Job summary
Ashford and St Peter's NHS Foundation Trust is looking for 2 Gastroenterology Consultants.
- The Gastroenterology team manage approximately 8000 new referrals to the service annually.
- We provide 12,500 endoscopic procedures annually.
- We provide a full range of Gastroenterology services including Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Nutrition, Hepatology, Hepatobiliary endoscopy, Gastrointestinal Endoscopy and Functional Bowel disease.
- We provide 7-day consultant led care (including gastrointestinal bleed cover)
We have a talented team of dedicated consultants working in a friendly, flexible, and cohesive group. We are enthusiastic, welcoming, and proactive in supporting special interests. We wish to recruit 2 new consultants to join our team, bringing the number of consultants up to 9. We are supported by a strong team of SpRs, IMT/GPSTs and FY1s along with a Medical Support worker. In addition, we have specialist nursing support for the Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Hepatology services and Nurse endoscopists.
We can offer a fantastic development and coaching programme for new consultants, and support with professional development. There are excellent opportunities to develop individual professional portfolios.
We aim to provide a high-quality patient experience and an excellent place to work for staff. We believe that the key to improved patient and staff experience is a high quality, efficient and patient-centred pathway, in which the patient sees the 'right doctor, first time'.
Main duties of the job
- Deliver Clinical, Educational, Managerial Services of the highest professional standard at Consultant Level to the Department
- Work with existing consultants and the multi-disciplinary team to provide a high quality well-led service for patients of Ashford & St Peter's, including the diagnosis, investigations, treatment, and management of patients, in accordance with Trust policies and practices.
- Deliver Direct Clinical Care to patients, through all parts of the Department assisting clinical decision-making and sharing equally in the workload.
- The Consultant team will provide comprehensive senior clinical cover to the Department.
- To deliver quality care for Gastroenterology patients within the Gastroenterology department in a team with the other Gastroenterology Consultants.
- To triage referrals to the Gastroenterology Department
- To provide excellent care for patients undergoing endoscopy
- To take part in teaching and supervision of junior doctors and medical students.
- To participate in the Gastroenterology/Endoscopy seven day on-call service
- To support service development, audit, and other clinical governance activity; to ensure compliance with JAG quality measures.
- Any changes will be by negotiation and will be reflected in the job plans of the team.
- Have a continuing responsibility for the care of patients in his/her charge, ensuring safe handover as appropriate.
About us
Ashford and St. Peters Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust serves a population of more than 410,000 people living in North-West Surrey, parts of Hounslow and beyond.
Over 3,700 highly trained doctors, nurses, midwives, therapists, healthcare scientists and other support staff make up our workforce, providing a wide range of services across our two hospital sites, Ashford, Ashford, Surrey and St Peter's, Chertsey, Surrey.
We also run many specialist clinics in the community and local community hospitals and other healthcare facilities.
Our vision is to be one of the best healthcare Trusts in the country. There has never been a better time to join us in the NHS at Ashford & St Peters Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust with our strong commitment to staff health and wellbeing. We are committed to providing continuous professional development, staff benefits and flexibility to shape our workforce around our patient care.
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Although it isn't the Trusts normal practice, adverts may close early, so applicants are encouraged to submit an application as soon as possible.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Job Plan has 8.5 PAs of Direct Clinical Care (DCC) (including 0.5 PA for out of hours GI bleed cover) and 2 Supporting Professional Activities (SPA) which will be organised on a 6-week rota. The rota allows for consultants to alternate working on busy and less busy days in order to equalise workloads.
A specific job plan will be agreed with the appointed consultant and to meet the needs of the service. The Job Plan will be reviewed annually
Ward week.
Sat 1.66 PAs 8am 1pm & out of hours on call for GI bleeds.
Sun 1.66 PAs 8am 1pm & out of hours on call for GI bleeds.
