Consultant Gastroenterologist with special interest in ERCP

Consultant Gastroenterologist with special interest in ERCP 1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Job Overview Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board is seeking passionate and forward-thinking Consultant Gastroenterologists to support our expanding Gastroenterology Service. We welcome applicants with a special interest in ERCP, and are committed to supporting your professional development in this area. Committed to delivering outstanding healthcare, we are on a journey of continuous improvement and innovation. There are plans to introduce a Gastrointestinal Bleed Rota, which will be shared across the Health Board, and to establish a formal out-of-hours networked Gastrointestinal Bleed Service. We are driving our ambition to become an outstanding, patient-led Health Board where dedicated staff provide high quality, compassionate care to our patients. The successful applicant will play a pivotal role, contributing to the development and transformation of the service as we strive to become an outstanding, patient-led Health Board where dedicated staff provide high quality care, compassionate care to our patients. Main duties of the job Provide a Gastroenterology Service with responsibility for the prevention, diagnosis. Have inpatient beds in North Wales (base agreed to be agreed) Have responsibility for the care of patients in their charge. Undertake professional supervision of Junior Medical staff. Participate in Medical Education. Participate in Clinical Audit. Cover for Consultant colleagues’ leave. Be responsible for patients admitted. Provide specialty in-reach during the week. Validate outpatient referrals and Endoscopy requests. Undertake Outpatient Clinics. Participate in a formal GI Bleed Service once established, extending the specialty in-reach service to weekend mornings to support the medical take. Provide backfill to certain Endoscopy lists (see job plan). Develop sub-specialty interests in addition to management of General Gastroenterology patients. In return you can expect a generous annual leave entitlement, access to the NHS Pension Scheme and a favourable 10 session contract comprising a 7:3 split between DCC and SPA sessions, for full time roles. Flexible Working options are also available under NHS Wales National Policy. A relocation Package is available subject to eligibility. Working for our organisation Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) is the largest health organisation in Wales, providing a comprehensive range of primary, community, mental health, and acute hospital services for a population of around 700,000 people across North Wales. Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of individuals and communities through high-quality, compassionate care. We are an integrated health system which strives to excellent compassionate care delivered in partnership with the public and other statutory and third sector organisations. We have a strong relationship with both Universities in North Wales and work in collaboration on supporting the medical school, pharmacy school, nursing and other clinical courses as well as operating in a research-rich learning culture. North Wales is a fantastic place to live, learn and work. The coastal areas are more densely populated, gradually becoming more rural towards the west and inland. The Welsh language is an important part of our culture. North Wales is best known for its vast areas of natural beauty, notably the Eryri National Park, home to the highest mountain in Wales, as well as spectacular lakes, perfect for those who love to get outdoors. Boasting 250 miles of coastline, there are plenty of beautiful beaches to enjoy all year round. Much of the Wales Coast Path can be cycled as well as walked, as it shares a route with the National Cycle Network. Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities Candidates are encouraged to refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further information. Candidates are encouraged to speak with us to discuss the opportunities available in more detail. Please contact; Glan Clwyd Hospital, BodelwyddanDr H Nair (Clinical Director) Hari.Nair@wales.nhs.ukDr A Foulkes (Site Medical Director) Andrew.Foulkes@wales.nhs.uk, PA Annette.Jones5@wales.nhs.ukHabeeb Braimo (Directorate General Manager, Medicine) Habeeb.Braimo@wales.nhs.ukWrexham Maelor HospitalDr S Stanaway (Site Medical Director) Steve.Stanaway@wales.nhs.ukDr T Mathialahan (Consultant Gastroenterologist – Lead) THIRILOGANATHAN.MATHIALAHAN@wales.nhs.ukFaye O’Keefe (Directorate General Manager, Medicine) Faye.OKeeffe@wales.nhs.ukYsbyty Gwynedd, BangorDr J Gasem (Consultant Gastroenterologist / Site Medical Director) Jaber.Gasem@wales.nhs.ukDr Rachel Newbould (Consultant Gastroenterologist – Lead) Rachel.Newbould@wales.nhs.ukJoanna Elis-Williams (Directorate General Manger, Medicine) Joanna.Elis-Williams@wales.nhs.ukIf you are ready to make a significant impact on the future of our workforce in North Wales and possess the skills and experience required for this role, we invite you to apply now. Person specification Qualifications GMC Specialist Registration in Gastroenterology and General Medicine or within 6 months of obtaining CCT from date of interview Full MRCP Desirable criteria Higher Post Graduate qualification. Clinical Experience Essential criteria Evidence of training in an appropriate Gastroenterology Training Programme or equivalent Familiarity with NHS systems of care Ability to take full and independent responsibility for clinical care of patients Experience in Endoscopy, independent at diagnostic and therapeutic OGD and colonoscopy (JAG certified). Desirable criteria Subspecialty interest in ERCP Management and Administrative Experience Ability to work effectively with colleagues in an MDT setting. Ability and willingness to work within the Health Board and NHS performance framework and targets Desirable criteria Management Experience Teaching and Audit Experience Ability to apply research outcomes to clinical problems. Experience of audit. Ability to perform workplace-based assessments. Desirable criteria Active commitment to teaching. Evidence of audit participation and design. Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Full-time Job function Consulting, Information Technology, and Sales Hospitals and Health Care Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board by 2x Get notified about new Special Consultant jobs in Greater Stoke-on-Trent Area. We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr