Job summary
We are looking to recruit a dynamic Consultant Physician to join our Gastroenterology team at Bedford Hospital which is part of the merged Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
Innovation in the delivery of acute gastroenterology care on the Bedford site is a key objective of this role.
The appointee will work with colleagues to cover the Acute Gastroenterology service, primarily covering the ward, recent inpatient hot clinic returns, virtual ward follow ups, some provision to eating disorder service and to gastroenterology 2WW and Non-specific symptom clinics and to perform endoscopy depending on experience.
On-call requirement with participation in the out of hour's endoscopy rota will also be a core requirement.
The appointee will provide a high quality, efficient, patient focused and Consultant led acute gastroenterology in-patient service.
Candidates are advised to discuss the compatibility of special interests prior to application.
We are restructuring the service to provide maximum Consultant shop floor presence to facilitate early patient reviews and early senior decision making with the addition of this post to the ward gastroenterology consultant.
Main duties of the job
o Provide a consultant-based service to the patients attending the gastro ward with most duties being ward round based to ensure early consultant review and decision making.
The post holder will be expected to participate in gastroenterology ward rounds on weekday mornings
o The ward MDT meeting will take place every weekday where discussion of every patient's case and plan can be communicated to all members of staff.
o Carry out post take rounds if required, attend other ward rounds as necessary, outpatient clinics and hospital consultations.
o Supervise junior medical staff, including clinical and educational supervision if appropriate expertise
o Participate in the Multidisciplinary Team meetings where appropriate.
o To develop an agreed sub-speciality interest as agreed with the Trust and dependant on this being in keeping with the Trust's strategic plans.
o Participate in the management of the service.
o Contribute to both postgraduate and undergraduate teaching and education.
o Undertake high quality medical audit projects and participate in the collection of data required to meet national quality standards.
o Implement audit and research findings as appropriate in clinical practice.
o Prepare and participate in an annual appraisal in accordance with Trust policy.
o Participate and comply with the requirements for Continuing Professional Development and revalidation as laid down by the Royal College of Physicians.
About us
Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Both hospital sites offer key services such as A&E, Obstetrics-led Maternity and Paediatrics.
You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career.
We have state-of-the art facilities placing us at the heart of cutting edge health care. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available.
Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. Please ensure that you make your application as soon as possible.
Please review all documents attached to this advert to ensure you familiarise yourself with all requirements of the job.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The successful applicant will work with existing Consultants to provide a comprehensive service for patients within Gastroenterology. The successful applicant would be encouraged to develop a specialist interest in order to complement the existing care of the service.
The candidate is to be competent in therapeutic, emergency upper GI endoscopy, to support the out of hours rota on a 1 in 7 basis.
The Trust, along with Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust (as well as other health and social care partners) have embarked on a strategic change programme known as the BLMK Integrated Care System (ICS). As a result of this the successful candidate may be required to adapt their job plan in the future to work across more than one site within the area; this may also include delivering aspects of care in community settings which supports the Trusts vertical integration ambition.
The Trust is part of the Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes Health and Care Partnership (Integrated Care System) and within this the Bedfordshire Care Alliance. As a result of this, the successful candidate may be required to adapt their job plan in the future to work across more than one site within the area; this may also include delivering aspects of care in community settings which supports the Trusts vertical integration strategy.
Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The successful applicant will work with existing Consultants to provide a comprehensive service for patients within Gastroenterology. The successful applicant would be encouraged to develop a specialist interest in order to complement the existing care of the service.
The candidate is to be competent in therapeutic, emergency upper GI endoscopy, to support the out of hours rota on a 1 in 7 basis.
The Trust, along with Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust (as well as other health and social care partners) have embarked on a strategic change programme known as the BLMK Integrated Care System (ICS). As a result of this the successful candidate may be required to adapt their job plan in the future to work across more than one site within the area; this may also include delivering aspects of care in community settings which supports the Trusts vertical integration ambition.
The Trust is part of the Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes Health and Care Partnership (Integrated Care System) and within this the Bedfordshire Care Alliance. As a result of this, the successful candidate may be required to adapt their job plan in the future to work across more than one site within the area; this may also include delivering aspects of care in community settings which supports the Trusts vertical integration strategy.
Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Medical Degree
- MRCP or equivalent
Desirable
- MD or equivalent Higher Degree or evidence of relevant research
GMC Registration
Essential
- Full GMC Registration (GMC Licence to Practice is mandatory before employment commences)
Desirable
- Entry onto the GMC Specialist Register via CCT (or within 6 months of receipt of CCT at time of interview) or CESR (must be on Specialist Register at time of applying)
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Excellent all round experience of DGH work
- Evidence of thorough and broad training and experience in General/Acute Medicine
- Experience in gastroenterology clinics and management of patients with eating disorders
- Able to take full and independent responsibility for clinical work and delivering service without direct supervision
Desirable
- JAG accredited in Endoscopy or working towards
Clinical Effectiveness
Essential
- Understanding of clinical governance and ability to demonstrate ongoing CPD
- Participation in relevant local audits
- Experience of guideline appraisal
- Ability to interpret and apply clinical research
Desirable
- Participation in relevant national audits
Teaching
Essential
- Knowledge and ability to teach all grades of trainees and medical students
Desirable
- Has attended Teaching the Teachers or similar course
Personal Skills
Essential
- Ability to co-operate in a democratic team environment
- Flexible attitude, team player with good time management
- Leadership skills
Personal circumstances
Essential
- Residence within 10 miles by road or up to thirty minutes travelling time of the hospital for purposes of on-call emergencies
- Fit to undertake the role with satisfactory Occupational Health clearance
- Satisfactory DBS clearance
Clinical Governance
Essential
- Able to demonstrate a broad understanding of the principles and elements of clinical governance
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Medical Degree
- MRCP or equivalent
Desirable
- MD or equivalent Higher Degree or evidence of relevant research
GMC Registration
Essential
- Full GMC Registration (GMC Licence to Practice is mandatory before employment commences)
Desirable
- Entry onto the GMC Specialist Register via CCT (or within 6 months of receipt of CCT at time of interview) or CESR (must be on Specialist Register at time of applying)
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Excellent all round experience of DGH work
- Evidence of thorough and broad training and experience in General/Acute Medicine
- Experience in gastroenterology clinics and management of patients with eating disorders
- Able to take full and independent responsibility for clinical work and delivering service without direct supervision
Desirable
- JAG accredited in Endoscopy or working towards
Clinical Effectiveness
Essential
- Understanding of clinical governance and ability to demonstrate ongoing CPD
- Participation in relevant local audits
- Experience of guideline appraisal
- Ability to interpret and apply clinical research
Desirable
- Participation in relevant national audits
Teaching
Essential
- Knowledge and ability to teach all grades of trainees and medical students
Desirable
- Has attended Teaching the Teachers or similar course
Personal Skills
Essential
- Ability to co-operate in a democratic team environment
- Flexible attitude, team player with good time management
- Leadership skills
Personal circumstances
Essential
- Residence within 10 miles by road or up to thirty minutes travelling time of the hospital for purposes of on-call emergencies
- Fit to undertake the role with satisfactory Occupational Health clearance
- Satisfactory DBS clearance
Clinical Governance
Essential
- Able to demonstrate a broad understanding of the principles and elements of 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.
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).
