have a recognised track record in staff engagement, and living our values 'the WWL Way'.
WWL are committed to placing the patient at the heart of everything we do, and in the provision of safe, effective care that acknowledges and ensures dignity. With this in mind we are seeking to recruit people who share our values and beliefs.
At WWL we value the benefits a rich and diverse workforce brings to our community and therefore welcome applications from all sections of society.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder is expected to:
- Have and maintain full registration with the General Medical Council. Medical Staff are advised to continue membership of one of the medical defence organisations
- Share in the cohesive, professional and patient centred approach of the existing department
- Maintain continuing responsibility for the care of patients in their charge, including all administrative duties associated with patient care.
- Integrate within, motivate and provide professional lead in a ward team
- Liaise, communicate and co-operate with the Lead Clinicians, Managers and relevant colleagues The post holder is expected to have the following skills and attributes:
- A wide experience in both outpatient and inpatient general gastroenterology and general medicine
- Experience and training in upper and lower gastrointestinal endoscopy
- Membership of the Royal College of Physicians
- Experience and interest in teaching
- An appreciation and understanding of the role of management in the modern NHS
- Evidence of engaging with clinical governance including audit
- Excellent communication and leadership skills
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder is expected to:
- Have and maintain full registration with the General Medical Council. Medical Staff are advised to continue membership of one of the medical defence organisations
- Share in the cohesive, professional and patient centred approach of the existing department
- Maintain continuing responsibility for the care of patients in their charge, including all administrative duties associated with patient care.
- Integrate within, motivate and provide professional lead in a ward team
- Liaise, communicate and co-operate with the Lead Clinicians, Managers and relevant colleagues The post holder is expected to have the following skills and attributes:
- A wide experience in both outpatient and inpatient general gastroenterology and general medicine
- Experience and training in upper and lower gastrointestinal endoscopy
- Membership of the Royal College of Physicians
- Experience and interest in teaching
- An appreciation and understanding of the role of management in the modern NHS
- Evidence of engaging with clinical governance including audit
- Excellent communication and leadership skills
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Medical Degree
- Full MRCP or equivalent
- Minimum four years full time postgraduate training (or equivalent gained on a part time or flexible basis)
Desirable
- Awareness of Endoscopy services at WWL
Experience
Essential
- Need to be independent in endoscopy
- Ability to communicate effectively and co-ordinate safely
- JAG accreditation sign off for colonoscopy and upper GI endoscopy
Desirable
- Experience in ERCP and emergency endoscopy
Skills
Essential
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
Knowledge
Essential
- Good knowledge of hospital policies and procedures
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Medical Degree
- Full MRCP or equivalent
- Minimum four years full time postgraduate training (or equivalent gained on a part time or flexible basis)
Desirable
- Awareness of Endoscopy services at WWL
Experience
Essential
- Need to be independent in endoscopy
- Ability to communicate effectively and co-ordinate safely
- JAG accreditation sign off for colonoscopy and upper GI endoscopy
Desirable
- Experience in ERCP and emergency endoscopy
Skills
Essential
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
Knowledge
Essential
- Good knowledge of hospital policies and procedures
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Wrightington Wigan & Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Royal Albert Edward Infirmary/Leigh Infirmary
Wigan Road
Wigan
WN1 2NN
Employer's website
http://www.wwl.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