Mon to Friday 2.25 PAs each day - Ward round of the Gastroenterology ward, in reach into Clinical Assessment Unit and for in hours GI bleed on-call.
Weeks 2 to 6.
2 clinics & 1-2 endoscopy sessions a week.
The above is for a 10.5PA a week job plan however if the candidate wishes to perform an additional Direct Clinical care activity, then this will be welcomed and appropriately job planned.
Following the ward week and weekend on call, provision will be made for rest in week 2 and also for lost SPA sessions from the ward week in weeks 2-6. Midweek out of hours GI bleed on-calls will be scheduled to allow for rest if needed the following day.
During weeks 2 to 6 there will be the expectation to cover two clinics and one to two endoscopy sessions a week in conjunction with the administrative and specialised programmed activity sessions.
Supporting Professional Activities (SPAs) are intended to cover formal post-graduate teaching, audit, research, appraisal, and clinical management as required. The balance of sessions between Ashford & St. Peters is flexible. Teaching and training will require verification of teaching certification.
TOTAL 10.5 PAs consisting of 8.5 DCC and 2 SPA.
Consultant On-Call Rota (Frequency of rota/detail of rota)
The post holder will be required to participate in the department rota on a 1:8 basis. The on-call availability supplement will be Category A (5%). The PAs may be adjusted, subject to the job-plan and agreed work commitment, such as prospective colleague cover and additional duties. Clinical activity will be scheduled to avoid face to face clinical activity post GI Bleed on calls
The Trust aims to implement a consultant rota that provides weekend cover and Consultant presence in the department.
Ward Activity Days
Ward activity days will include ward round on Cedar Ward, in-reach into the Clinical Assessment Unit and other clinical areas: including medical wards, surgical wards, emergency department and ambulatory emergency care unit as necessary and in hours GI bleed cover.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Job Plan has 8.5 PAs of Direct Clinical Care (DCC) (including 0.5 PA for out of hours GI bleed cover) and 2 Supporting Professional Activities (SPA) which will be organised on a 6-week rota. The rota allows for consultants to alternate working on busy and less busy days in order to equalise workloads.
A specific job plan will be agreed with the appointed consultant and to meet the needs of the service. The Job Plan will be reviewed annually
Ward week.
Sat 1.66 PAs 8am 1pm & out of hours on call for GI bleeds.
Sun 1.66 PAs 8am 1pm & out of hours on call for GI bleeds.
Mon to Friday 2.25 PAs each day - Ward round of the Gastroenterology ward, in reach into Clinical Assessment Unit and for in hours GI bleed on-call.
Weeks 2 to 6.
2 clinics & 1-2 endoscopy sessions a week.
The above is for a 10.5PA a week job plan however if the candidate wishes to perform an additional Direct Clinical care activity, then this will be welcomed and appropriately job planned.
Following the ward week and weekend on call, provision will be made for rest in week 2 and also for lost SPA sessions from the ward week in weeks 2-6. Midweek out of hours GI bleed on-calls will be scheduled to allow for rest if needed the following day.
During weeks 2 to 6 there will be the expectation to cover two clinics and one to two endoscopy sessions a week in conjunction with the administrative and specialised programmed activity sessions.
Supporting Professional Activities (SPAs) are intended to cover formal post-graduate teaching, audit, research, appraisal, and clinical management as required. The balance of sessions between Ashford & St. Peters is flexible. Teaching and training will require verification of teaching certification.
TOTAL 10.5 PAs consisting of 8.5 DCC and 2 SPA.
Consultant On-Call Rota (Frequency of rota/detail of rota)
The post holder will be required to participate in the department rota on a 1:8 basis. The on-call availability supplement will be Category A (5%). The PAs may be adjusted, subject to the job-plan and agreed work commitment, such as prospective colleague cover and additional duties. Clinical activity will be scheduled to avoid face to face clinical activity post GI Bleed on calls
The Trust aims to implement a consultant rota that provides weekend cover and Consultant presence in the department.
