Job summary
Thank you for your taking the time to consider this opportunity to work with us. We are firmly committed to being the best possible provider of healthcare and place to work in the NHS and we have an exciting opportunity to recruit to Consultant Hepatology positions.
UHL is a Trust with regional and national reach. It has an operating turnover more than £1.4 billion and it provides a wide range of general and specialist services across a diverse range of communities in Leicester, Leicestershire, and Rutland (LLR) and beyond. Whilst we are a large Trust, it is essential that we ensure all our communities, patients and colleagues receive a personal and positive experience when they interact with the Trust reflected in our new vision Leading in Healthcare, Trusted in Communities.This is an exciting time to be joining the Hepatology Team at UHL with investment being secured to expand the consultant and Clinic Nurse Specialist (CNS) teams. We are delighted to offer an opportunity for a hepatology consultant. The post will work across the 3 sites within UHL and have Community sessions within their job plan.
We are looking for Consultant Hepatologist's who can show that they lead in the right way and that can evidence what they deliver. We will work together as a team across UHL to drive improvements in care and to create an environment in which individuals and teams can excel.
Main duties of the job
There is increasing demand for inpatient and outpatient services in LLR with some of the highest levels of liver related death in England. The outpatient service has been designed to most efficiently identify the level of liver fibrosis in those with alcohol or the metabolic syndrome risk factors, and separate them from the assessment of those that have a positive NILS. We have been working with LLR ICB to encourage systematic screening for liver fibrosis in the community. We are experimenting with new models of care that puts the emphasis on lifestyle interventions in primary care as the key to reducing death rates in hepatology in the future. We are also looking at whether patients with compensated cirrhosis can remain in primary care for their surveillance, with virtual support from UHL hepatology via our established electronic advice and guidance. In the next year, our Hepatocellular carcinoma surveillance programme is being redesigned with 3 new CNS posts and an administrator/navigator.
It is expected that the post holder will take part in the Department's on-call rota for In-reach and GI Bleed as well as working in their specialist area of Hepatology. These appointment will provide consultant ward rounds, outpatient services (potentially including viral hepatitis), hot clinics and endoscopic services, including potentially EUS and ERCP. Successful candidates will be expected to be involved in Undergraduate and Postgraduate education and research.
About us
Our new strategy, 'Leading in healthcare, trusted in communities' was developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners and is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).
We have four primary goals:
- high-quality care for all,
- being a great place to work,
- partnerships for impact, and
- research and education excellence
And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.
Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
- we are compassionate,
- we are proud,
- we are inclusive, and
- we are one team
This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Key Tasks Maintenance of the highest clinical standards in the management of patients. To share with colleagues responsibility for the day-to-day management of patients. To promote new ways of working and co-ordinating care for patients in the community and to ensure that services are based on effective and integrated partnerships across the health community. Take part in multidisciplinary case conferences. Supervise and train junior medical staff To be involved in appraising and assessing juniors. Teaching, research and administration. To proactively develop the service. To actively participate in both departmental and Trust matters concerning Clinical Governance and audit. Participation on a rotational ward cover for between 21-24 inpatient hepatology beds across two wards at the LRI 1:17 Out of hours On-Call for GI Bleeds Participation in a rostered in-reach Monday to Friday (9.00-5.00) General hepatology outpatient clinics within UHL +/- UHL in the Community, Endoscopy sessions across UHL +/- UHL in the Community. Opportunity for flexible working including weekend endoscopy sessions There are opportunities to participate in the endoscopy training academy as well as becoming a faculty member for JAG courses run at UHL.
We have had significant national investment with a new 2 roomed endoscopy unit opening at Hinckley Hospital (CDC) in April 2025. In August 2025 we will open a new Endoscopy Unit at the LGH site which will comprise of 6 procedure rooms. The unit will have excellent training facilities with SMOTS installed in three procedure rooms linking to a large seminar room which will facilitate the wide range of JAG courses the department run.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Key Tasks Maintenance of the highest clinical standards in the management of patients. To share with colleagues responsibility for the day-to-day management of patients. To promote new ways of working and co-ordinating care for patients in the community and to ensure that services are based on effective and integrated partnerships across the health community. Take part in multidisciplinary case conferences. Supervise and train junior medical staff To be involved in appraising and assessing juniors. Teaching, research and administration. To proactively develop the service. To actively participate in both departmental and Trust matters concerning Clinical Governance and audit. Participation on a rotational ward cover for between 21-24 inpatient hepatology beds across two wards at the LRI 1:17 Out of hours On-Call for GI Bleeds Participation in a rostered in-reach Monday to Friday (9.00-5.00) General hepatology outpatient clinics within UHL +/- UHL in the Community, Endoscopy sessions across UHL +/- UHL in the Community. Opportunity for flexible working including weekend endoscopy sessions There are opportunities to participate in the endoscopy training academy as well as becoming a faculty member for JAG courses run at UHL.
We have had significant national investment with a new 2 roomed endoscopy unit opening at Hinckley Hospital (CDC) in April 2025. In August 2025 we will open a new Endoscopy Unit at the LGH site which will comprise of 6 procedure rooms. The unit will have excellent training facilities with SMOTS installed in three procedure rooms linking to a large seminar room which will facilitate the wide range of JAG courses the department run.
Person Specification
Qualifications / Training
Essential
- Full GMC Registration via one of the following routes -Fully Accredited (CCT) or will be eligible for inclusion on the Specialist Register within 6 months of the interview date. -Certificate of eligibility for specialist registration (CESR)
- MB BS or Equivalent
- MRCP/MRCS or Equivalent
- Current BLS Certification
Desirable
- Higher degree e.g. MSc, MD or equivalent
- Membership of relevant Specialist Societies or Associations.
