Consultant Hepatologist

University Hospital of North Midlands

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Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen at the University Hospital of North Midlands to join the team of Hepatology 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 13 Gastroenterology Consultants, 4 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 Hepatobiliaryand Colorectal Cancer, as well as non-transplant Hepatology. The Department consists of 1 Gastroenterology Ward with 35 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, and provide diagnosis and treatment of patients with gastroenterological illnesses as well as a specialist interest in Inflammatory Bowel Disease. The successful candidate will join a 7 day specialist gastroenterology service (1:13 basis) and contribute accordingly to the out of hours GI bleed service

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

Date posted

15 November 2021

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Consultant

Salary

£84,559 to £114,003 a year pa

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

205-3500943

Job locations

University Hospitals North Midlands

Stoke on Trent

ST4 6QG


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.

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 (e.g. MD or PhD)
  • Experience and interest in specialised aspects of gastroenterology to complement colleagues

Experience

Essential

  • Clinical training and experience equivalent to that required for gaining (UK) CCST in General and Gastroenterology Medicine
  • Experience of conducting Clinical audit

Desirable

  • Experience in teaching particularly of undergraduates
  • Research/publications in general or specialist histopathology/cytopathology
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 (e.g. MD or PhD)
  • Experience and interest in specialised aspects of gastroenterology to complement colleagues

Experience

Essential

  • Clinical training and experience equivalent to that required for gaining (UK) CCST in General and Gastroenterology Medicine
  • Experience of conducting Clinical audit

Desirable

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

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

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

University Hospital of North Midlands

Address

University Hospitals North Midlands

Stoke on Trent

ST4 6QG


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospital of North Midlands

Address

University Hospitals North Midlands

Stoke on Trent

ST4 6QG


Employer's website

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

For questions about the job, contact:

Clinical Lead

Dr Arun Kurup

01782674635

Date posted

15 November 2021

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Consultant

Salary

£84,559 to £114,003 a year pa

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

205-3500943

Job locations

University Hospitals North Midlands

Stoke on Trent

ST4 6QG


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