Consultant Hepatologist

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen at the University Hospital of North Midlands to join the team of Gastroenterology Consultants working at our Royal Stoke and County sites. We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to provide care and diagnostic services for patients presenting with gastroenterological illnesses.

The successful candidates will complement the expertise of 17 Gastroenterology Consultants, 5 SpRs, 5 trainees and 25 Clinical Nurse Specialists working across the Gastroenterology Department. The department has an interest in Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Hepatology, Nutrition, Capsule Endoscopy and Functional Disease. We offer JAG accredited services across both sites which are fully equipped offering advanced GI endoscopic techniques. There are opportunities to continue to develop interests in research and medical education through established links with the Institute for Applied Clinical Sciences and Keele Medical School.

Main duties of the job

The Gastroenterology Department is the regional centre for Upper GI Cancer, including Hepatobiliary and Colorectal Cancer, as well as non-transplant Hepatology. The Department consists of 1 Gastroenterology Ward with 36 inpatient beds and there are 2 JAG accredited Endoscopy departments across Royal Stoke and County sites comprising of 10 scoping rooms in total, offering a range of diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy. The successful postholder will be expected to deliver a comprehensive inpatient and outpatient service; there is an opportunity to discuss the exact job plan and any specialist interests, and where possible these will be accommodated.

A Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) in Gastroenterology and General Medicine is required.

About us

University Hospitals of North Midlands has two sites: Royal Stoke University Hospital, located in Stoke-on-Trent, and County Hospital, located in Stafford. From these hospitals we provide a full range of general acute hospital services for people living in and around Staffordshire and beyond. The Trust also provides specialised services for three million people in a wider area, including neighbouring counties and North Wales.

Our specialised services include cancer diagnosis and treatment, cardiothoracic surgery, neurosurgery, renal and dialysis services, neonatal intensive care and paediatric intensive care. We are recognised for our particular expertise in trauma, respiratory conditions, spinal surgery, upper gastro-intestinal surgery, complex orthopaedic surgery, laparoscopic surgery and the management of liver conditions. The Trust has some of the most modern operating theatres in Europe.

Flexible working requests will be considered

Job description

Job responsibilities

A detailed job description and the main responsibilities can be found within the job pack which is attached within the supporting documents.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Entry on Specialist Register in General Medicine and Gastroenterology (or entry expected within 6 months from the date of interview) MRCP or equivalent Full GMC Registration

Desirable

A higher degree ( MD or PhD) Experience and interest in specialised aspects of gastroenterology to complement colleagues Higher training in a dedicated Gastroenterology specialty training scheme.

Clinical experience and training

Essential

Clinical training and experience equivalent to that required for gaining entry on the General Medical Council (GMC) Specialist Register via one of the following: a. Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) (the proposed CCT date must be within 6 months of the interview) b. Certificate of Eligibility for Specialist Registration (CESR) c. European Community Rights Ability to offer expert clinical opinion in a range of problems within specialty Skills and independent competence in diagnostic and therapeutic upper GI endoscopy Ability to take full and independent responsibility for the care of patients

Desirable

Skills and independent competence in diagnostic and therapeutic colonoscopy

Professional and Multidisciplinary Team Working

Essential

Experience in attending MDT providing expert opinions and suggestions to colleagues from other specialties Ability to work effectively with colleagues and within a team

Academic Achievements, Research, Publications

Essential

Interest in and willingness to develop teaching abilities and activities. Experience of conducting Clinical audit

Desirable

Experience in teaching particularly of undergraduates Research/publications in general or specialist histopathology / cytopathology

Management and Administrative Experience

Essential

Good leadership skills, communication and interpersonal skills

Desirable

Evidence of leadership Evidence of implementing change within a department /service

Personal Attributes

Essential

Ability to work under pressure, and as part of a multidisciplinary team Ability to work flexibly

Desirable

Calm under pressure

Personal Circumstances

Essential

Ability and means to meet the travel requirements of the post Residence within 20 miles of base (return to base within 30 minutes if required) To be accessible by telephone for on call duties

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