Job summary
The post is aimed at senior Gastroenterology trainees (ST4 or above) or CCT holders (or equivalent) and provides an opportunity to develop advanced endoscopic techniques (complex polypectomy including ESD) and endoscopy training skills. The post provides the opportunity for the development of other areas of interest in Gastroenterology such as specialist IBD clinics, specialist hepatology clinics, capsule endoscopy, and research in endoscopy.
Main duties of the job
The post consists of 50% service endoscopy and 50% training and development advanced endoscopy and others aspects of Gastroenterology that will be tailored to the successful candidate. Applicants will only be considered if they are able to perform independent colonoscopy (including level 2 polypectomy) and have JAG certification (or equivalent) for upper Gastrointestinal endoscopy and colonoscopy.
About us
We are a large organisation providing acute services from Gloucestershire Royal Hospital in Gloucester and Cheltenham General Hospital to a population of 652,475 in Gloucestershire as well as caring for patients from surrounding counties and beyond.
Our workplace is almost 8,000 strong and our caring and dedicated staff are recognised for providing good and outstanding patient centred, high quality emergency , elective and specialist care across a range of clinical areas.
We are committed to recruiting the best people to work with us to achieve our vision of providing Best Care for Everyone and our success depends on the commitment and dedication of our staff, many of whom are world leaders in healthcare, teaching and research. You could make a real difference to our patients lives by joining our team.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Applications are invited for a clinical fellow in advanced Endoscopy and Gastroenterology for 12 months (subject to a satisfactory 6 month report) with the option to extend the role to 24 months. The post is aimed at senior Gastroenterology trainees or CCT holders (or equivalent) and provides an opportunity to develop advanced endoscopic techniques and endoscopy training skills. The post also provides the opportunity for the development of other areas of interest in Gastroenterology such as specialist IBD clinics, specialist hepatology clinics, capsule endoscopy and endoscopy research.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Applications are invited for a clinical fellow in advanced Endoscopy and Gastroenterology for 12 months (subject to a satisfactory 6 month report) with the option to extend the role to 24 months. The post is aimed at senior Gastroenterology trainees or CCT holders (or equivalent) and provides an opportunity to develop advanced endoscopic techniques and endoscopy training skills. The post also provides the opportunity for the development of other areas of interest in Gastroenterology such as specialist IBD clinics, specialist hepatology clinics, capsule endoscopy and endoscopy research.
Person Specification
Essential
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
- MRCP (UK) full diploma or equivalent
- Eligible for full registration with the GMC at time of appointment and hold a current licence to practice
- ST6 or above experience in Gastroenterology and Endoscopy or equivalent
- Eligibility to work in the UK
Desirable
- Demonstrates initiative & resilience to cope with changing circumstances
Person Specification
Essential
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
- MRCP (UK) full diploma or equivalent
- Eligible for full registration with the GMC at time of appointment and hold a current licence to practice
- ST6 or above experience in Gastroenterology and Endoscopy or equivalent
- Eligibility to work in the UK
Desirable
- Demonstrates initiative & resilience to cope with changing circumstances
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).
