Consultant - Gastroenterology

Job summary

There are thirteen consultant gastroenterologists providing inpatient and outpatient services. The department has a 24 bedded specialist ward, adjacent to the endoscopy suite and outpatient facilities. In 2024/25 the department saw approximately 10000 new GP outpatient referrals. A full range of diagnostic and therapeutic services are provided e.g. ERCP, oesophageal stenting and capsule endoscopy. Access to EUS - is available at local hospitals. Six established nurse endoscopists and 2 endoscopy fellows also contribute to the busy endoscopic workload. Yearly, the endoscopy department carries out approximately 12000 procedures.

Main duties of the job

The full-time post (10 PAs: 8.5 DCC, 1.5 SPA) includes inpatient care (1:13 rota), outpatient clinics (2/week), and endoscopy lists (3/week). Weekend work is part of the job plan and includes emergency endoscopy, ward rounds, and MAU in-reach. The department handles ~18,500 outpatient visits annually, with dedicated results clinics.Teaching (Bristol University), training, and multidisciplinary meeting participation are encouraged. The department aims to expand general gastroenterology and develop services like colon capsule, nasal gastroscopy, and EUS. The post includes audit, admin duties, and attendance at directorate meetings.

Key responsibilities: ward cover (Haygarth), outpatient clinics, GI endoscopy, junior doctor supervision, and formal/informal teaching. Non-fixed sessions cover audit, CME, admin, research, and professional development. Additional SPA time may be allocated for managerial or educational roles.

The post holder is expected to maintain CPD, attend courses, and complete annual appraisals. Cover for colleagues during absence is required. Management duties include service efficiency, resource planning, and business case development. Adherence to Trust policies and procedures is essential.

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