Fixed Term Virtual Consultant in Gastroenterology

Job summary

This is an exciting opportunity to trial a fixed term 12 month post as Virtual Consultant Gastroenterologist at the Royal Cornwall Hospital. Bringing the delivery of healthcare into our patients home. Outpatient activity will be delivered using a combination of video and telephone clinics.

The post will be remunerated at 10 PAs undertaking 6 outpatient clinics, admin and MDT. We would also welcome 1 PA to be dedicated to evolving this digital role by way of using new platforms and systems. Candidates based in the UK or overseas (data security approved) are welcome to apply.

Should you wish to talk further about this opportunity please contact: Elizabeth Farrington, Clinical Director on 07912 027513 or email: elizabeth.farrington@nhs.net.

We welcome your application to join our national and international team of clinicians providing healthcare around the globe to the patients of Cornwall.

Main duties of the job

Other duties of post-holders are:

• Maintenance of the highest clinical standards in the management of gastroenterology patients.
• To actively participate in both departmental and Trust matters concerning Clinical Governance and Audit
• To work with the Specialty Management team to ensure that services are delivered efficiently and reflect best practice with processes and governance to match - this is a new role and will involve full virtual delivery of a service that is currently delivered by consultants within the gastroenterology service.
• To attend meetings as appropriate (virtually)
• Fulfil duties of weekly timetable
• To ensure the provision of good standards of practice and care as described in the GMC Guidance 'Duties of a Doctor' are followed at all times; and that bad practice is reported
• To ensure that clinical practice is both effective and efficient and that appropriate monitoring of clinical care takes place
• To work with the Specialty Management team to ensure that services are delivered efficiently and reflect best practice with processes and governance to match - this may require new and flexible ways of working in the future.
• To provide continuing responsibility for the care of patients under their care and for the proper organisation and functioning of clinical
• To take responsibility for ensuring that critical clinical incidents, as defined in the Trust's 'Critical Incident Policy', are reported in a timely

About us

Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust is the biggest provider of healthcare services in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. Our three main sites are Royal Cornwall Hospital Truro, St Michael's Hospital Hayle and West Cornwall Hospital Penzance, our staff and services are available across the region.

The Trust employs 5,000+ staff, has a budget of £380 million and 750 beds

We work with health and social care organisations including NHS Kernow and NHS England to ensure local healthcare needs are met. We provide acute medical, surgical and specialist services to around 500,000 which can increase significantly during busy holiday periods.

The Trust has teaching hospitals status as part of the University of Exeter Medical School. Keeping at the forefront of medical advances, we continually developing clinical services and are committed to maximising the range of specialist care offered locally.

We can offer you a rewarding career in a supportive working environment. We have extensive educational links to help you realise your full potential and develop skills to provide outstanding healthcare to the local community.

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust

Address

Virtual Post

Truro

TR1 3LJ

Employer's website

https://www.royalcornwall.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

---

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust

Address

Virtual Post

Truro

TR1 3LJ

Employer's website

https://www.royalcornwall.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

---