Consultant in Gastroenterology and Hepatology

OverviewRoyal Devon are seeking to recruit a Consultant in Gastroenterology and Hepatology to join the department based at North Devon District Hospital in Barnstaple. The role forms part of a wider integrated department which includes our Easter services based in Exeter, and our new Endoscopy unit in Tiverton. We are seeking dynamic and motivated colleagues who are eager to develop and evolve their skills as a consultant, and contribute to our elective, cancer, and inpatient services. The post is supported by a multi-disciplinary team including IBD, Hepatology and Nutrition Nurse Specialists, an Non-Medical Endoscopists.As a key member of the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, you will be joining an exceptional team working together to help our patients stay healthy when they need it most.Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesFor more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below. Interview Date: TBCContactFor further information please contact: Dr Richard Appleby, Deputy Lead Clinician for Gastroenterology and Hepatology on richard.appleby1@nhs.netAbout usStretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford).Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within peoples own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.Its never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as youll help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.BenefitsWe will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there.Looking after you is important to us. We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays. You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.Salary is not the only financial benefitYou'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers.You will also have access to other benefits including:National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts. Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at ExeterCar lease schemes.The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).Cycle to work schemeThese are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.Person SpecificationGeneral RequirementsEssentialSee job description text above, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job descriptionDesirableSee job description text above, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description185-40820-11736 #J-18808-Ljbffr