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Gastroenterology - Fixed Term Consultant

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North West EnglandGastroenterologyPermanentConsultant109,725 to 145,478 a year

An excellent opportunity has arisen to appoint a Fixed Term Consultant in Gastroenterology to join a modern, integrated digestive diseases service within the North West. The department delivers comprehensive gastrointestinal services, including gastroenterology, endoscopy, hepatobiliary, colorectal, and emergency services, within a cohesive, multidisciplinary framework.

This role is suitable for an experienced consultant gastroenterologist seeking to work within a forward-thinking service that supports subspecialty development and service innovation.

 

Service Description

The Gastroenterology service operates as an integrated digestive diseases department, bringing together:

  • Gastroenterology and Endoscopy
  • Upper Gastrointestinal and Hepatobiliary Services
  • Colorectal and Emergency GI Surgery

The service is supported by:

  • Dedicated GI inpatient wards
  • Modern endoscopy facilities across multiple sites
  • Specialist GI physiology laboratories
  • A well-established multidisciplinary team including trainees, trust doctors, and specialist nurses in IBD and hepatology

Significant investment in endoscopy infrastructure continues, supporting service expansion and high-quality patient care.
 

Main Duties and Responsibilities

  • Provide high-quality consultant-led care for patients with gastroenterological conditions across inpatient and outpatient settings.
  • Contribute to the general gastroenterology service, including inpatient ward cover and outpatient clinics.
  • Participate in the GI bleed on-call rota, including out-of-hours cover.
  • Undertake diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy in line with service requirements.
  • Act as Consultant of the Week on a rotational basis, providing leadership for GI inpatient services and referral support to acute medical teams.
  • Work collaboratively with gastroenterology colleagues, GI surgeons, and the wider multidisciplinary team.
  • Participate actively in clinical audit, quality improvement, and service development initiatives.
  • Support education and supervision of trainees and junior doctors.
 

Professional Responsibilities

The post holder is expected to:

  • Comply with GMC Good Medical Practice, infection control policies, and clinical governance requirements.
  • Participate in annual appraisal, revalidation, and continuing professional development.
  • Audit clinical outcomes, report incidents, and contribute to risk management.
  • Communicate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, primary care colleagues, and external providers to ensure continuity of care.
  • Respond to patient complaints in line with organisational policy.
  • Support efficient service delivery, including providing adequate notice for annual and study leave.
 

On-Call Commitments

  • Participation in the out-of-hours GI bleed rota.
  • Shared consultant responsibility for inpatient gastroenterology cover.
 

Essential Qualifications

  • Primary Medical Degree (MBBS, MBChB or equivalent).
  • Complete GMC registration with a licence to practise.
  • Inclusion on the GMC Specialist Register in Gastroenterology, or within 6 months of CCT at the time of appointment.
  • Royal College Membership (or equivalent).
  • Minimum of 1 year of NHS experience working at an appropriate senior level.
 

Desirable Qualifications

  • CCT or equivalent.
  • Management qualification or equivalent leadership experience
 

Personal Attributes

  • Strong clinical leadership and decision-making skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Commitment to high-quality, patient-centred care.
  • Ability to work flexibly within a team-based service model.
  • Enthusiasm for service development and innovation.

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