Experience/ Clinical Skills
Essential
- JAG accredited for upper and lower GI diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy
- Excellent clinical skills and experience requisite to meeting all aspects of the Job Plan
- Fully trained in hepatology / gastroenterology.
- Ability to apply sound clinical judgment to problems.
- Demonstrates clear, logical thinking / analytical approach.
Desirable
- Post CCT fellowship in hepatology
- Trained in fibroscan
- Advanced training programme in hepatology
- Evidence of clinical or research commitment and a relevant specialty interest.
Audit / Quality Improvement
Essential
- Effective participation in and a commitment to clinical audit
- Participation in a quality improvement programme
- Experience of quality improvement work and audit
Desirable
- Undergone training in teaching and willingness to organise relevant audit activities including quality improvement evidence
- Completion of formal courses in Audit and quality improvement.
- Published Audit including quality improvement.
Management
Essential
- Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team and supervise juniors.
- Experience of leading teams and awareness of leadership styles.
- Ability to effectively organise, prioritise and manage clinical workload.
- Understanding of wider health agenda and modern NHS.
- Ability to work to overcome barriers to change (negotiating, influencing and persuasion skills).
- Knowledge and understanding of clinical governance issues
Desirable
- Evidence of management and administration experience.
- Management training on an accredited course
- Awareness of Service Development issues.
Communication Skills
Essential
- Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English that are adequate to enable effective communication with patients and colleagues.
- Highly developed emotional intelligence
- To be empathic and sensitive; capacity to take others perspectives and treat others with understanding.
Desirable
- Highly developed emotional intelligence
- High standard of presentation both written and verbal
- Demonstrable track record of successful change management
- Proven ability to maintain focus in a demanding environment
Motivation
Essential
- Personal integrity and reliability.
- Ability to motivate and develop both medical Staff and non-medical staff.
Desirable
- Commitment to further develop the post and the service provided.
Research
Essential
- Understanding and interest in research.
- Ability to appraise research critically
- Ability to supervise juniors undertaking research projects.
Desirable
- Publications in nationally and internationally recognised peer-reviewed journals on subjects relevant to the specialty.
- Evidence of recent research and development activity
Teaching
Essential
- Experience of and a commitment to training/ teaching undergraduate and postgraduates.
- Appraisal and assessment skills.
- Ability to asses clinical competencies
- Enthusiastic and ability to inspire and lead others.
Desirable
- Willingness to develop new approaches to teaching.
- Post Graduate qualification in teaching and training.
Equality & Diversity
Essential
- Able to demonstrate a commitment and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs
Commitment to Trust Values &Behaviors
Essential
- Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours
Person Specification
Qualifications / Training
Essential
- Full GMC Registration via one of the following routes -Fully Accredited (CCT) or will be eligible for inclusion on the Specialist Register within 6 months of the interview date. -Certificate of eligibility for specialist registration (CESR)
- MB BS or Equivalent
- MRCP/MRCS or Equivalent
- Current BLS Certification
Desirable
- Higher degree e.g. MSc, MD or equivalent
- Membership of relevant Specialist Societies or Associations.
Experience/ Clinical Skills
Essential
- JAG accredited for upper and lower GI diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy
- Excellent clinical skills and experience requisite to meeting all aspects of the Job Plan
- Fully trained in hepatology / gastroenterology.
- Ability to apply sound clinical judgment to problems.
- Demonstrates clear, logical thinking / analytical approach.
Desirable
- Post CCT fellowship in hepatology
- Trained in fibroscan
- Advanced training programme in hepatology
- Evidence of clinical or research commitment and a relevant specialty interest.
Audit / Quality Improvement
Essential
- Effective participation in and a commitment to clinical audit
- Participation in a quality improvement programme
- Experience of quality improvement work and audit
Desirable
- Undergone training in teaching and willingness to organise relevant audit activities including quality improvement evidence
- Completion of formal courses in Audit and quality improvement.
- Published Audit including quality improvement.
Management
Essential
- Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team and supervise juniors.
- Experience of leading teams and awareness of leadership styles.
- Ability to effectively organise, prioritise and manage clinical workload.
- Understanding of wider health agenda and modern NHS.
- Ability to work to overcome barriers to change (negotiating, influencing and persuasion skills).
- Knowledge and understanding of clinical governance issues
Desirable
- Evidence of management and administration experience.
- Management training on an accredited course
- Awareness of Service Development issues.
Communication Skills
Essential
- Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English that are adequate to enable effective communication with patients and colleagues.
- Highly developed emotional intelligence
- To be empathic and sensitive; capacity to take others perspectives and treat others with understanding.
Desirable
- Highly developed emotional intelligence
- High standard of presentation both written and verbal
- Demonstrable track record of successful change management
- Proven ability to maintain focus in a demanding environment
Motivation
Essential
- Personal integrity and reliability.
- Ability to motivate and develop both medical Staff and non-medical staff.
Desirable
- Commitment to further develop the post and the service provided.
Research
Essential
- Understanding and interest in research.
- Ability to appraise research critically
- Ability to supervise juniors undertaking research projects.
Desirable
- Publications in nationally and internationally recognised peer-reviewed journals on subjects relevant to the specialty.
- Evidence of recent research and development activity
Teaching
Essential
- Experience of and a commitment to training/ teaching undergraduate and postgraduates.
- Appraisal and assessment skills.
- Ability to asses clinical competencies
- Enthusiastic and ability to inspire and lead others.
Desirable
- Willingness to develop new approaches to teaching.
- Post Graduate qualification in teaching and training.
Equality & Diversity
Essential
- Able to demonstrate a commitment and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs
Commitment to Trust Values &Behaviors
Essential
- Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours
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).
