East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust

Specialty Doctor Gastroenterology

The closing date is 22 December 2025

Job summary

We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Specialty Doctor in the Digestive Diseases Directorate. This is an exciting opportunity for doctor with experience in gastroenterology and endoscopy to develop their skills in a supportive and progressive environment supporting delivery of high quality care for patients with a wide range of gastrointestinal and liver conditions.

For entry to the Specialty Doctor grade, applicants must have at least four years of post- registration training, of which at least two years must be in a specialty training programme in Gastroenterology, or must be able to demonstrate comparable skills and competencies

The applicant should be keen, hardworking and have willingness to work flexibly as a team member.

Main duties of the job

The post offers a balance of endoscopy, inpatient and outpatient work. The post holder will run outpatient clinics, have responsibility for patients on the ward, participate in endoscopy and will work closely with colleagues in delivering and developing the services locally.

About us

At East Lancashire Hospitals Trust, our vision is to be widely recognised for providing safe, personal and effective care. We currently provide high quality services and treat over 600,000 people across East Lancashire, Blackburn with Darwen and the surrounding area. We employ over 7,000 staff, many of whom are internationally renowned and have won awards for their work.

Details

Date posted

15 December 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Specialty Doctor

Salary

£61,542 to £99,216 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

435-MQ143-25

Job locations

Royal Blackburn Hospital

Haslingden Road

Blackburn

BB2 3HH


Job description

Job responsibilities

  • OP clinicsand all associated reviews/responses under consultant supervision and guidance
  • Triage of primary care referrals / A&G referrals
  • Independent endoscopy sessions (elective and/or inpatient)
  • To provide ongoing care of patients on acute wards at RBH in partnership and consultant colleagues.
  • The post holder is expected to supervise junior medical staff and have continuing in- patient responsibility in conjunction with the members of junior doctors medical team
  • Participation in clinical audit
  • Conducting suitable duties in cases of emergencies and unforeseen circumstances.
  • To attend meetings of the Directorate of Gastroenterology and any other pertinent management meetings as deemed necessary.
  • The duties outlined above are not definitive and may be changed in accordance with the needs of the service.

Job description

Job responsibilities

  • OP clinicsand all associated reviews/responses under consultant supervision and guidance
  • Triage of primary care referrals / A&G referrals
  • Independent endoscopy sessions (elective and/or inpatient)
  • To provide ongoing care of patients on acute wards at RBH in partnership and consultant colleagues.
  • The post holder is expected to supervise junior medical staff and have continuing in- patient responsibility in conjunction with the members of junior doctors medical team
  • Participation in clinical audit
  • Conducting suitable duties in cases of emergencies and unforeseen circumstances.
  • To attend meetings of the Directorate of Gastroenterology and any other pertinent management meetings as deemed necessary.
  • The duties outlined above are not definitive and may be changed in accordance with the needs of the service.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Educational Qualifications - Full registration with General Medical Council
  • Professional /Occupational Qualifications - MRCP, or should have evidence of active participation towards MRCP exam
  • Endoscopy experience
  • Gastroenterology experience
  • Awareness of basic research methods and participation in audit
  • Understanding of current NHS management systems including clinical governance and risk management.
  • Ability to communicate and liaise effectively with patients, their parents and other relatives and with colleagues and staff in all disciplines.
  • Supervision - Experience of supervision of junior staff
  • Teamwork - Ability to work in a team with professional colleagues both medical and from other disciplines

Desirable

  • A higher qualification e.g. M.D. or MSc.
  • Signed off to deliver independent endoscopy lists
  • Specialist experience in one or more areas of practice to take a lead role in that area.
  • Attendance at courses in teaching, appraisal and mentorship
  • Previous research projects/publications
  • Previous participation in a management role
  • Experience in appraisal and mentoring
Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Educational Qualifications - Full registration with General Medical Council
  • Professional /Occupational Qualifications - MRCP, or should have evidence of active participation towards MRCP exam
  • Endoscopy experience
  • Gastroenterology experience
  • Awareness of basic research methods and participation in audit
  • Understanding of current NHS management systems including clinical governance and risk management.
  • Ability to communicate and liaise effectively with patients, their parents and other relatives and with colleagues and staff in all disciplines.
  • Supervision - Experience of supervision of junior staff
  • Teamwork - Ability to work in a team with professional colleagues both medical and from other disciplines

Desirable

  • A higher qualification e.g. M.D. or MSc.
  • Signed off to deliver independent endoscopy lists
  • Specialist experience in one or more areas of practice to take a lead role in that area.
  • Attendance at courses in teaching, appraisal and mentorship
  • Previous research projects/publications
  • Previous participation in a management role
  • Experience in appraisal and mentoring

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

East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Royal Blackburn Hospital

Haslingden Road

Blackburn

BB2 3HH


Employer's website

http://jobs.elht.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Royal Blackburn Hospital

Haslingden Road

Blackburn

BB2 3HH


Employer's website

http://jobs.elht.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Clinical Lead

Dr Joe Collum

joseph.collum@elht.nhs.uk

Details

Date posted

15 December 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Specialty Doctor

Salary

£61,542 to £99,216 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

435-MQ143-25

Job locations

Royal Blackburn Hospital

Haslingden Road

Blackburn

BB2 3HH


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