Consultant Gastroenterologist

Job title:

Consultant Gastroenterologist

Company

NHS

Job description

Our thriving and dynamic Gastroenterology department is based at Oldham, Fairfield and Rochdale Hospital. With 3 endoscopy units. We are one of the largest endoscopy services in the country.We have an award winning Tertiary Inflammatory Bowel Disease Centre, led by Professor J.K.Limdi, recognised nationally and internationally for clinical services and research. We benefit from an award winning Community Diagnostic Centre in Oldham, away from the acute site. This state of the art modular build has PET-CT (to be upgraded to one of the first digital PET CT scanners in the country), MR, CT, Ultrasound and physiological testing. It has been the focus of national attention and has been visited by the Prime Minister, Professor Sir Mike Richards and the National Clinical Director for Elective care.The Northern Care Alliance offers many opportunities for further personal and career development. Access to relevant study leave will be available, subject to the agreement of the supervisor and department.All consultants have 1 SPA for continuous professional development identified with their job plans; further SPA is identified in recognition of additional roles.The post holder will complement and develop existing services through the provision of specialist knowledge & expertise in Gastroenterology and General Internal Medicine.There cannot be a better time to join our team. Team members have the opportunity to influence the development of services.Main duties of the jobThe post holder will provide demonstrable expertise in Gastroenterology and General Internal Medicine in order to deliver a high quality independent service.The successful candidate will be expected to work closely with other consultants and members of the wide multi-disciplinary team to develop Gastroenterology services.

• To provide conditions for improved training opportunities in line with national and local recommendations arising out of MMC and related requirements
• To participate in the undergraduate teaching programme
• To assist and participate with the development of postgraduate training for F1s, F2s, and other staff as appropriate.
• Where agreed, to act as Educational Supervisor to junior and middle grade medical staff, being responsible for their appraisal and personal development planning.
• To promote evidence based practice. To respond appropriately to NICE guidance.
• To change own and others clinical practice in response to new clinical development.
• To undertake and supervise relevant clinical audit topics
• To be involved in risk management and quality assurance.
• To remain up to date and engaged in CME/CPD as per RCP guidelines
• To respond appropriately to complaints and critical incidents.

About usThe Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people living across Greater Manchester. Our 20,000 colleagues care for people in hospital and in the community, working across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham and Salford, to save and improve lives.As a large NHS trust we are committed to enhancing the health of our local population by delivering consistently high standards of care and working closely with local authorities and key partners. We believe in our power and potential to make a difference and we’re always looking for people who demonstrate our three core values – care, appreciate and inspire – to join our team.In return, we can offer you a job role with purpose and flexibility. The size and scale of the NCA means we can provide more challenge and opportunities so your career can always be moving in the right direction. By joining us you can also access a competitive benefits package, including, a fantastic annual leave allowance, flexible working opportunities and protected hours for health and wellbeing activities, helping you to achieve more personal downtime and a better work-life balance.Date posted03 September 2024Pay schemeHospital medical and dental staffGradeConsultantSalary£105,504 to £139,882 a year per annumContractPermanentWorking patternFull-timeReference number236-OCO-CON-GASTRO-24-EJob locationsThe Royal Oldham HospitalRochdale RoadOldhamOL1 2JHJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesTo read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesTo read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.ukPerson SpecificationQualificationsEssential

• Full registration with the General Medical Council
• A valid Licence to Practice with the General Medical Council
• MRCPCH or MRCP or show evidence of equivalent training and experience

Desirable

• Post Graduate Degree e.g. MD, PhD, MSc
• Evidence of Accredited Clinical & Educational Supervision of Medical Learners

ExperienceEssential

• Wide experience in Gastroenterology and General Internal Medicine
• Meets BSG / JAG standards
• Completion of professional training in Gastroenterology / General (acute medicine)

Desirable

• Specialist experience in one or more areas of practice to take a lead role in that area
• Ability to develop an area of specialist / subspecialism in Gastroenterology / Endoscopy

Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential

• Full registration with the General Medical Council
• A valid Licence to Practice with the General Medical Council
• MRCPCH or MRCP or show evidence of equivalent training and experience

Desirable

• Post Graduate Degree e.g. MD, PhD, MSc
• Evidence of Accredited Clinical & Educational Supervision of Medical Learners

ExperienceEssential

• Wide experience in Gastroenterology and General Internal Medicine
• Meets BSG / JAG standards
• Completion of professional training in Gastroenterology / General (acute medicine)

Desirable

• Specialist experience in one or more areas of practice to take a lead role in that area
• Ability to develop an area of specialist / subspecialism in Gastroenterology / Endoscopy

Expected salary

£105504 – 139882 per year

Location

Oldham, Greater Manchester

Job date

Wed, 04 Sep 2024 02:56:35 GMT

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