Job summary
Applications are invited for a full-time Consultant in Upper Gastrointestinal Medicine and interventional endoscopy to start in 2025. The post is based within the gastrointestinal services division at University College Hospital which is one of the largest in the UK
Main duties of the job
The post holder is expected to have broad experience of upper GI disorders. Experience in EUS would be desirable and in particular therapeutic upper GI therapeutic endoscopy and upper GI cancer management. They will be expected to contribute to the further service development and clinical research in these areas. The post will include consultant-led UGI endoscopy sessions, outpatient clinics and ward based responsibilities. Contribution to the academic and research activity of the group will be expected. The post holder will be incorporated into the gastroenterology on-call rota at UCLH. Applicants will be expected to have excellent communication skills and experience in postgraduate teaching and training.
About us
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.
We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:
We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.
We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
This vacancy may close before the current listed closing date. You are advised not to delay submitting your completed application.
Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*
UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! : University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
*In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the second year in a row.
UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
Once again, UCLH has received the highest score of all general acute and acute/community NHS trusts in England for staff that would recommend us as a place to work.
To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
This vacancy may close before the current listed closing date. You are advised not to delay submitting your completed application.
Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*
UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! : University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
*In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the second year in a row.
UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
Once again, UCLH has received the highest score of all general acute and acute/community NHS trusts in England for staff that would recommend us as a place to work.
To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?
Person Specification
Knowledge and Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC Registration On GMC Specialist Register or within 6 months of attainment of CCST in gastroenterology and GIM Part II MRCP or equivalent.
- Higher degree MD/MS or PhD (or in final stages of equivalent level of attainment in research publications).
- Widespread broad based knowledge in all aspects of gastroenterology
- Knowledge of Clinical Governance framework of NHS (inc research governance).
- Understanding of current changes in the management and organisational structures of the NHS. Ability to work within these parameters.
- Knowledge and understanding of principles of resource and budgetary management.
Desirable
- Particular knowledge of the management of pre, early and late UGI cancer.
Experience
Essential
- Training in Gastroenterology
- Clinical audit experience
- Experience of and interest in teaching at undergraduate and post graduate levels
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Fully competent and JAG accredited in upper and lower GI endoscopy (diagnostic and therapeutic)
- Endoscopic ultrasound
- Proven ability to teach in clinical settings
Desirable
- Advanced Endoscopic therapeutic techniques such as endoscopic resection, ablative therapy, third space endoscopy
- Proven ability to carry out high quality original research leading to publication in peer reviewed publications
- Good IT skills
Communication
Essential
- Ability to communicate with clarity and intelligently in written and spoken English;
- Ability to build rapport, listen, persuade/negotiate.
- Ability to take responsibility, lead, make decisions and exert appropriate authority.
- Ability to see patients as people, ability to empathise and work co-operatively with others.
- Reliable work record.
Person Specification
Knowledge and Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC Registration On GMC Specialist Register or within 6 months of attainment of CCST in gastroenterology and GIM Part II MRCP or equivalent.
- Higher degree MD/MS or PhD (or in final stages of equivalent level of attainment in research publications).
- Widespread broad based knowledge in all aspects of gastroenterology
- Knowledge of Clinical Governance framework of NHS (inc research governance).
- Understanding of current changes in the management and organisational structures of the NHS. Ability to work within these parameters.
- Knowledge and understanding of principles of resource and budgetary management.
Desirable
- Particular knowledge of the management of pre, early and late UGI cancer.
Experience
Essential
- Training in Gastroenterology
- Clinical audit experience
- Experience of and interest in teaching at undergraduate and post graduate levels
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Fully competent and JAG accredited in upper and lower GI endoscopy (diagnostic and therapeutic)
- Endoscopic ultrasound
- Proven ability to teach in clinical settings
Desirable
- Advanced Endoscopic therapeutic techniques such as endoscopic resection, ablative therapy, third space endoscopy
- Proven ability to carry out high quality original research leading to publication in peer reviewed publications
- Good IT skills
Communication
Essential
- Ability to communicate with clarity and intelligently in written and spoken English;
- Ability to build rapport, listen, persuade/negotiate.
- Ability to take responsibility, lead, make decisions and exert appropriate authority.
- Ability to see patients as people, ability to empathise and work co-operatively with others.
- Reliable work record.
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.
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.
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 College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
University College London Hospital
235 Euston Road
London
NW1 2BU
Employer's website
https://www.uclh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