Ward Activity Days
Ward activity days will include ward round on Cedar Ward, in-reach into the Clinical Assessment Unit and other clinical areas: including medical wards, surgical wards, emergency department and ambulatory emergency care unit as necessary and in hours GI bleed cover.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Certificate of Completion of Specialist Training (or CCT) by the time of taking up the post or be accredited for inclusion on the General Medical Council's Specialist Register.
- Fully registered with the General Medical Council
Experience
Essential
- Providing direct clinical care
- Active participation in clinical audit
- Experience in developing effective and collaborative working relationships.
Desirable
- Leading a change or innovation in the workplace with a multi-disciplinary team
Knowledge
Essential
- NHS Constitution
- Trust vision, values, strategic objectives, and key work programmes
- Must be able to demonstrate knowledge of the professional code of conduct and guidance issued by the GMC and adhere to this.
Skills
Essential
- Highly skilled in the management and treatment of patients admitted to the specialty.
- Must be able to demonstrate values consistent with the Trust Values Based Behaviours and be willing to develop self to an Exemplary level and act as a role model for others, in particular in relation to patients: - Knowledge & awareness of diversity and human rights and the competencies appropriate to your role to support their diverse needs and human rights. - Ability to communicate effectively with them and with other staff to ensure that their care, treatment, and support are not compromised. - A good understanding of their communication, physical & emotional needs; can identify their individual needs and preferences, their changing needs and recognise and promote their independence - Ability to empathise with patients and their families and to treat them with compassion and sensitivity
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Competent in the use of IT/computer systems
- Ability to work constructively in a multidisciplinary team, be flexible and responsive to the needs of colleagues
- Ability to manage competing demands in a busy acute environment and cope and manage own emotions under stress
Desirable
- Evidence of ability to continuously improve patient and staff experience
- Demonstrate the Trust Values Based Behaviours at Exemplary level
Teaching
Essential
- Medical and non-medical undergraduate and postgraduate teaching experience
- Teaching and training will require verification of teaching certification
Desirable
- Postgraduate certificate in education
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Certificate of Completion of Specialist Training (or CCT) by the time of taking up the post or be accredited for inclusion on the General Medical Council's Specialist Register.
- Fully registered with the General Medical Council
Experience
Essential
- Providing direct clinical care
- Active participation in clinical audit
- Experience in developing effective and collaborative working relationships.
Desirable
- Leading a change or innovation in the workplace with a multi-disciplinary team
Knowledge
Essential
- NHS Constitution
- Trust vision, values, strategic objectives, and key work programmes
- Must be able to demonstrate knowledge of the professional code of conduct and guidance issued by the GMC and adhere to this.
Skills
Essential
- Highly skilled in the management and treatment of patients admitted to the specialty.
- Must be able to demonstrate values consistent with the Trust Values Based Behaviours and be willing to develop self to an Exemplary level and act as a role model for others, in particular in relation to patients: - Knowledge & awareness of diversity and human rights and the competencies appropriate to your role to support their diverse needs and human rights. - Ability to communicate effectively with them and with other staff to ensure that their care, treatment, and support are not compromised. - A good understanding of their communication, physical & emotional needs; can identify their individual needs and preferences, their changing needs and recognise and promote their independence - Ability to empathise with patients and their families and to treat them with compassion and sensitivity
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Competent in the use of IT/computer systems
- Ability to work constructively in a multidisciplinary team, be flexible and responsive to the needs of colleagues
- Ability to manage competing demands in a busy acute environment and cope and manage own emotions under stress
Desirable
- Evidence of ability to continuously improve patient and staff experience
- Demonstrate the Trust Values Based Behaviours at Exemplary level
Teaching
Essential
- Medical and non-medical undergraduate and postgraduate teaching experience
- Teaching and training will require verification of teaching certification
Desirable
- Postgraduate certificate in 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.
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).
