Job summary
The Trust is seeking to appointment a substantive Consultant Gastroenterologist. This appointment will join the existing 15 Gastroenterologists, predominantly based in Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital, although an element of cross site working may be required. The current fourteen consultants provide sub speciality interests in upper and lower therapeutic endoscopy, inflammatory bowel disease, hepatology, nutrition, pancreatobilary and motility/functional disease. Existing services include bowel cancer screening, ERCP and spyglass, endoscopic ultrasound, advanced GI physiology and capsule endoscopy.
We are looking for a post holder with a special interest in Neuroendocrine Tumours.
The post holder will be involved with in-patient gastroenterology and GIM and participate in approximately 1:5 acute GI bleed on call.
Main duties of the job
Example Job Plan for Consultant Gastroenterologist
On Wards:o 5 ward roundso 1 OPDo MDTs (UGI, lower GI, IBD)
Off wardso 3 endoscopy, specifics dependent on skills/interestso 3 OPDo MDTs (UGI, lower GI, IBD)
Lunchtime sessions will generally be free sessions, unless at MDT, but if administrative pressures are high, the consultant will normally do administration over lunch and take time off in lieu during other admin sessions, possibly at a later date.
There is provision for CPD within the job plan.
HHFT operates a Trust Mentoring scheme
HHFT is committed to the revalidation process
About us
The Trust has three Clinical Divisions, each managed by a Divisional Director (Senior Clinician). This role is supported by a full time Operational Service Manager and a full time management accountant. The approach, in line with Department of Health guidance, devolves as much day to day operational management to the Divisional Management Boards as possible. When appropriate, individual consultants are encouraged and indeed expected to liaise closely with their Divisional Director and clinical colleagues to resolve operational issues. Each Divisional Director is a member of the Trust Executive Board, chaired by the Chief Executive.
Divisional Structure:
The Gastroenterology business unit is part of specialty medicine and includes endoscopy and Sterile Services and it sits within the Medicine Division.
Divisional Clinical Director: Mr Kevin Harris
Clinical Director: Dr Tahir Akbar
Clinical Lead (Gastroenterology): Dr Frank Murphy
Clinical Lead - Endoscopy: Dr Mike Reynolds
Operational Service Manager: Mark Summers
There are monthly business meetings including Endoscopy Users Group to discuss administrative and management issues as well as a monthly Governance Board meeting.
Job description
Job responsibilities
A detailed job description and main responsibilities of the job are included within the attached job description and person specification.
Person Specification
Professional Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent
- MRCP
- Entry onto the GMC Specialist Register, or within 6 months of completion of CCT at time of interview
- Full GMC registration
Desirable
- An appropriate higher degree, e.g. an MD, PhD or equivalent
- Completed UK training programme in GI/hepatology
- Previous NHS experience
Clinical Experience and Knowledge
Essential
- Broad experience in Gastroenterology and endoscopy
- JAG accredited in upper and lower endoscopist
- Able to endoscope acute GI bleeding patients
- Evidence of research and audit
Clinical Skills & Ability
Essential
- Provide a good standard of clinical care
- Maintain good medical practices
- Willingness to contribute to education of trainees and colleagues
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 .
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 .
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website .
Employer details
Employer name
Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Basingstoke And North Hampshire Hospital
Aldermaston Road
Basingstoke
RG24 9NA