Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust

Salaried GP

The closing date is 07 December 2025

Job summary

I am delighted you are interested in joining us on a 24-month training programme to support the development of several GPwER in Gastroenterology across South East London. You do not need any prior Gastroenterology training to be eligible for this role. You will work alongside a Hepatologist in an outpatient clinic for 1 session per week, learning to consult patients with general Gastroenterology presentations (including dyspepsia, reflux, altered bowel habit and abnormal liver function tests) in a supervised and supported environment.in a supervised and supported environment. Alongside this 'on-the-job' training, we will provide an educational programme to support your learning, with a monthly education session, and guided independent study.

Main duties of the job

We aim to build an active community of like-minded GPwER in Gastroenterology across South East London sharing experiences, training, resources, and innovation. The wider aim of the programme is to develop GPwER working across primary and secondary care in innovative roles supporting Gastroenterology waiting lists and pathways, whilst creating rewarding and interesting careers.

This information pack contains all the information you need to apply for the post, I would actively encourage you to read the information and make contact with Dr Vishal Saxena via his secretary, Elaine Baptiste on 02088365580.

About us

Our people are our greatest asset. When we feel supported and happy at work, this positivity reaches those very people we are here for, the patients. Engaged employees perform at their best and our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) initiatives contribute to cultivate a culture of engagement. We have four staff networks, a corporate EDI Team and a suite of programmes and events which aim to insert the 5 aspirations:

  1. Improving representation at senior levels of staff with disabilities, from black, Asian, and ethnic minorities background, identify as LGBTQ+ and women, through improved recruitment and leadership development
  2. Widening access (anchor institution) and employability
  3. Improving the experience of staff with disability
  4. Improving the EDI literacy and confidence of trust staff through training and development
  5. Making equalities mainstream

Details

Date posted

17 November 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£76,038 to £114,743 a year per annum, pro rata for 0.15 FTE (1.5 sessions per week)

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

24 months

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

197-AA7536

Job locations

Queen Elizabeth Hospital

Stadium Road

Woolwich

SE18 4QH


Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical responsibilitiesThe appointee will be expected to share responsibility for the delivery of high-quality care to thepatients presenting to the Gastroenterology Service.The successful applicant will be expected to complement the specialist interests of the existingGastroenterologists within the County.To support the clinical decision making of junior medical and nursing staff.

Education and trainingTo provide conditions for improved training opportunities in line with national and localrecommendations arising out of MMC and related requirements.To participate in the undergraduate teaching programme.Interface between general practice and secondary care to improve patient pathways

Audit (as agreed with Clinical Lead)To promote evidence based practice.To respond appropriately to NICE guidance.To change own and others clinical practice in response to new clinical developments.4 To undertake and supervise relevant clinical audit topics.4 To be involved in risk management and quality assurance.4 To remain up to date and engaged in CPD as per RCP guidelines4 To respond appropriately to complaints and critical incid

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical responsibilitiesThe appointee will be expected to share responsibility for the delivery of high-quality care to thepatients presenting to the Gastroenterology Service.The successful applicant will be expected to complement the specialist interests of the existingGastroenterologists within the County.To support the clinical decision making of junior medical and nursing staff.

Education and trainingTo provide conditions for improved training opportunities in line with national and localrecommendations arising out of MMC and related requirements.To participate in the undergraduate teaching programme.Interface between general practice and secondary care to improve patient pathways

Audit (as agreed with Clinical Lead)To promote evidence based practice.To respond appropriately to NICE guidance.To change own and others clinical practice in response to new clinical developments.4 To undertake and supervise relevant clinical audit topics.4 To be involved in risk management and quality assurance.4 To remain up to date and engaged in CPD as per RCP guidelines4 To respond appropriately to complaints and critical incid

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • To hold a degree in medicine that is recognised by the GMC (General Medical Council)
  • To be a fully qualified GP holding MRCGP

Desirable

  • Previous clinical experience/qualification in Gastroenterology

Clinical Experience

Essential

  • Currently working as a GP in a clinical capacity within the Trust area
  • Ability to take full and independent responsibility for clinical care of patients
  • Familiar with the current structure of the health system, as well as recent initiatives and changes

Personal Skills

Essential

  • Communication skills, written and verbal
  • Caring attitude towards patients
  • Able to organise time and workload effectively, managing roles in both Primary and Secondary care over the course of the training programme
  • Ability to work in multi-disciplinary team
  • Committed to continuing medical education and professional development

Research and Publications

Essential

  • Ability to appraise research critically
  • Ability to supervise junior staff undertaking research projects.

Desirable

  • Publications in peer reviewed journals

Teaching

Essential

  • Training in teaching skills.
  • Involvement in teaching junior doctors and nurses.

Desirable

  • Certificate of education
  • Involvement in undergraduate education
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • To hold a degree in medicine that is recognised by the GMC (General Medical Council)
  • To be a fully qualified GP holding MRCGP

Desirable

  • Previous clinical experience/qualification in Gastroenterology

Clinical Experience

Essential

  • Currently working as a GP in a clinical capacity within the Trust area
  • Ability to take full and independent responsibility for clinical care of patients
  • Familiar with the current structure of the health system, as well as recent initiatives and changes

Personal Skills

Essential

  • Communication skills, written and verbal
  • Caring attitude towards patients
  • Able to organise time and workload effectively, managing roles in both Primary and Secondary care over the course of the training programme
  • Ability to work in multi-disciplinary team
  • Committed to continuing medical education and professional development

Research and Publications

Essential

  • Ability to appraise research critically
  • Ability to supervise junior staff undertaking research projects.

Desirable

  • Publications in peer reviewed journals

Teaching

Essential

  • Training in teaching skills.
  • Involvement in teaching junior doctors and nurses.

Desirable

  • Certificate of education
  • Involvement in undergraduate education

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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 (Opens in a new tab).

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 (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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 (Opens in a new tab).

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 (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust

Address

Queen Elizabeth Hospital

Stadium Road

Woolwich

SE18 4QH


Employer's website

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


Employer details

Employer name

Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust

Address

Queen Elizabeth Hospital

Stadium Road

Woolwich

SE18 4QH


Employer's website

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


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Consultant Gastroenterologist

Dr Vishal Saxena

colette.try@nhs.net

02088364210

Details

Date posted

17 November 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£76,038 to £114,743 a year per annum, pro rata for 0.15 FTE (1.5 sessions per week)

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

24 months

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

197-AA7536

Job locations

Queen Elizabeth Hospital

Stadium Road

Woolwich

SE18 4QH


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