Job summary
Consultant Physicians with an interest in Gastroenterology
Trust-wide based at Boston with requirement to travel to Lincoln & Grantham sites and peripheral hospitals in the locality for Outpatient Clinics
10 PA's + on call supplement
There are 3 fixed-term posts available, (see indicative job plans for each post) across the 3 main hospital sites with the requirement to travel to peripheral hospital sites within the Trust to do Endoscopy and Clinics.
Main duties of the job
We are keen to appoint candidates with the following skills: ERCP, EUS and Capsular Endoscopy.
CCT Internal Medicine/Gastroenterology or equivalent, or within 6 months of eligibility of specialist register
Possession of MRCP or equivalent
Wide experience of diagnostic and basic therapeutic upper and lower techniques.
About us
United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust is one of the largest hospital trusts in the country. We provide a comprehensive range of hospital based medical, surgical, paediatric, obstetric and gynaecological services to over 800,000 people across the county of Lincolnshire. We operate 4 hospital sites and deliver services in a range of other settings; we employ around 7,800 staff, and have a turnover in excess of £400m per annum. The gastroenterology unit is a friendly and supportive team, with a well developed team ethic, which is shared by the junior medical support. In addition, there are a number of Nurse Specialists in endoscopy doing both upper and lower GI endoscopies. There are Macmillan upper GI nurse specialists to support the upper GI/HPB cancer caseload, IBD nurse specialists and further nurse specialists supporting Hepatitis C treatment and alcohol liaison.
Job description
Job responsibilities
There is an exciting opportunity to join this friendly department. The post holder will contribute to the provision of a high quality gastroenterology service for Lincolnshire, working closely with full-time colleagues on each site. The appointee will be expected to join the GI bleed rota on a 1:6 basis. Whilst it is most important to us to find the right colleague to work with, applicants with interests in hepato-biliary disease, nutrition or advanced endoscopy techniques would be particularly welcome.
Benefits
In return, we will support your personal development and continued professional development, and offer you to be part of our team. The NHS also offers one of the most competitive benefits package with regards to Annual Leave, Pensions and a comprehensive range of NHS Discounts.
To submit an application, please click on the apply button below and submit your application.
Equality statement
United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust recognises that everyone is different, and values the unique contribution that individual experiences, knowledge and skills make in delivering quality healthcare and becoming a model employer.
The Trust is committed to Equal Opportunities and improving working lives. We welcome applications from members of the minority ethnic groups and people with disabilities who are currently underrepresented in our workforce. All applications will be treated on merit. Safeguarding Children and Vulnerable Adults United Lincolnshire Hospitals Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults, both as service users and visitors to Trust premises. All staff have a responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and adults.
Relocation Allowances
United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust will assist new employees, who are eligible, with relocation expenses as per Trust policy.
Job description
Job responsibilities
There is an exciting opportunity to join this friendly department. The post holder will contribute to the provision of a high quality gastroenterology service for Lincolnshire, working closely with full-time colleagues on each site. The appointee will be expected to join the GI bleed rota on a 1:6 basis. Whilst it is most important to us to find the right colleague to work with, applicants with interests in hepato-biliary disease, nutrition or advanced endoscopy techniques would be particularly welcome.
Benefits
In return, we will support your personal development and continued professional development, and offer you to be part of our team. The NHS also offers one of the most competitive benefits package with regards to Annual Leave, Pensions and a comprehensive range of NHS Discounts.
To submit an application, please click on the apply button below and submit your application.
Equality statement
United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust recognises that everyone is different, and values the unique contribution that individual experiences, knowledge and skills make in delivering quality healthcare and becoming a model employer.
The Trust is committed to Equal Opportunities and improving working lives. We welcome applications from members of the minority ethnic groups and people with disabilities who are currently underrepresented in our workforce. All applications will be treated on merit. Safeguarding Children and Vulnerable Adults United Lincolnshire Hospitals Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults, both as service users and visitors to Trust premises. All staff have a responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and adults.
Relocation Allowances
United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust will assist new employees, who are eligible, with relocation expenses as per Trust policy.
Person Specification
Qualification
Essential
- MRCP or equivalent
- Fully registered with the GMC with Licence to Practice
- On specialist register or within 6 months of completion of CCT
Desirable
- MD or PhD
- Sub specialty accreditation
- Experience in GI motility and Functional Bowel Disorders
Experiance
Essential
- Able to perform a wide range of diagnostic and Therapeutic upper & lower GI endoscopic procedures
Desirable
- Advanced therapeutic endoscopic procedures
Teaching
Essential
- Experience in teaching undergraduates and Post graduate trainees.
Desirable
- Teaching qualification e.g. physician as educator accreditation
Person Specification
Qualification
Essential
- MRCP or equivalent
- Fully registered with the GMC with Licence to Practice
- On specialist register or within 6 months of completion of CCT
Desirable
- MD or PhD
- Sub specialty accreditation
- Experience in GI motility and Functional Bowel Disorders
Experiance
Essential
- Able to perform a wide range of diagnostic and Therapeutic upper & lower GI endoscopic procedures
Desirable
- Advanced therapeutic endoscopic procedures
Teaching
Essential
- Experience in teaching undergraduates and Post graduate trainees.
Desirable
- Teaching qualification e.g. physician as educator accreditation
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).
