Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust

Specialist Doctor (SAS) Gastroenterology

The closing date is 06 January 2026

Job summary

To cover the following duties:

To undertake Gastroenterology outpatient clinics at Kingston Hospital.

To cover upper GI MDT work where necessary

To work with the Clinical Lead and service-line managers to ensure the provision of high quality, effective care which meets operational standards

To actively participate in education and training, medical/clinical audit, clinical risk management, clinical governance, and management activities of the service-line.

To actively participate in Continuing Professional Development (CPD)

The postholder will be responsible for managing their own workload daily and prioritising those tasks requiring immediate attention

There will be appropriate mentoring of the new SAS Grade provided within the Trust.

Main duties of the job

To cover the following duties:

To undertake Gastroenterology outpatient clinics at Kingston Hospital.

To cover upper GI MDT work where necessary

To work with the Clinical Lead and service-line managers to ensure the provision of high quality, effective care which meets operational standards

To actively participate in education and training, medical/clinical audit, clinical risk management, clinical governance, and management activities of the service-line.

To actively participate in Continuing Professional Development (CPD)

The postholder will be responsible for managing their own workload daily and prioritising those tasks requiring immediate attention

There will be appropriate mentoring of the new SAS Grade provided within the Trust.

About us

Developmentand staff wellbeing

Your growthand personal happinessmattersto us.After all, we can't expect the best from you if we don't invest in your development and nurture your wellbeing.From the moment you join us, we're committed to fostering your professional and personal development within a supportive, empowering environment. Whether you're just starting your career or looking to advance further, we provide you with the tools and opportunities you need to succeed.We actively support colleagues to take part in research, quality improvement and innovation, whatever their role or level in the organisation.

To support your wellbeing, we offer an extensive range of resources, including an on-site staff nursery at Kingston Hospital, wellbeing practitioners, regular wellbeing classes, dedicated staff physiotherapist, comprehensive occupational health services, 24/7 employee assistance programme, and a range of other support and activities.

We also take every opportunity to thank and recognise the work our teams do, through weekly 'shoutouts' and patient feedback, monthly and annual awards.

Wherever you work across our organisation, we look forward to welcoming you.

At KRFT we are committed to supporting flexible working arrangements. Applicants are encouraged to discuss any flexibility they may need during the recruitment process.

Details

Date posted

15 December 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£65,048 a year per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working, Compressed hours

Reference number

396-2798-MS

Job locations

Kingston Hospital

Galsworthy Road

Kingston Upon Thames

KT2 7QB


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see full JD for full responsibilities and for further information

For informal visits, speak to Clinical Lead Dr. Jonathan Nolan Jonathan.nolan2@nhs.net

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see full JD for full responsibilities and for further information

For informal visits, speak to Clinical Lead Dr. Jonathan Nolan Jonathan.nolan2@nhs.net

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Full GMC Registration with License to Practice
  • Meets the criteria set out in generic capabilities framework for specialist grade.

Desirable

  • Appropriate higher degree (e.g. MD, PhD or equivalent)
  • Basic Skills course in Upper GI endoscopy

Experience

Essential

  • At least 5 years practice (either continuous or in aggregate) as a doctor and a minimum of 3 years in the relevant specialty in the Specialty Doctor and/or closed SAS grades.
  • in a relevant specialty from other medical grades including from overseas will also be accepted.
  • General training in Gastroenterology or 24 months or equivalent
  • Ability to offer and be accountable for an autonomous informed diagnostic opinion in outpatient setting
  • Some experience of upper Gi endoscopy
  • Can evaluate and manage a patient, formulating a differential diagnosis and initiating an appropriate management plan.
  • Familiarity with supporting Upper GI cancer MDT meetings
  • Independent with Fibroscan
  • Independent in performing MDU procedures namely abdominal paractentesis
  • Demonstrable commitment and ability to teach and train undergraduates and junior doctors.
  • Experience of clinical audit.

Desirable

  • Appropriate higher degree (e.g. MD, PhD or equivalent)
  • Basic Skills course in Upper GI endoscopy
  • Relevant research articles in peer- reviewed journals.
  • Completed 'train the trainers' course

Personal Qualities

Essential

  • Demonstrate leadership for stage of training skills within a multidisciplinary team.
  • Ability to motivate staff, to facilitate appropriate changes in clinical practice and to work as part of a team.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, enthusiasm, and approachability.
  • Commitment to continuing professional development, revalidation, and clinical governance
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Full GMC Registration with License to Practice
  • Meets the criteria set out in generic capabilities framework for specialist grade.

Desirable

  • Appropriate higher degree (e.g. MD, PhD or equivalent)
  • Basic Skills course in Upper GI endoscopy

Experience

Essential

  • At least 5 years practice (either continuous or in aggregate) as a doctor and a minimum of 3 years in the relevant specialty in the Specialty Doctor and/or closed SAS grades.
  • in a relevant specialty from other medical grades including from overseas will also be accepted.
  • General training in Gastroenterology or 24 months or equivalent
  • Ability to offer and be accountable for an autonomous informed diagnostic opinion in outpatient setting
  • Some experience of upper Gi endoscopy
  • Can evaluate and manage a patient, formulating a differential diagnosis and initiating an appropriate management plan.
  • Familiarity with supporting Upper GI cancer MDT meetings
  • Independent with Fibroscan
  • Independent in performing MDU procedures namely abdominal paractentesis
  • Demonstrable commitment and ability to teach and train undergraduates and junior doctors.
  • Experience of clinical audit.

Desirable

  • Appropriate higher degree (e.g. MD, PhD or equivalent)
  • Basic Skills course in Upper GI endoscopy
  • Relevant research articles in peer- reviewed journals.
  • Completed 'train the trainers' course

Personal Qualities

Essential

  • Demonstrate leadership for stage of training skills within a multidisciplinary team.
  • Ability to motivate staff, to facilitate appropriate changes in clinical practice and to work as part of a team.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, enthusiasm, and approachability.
  • Commitment to continuing professional development, revalidation, and clinical governance

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Kingston Hospital

Galsworthy Road

Kingston Upon Thames

KT2 7QB


Employer's website

https://www.kingstonandrichmond.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Kingston Hospital

Galsworthy Road

Kingston Upon Thames

KT2 7QB


Employer's website

https://www.kingstonandrichmond.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Consultant Gastroenterology

Dr Jonathan Nolan

Jonathan.nolan2@nhs.net

02089346298

Details

Date posted

15 December 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£65,048 a year per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working, Compressed hours

Reference number

396-2798-MS

Job locations

Kingston Hospital

Galsworthy Road

Kingston Upon Thames

KT2 7QB


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