Locum Consultant in Gastroenterology with General (Internal) Medicine

As University Hospitals Bristol and Weston (UHBW) has recently expanded the Gastroenterology service based at Weston General Hospital, we are pleased to advertise the exciting opportunity for two Consultants in Gastroenterology with General (Internal) Medicine at University Hospitals Bristol and Weston (UHBW). The main site for these posts will be Weston General Hospital but as we move to full clinical service integration across UHBW, it is anticipated that there will be some element of cross-site working with Bristol Royal Infirmary (BRI), to be determined through the job planning process.
The post is advertised as a 10 PA post, but candidates wishing to be considered for a position with additional or fewer sessions are welcome to apply. The appointment of this position will be part of the 1:11 current consultant on call rota.
Applicants must be on the GMC Specialist Register or within 6 months of their CCT and ideally have NHS experience. However non-UK applicants wishing to apply for specialist registration could be considered on a fixed term basis.
We are offering a generous relocation package of up to £#####, with an additional recruitment premium for consultants of £15000, to be paid over a three-year period (pro-rata for fixed term posts) for successful candidates.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will develop special interests to extend the spectrum of the gastroenterology services offered at Weston, and support services currently being developed in the department. The post holder will undertake a total of two general gastroenterology clinics per week and support the endoscopy service with both upper and lower endoscopy procedures. Weston General Hospital is JAG accredited and is proud to have retained this for over 10 years. We pride ourselves on providing an exceptional service. There will be inpatient responsibility for the gastroenterology ward on a 1:3 rotational basis. The post includes a commitment to the emergency endoscopy rota (1:6) plus the G(I)M on-call rota out of hours (1:11).
About us
University Hospitals Bristol & Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, with a workforce of over 13,000 staff and 100+ different clinical services across 10 sites, serving a population of over 500,000 people across Bristol and Weston. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as 'Good' overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to patients. As a forward-thinking multi-award winning Trust, committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact.
Join us and you can enjoy city living, be in the countryside or by the seaside, with easy access to all the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.
As an equal opportunities employer, actively working towards a diverse workforce, we aim to create a workforce that represents the diversity of our community and are committed to designing our services around the needs of patients and their loved ones. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description for further information. Please do not hesitate to contact if you have any issues.
Person Specification
Qualifications & Training
Essential
Full and specialist registration with the General Medical Council (GMC) or
Eligible for specialist registration within six months of interview or
Holder of Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT), or evidence of within six months of award of CCT or equivalent by date of interview
Desirable
Higher academic qualification
Experience
Essential
Evidence of thorough and broad training and experience in relevant specialty
Registered with JAG as competent in diagnostic and therapeutic OGD, flexible sigmoidoscopy and colonoscopy
Able to take responsibility for delivering service without direct supervision
Desirable
Evidence of a special interest and expertise that complements those of other consultants in the department and is consistent with the Trust's service strategy
Clinical Knowledge and skills
Essential
Up to date knowledge and experience of relevant specialty
Knowledge of NHS priorities with reference to specialty
Skills in upper and lower endoscopy
Desirable
Broad range of IT skills
Clinical Governance and Audit
Essential
Understanding of clinical governance and the individual responsibilities it implies
Knowledge of the principles of clinical audit and evidence of participation
Positive approach to evidence based practice
Participation in continuing professional development (CPD) scheme and, where relevant, evidence of participation
Research
Essential
Knowledge of the principles involved in research
Evidence of involvement in research
Evidence of peer review research papers
Desirable
Ability to increase the academic profile of the department.
Teaching and Training
Essential
Experience of teaching medical students.
Experience of supervising trainees.
Knowledge of teaching to a multidisciplinary team
Desirable
Formal teaching qualification
Management & Leadership
Essential
Evidence of management training and evidence of learning from it
Ability to organise efficient and smooth running of a specialist service
Ability to cope with and effectively organise the workload of a consultant
Ability to practice independently as a consultant
Ability to take on responsibility and show evidence of leadership
Ability to work under pressure and cope with setbacks
Desirable
Demonstration of knowledge of NHS management structures
Management experience
Interpersonal, communication and team working skills
Essential
Ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives, clinical colleagues, support staff and other colleagues.
Good knowledge of, and ability to use, spoken and written English
Ability to present effectively to an audience, using a variety of methods, and to respond to questions and queries
Ability to be a flexible team member
Ability to be a flexible team member
Any other Personal Abilities and Aptitudes
Essential
Ability to adapt and respond to changing circumstances
Awareness of personal limitations
Desirable
Ability to undertake additional professional responsibilities at local, regional or national levels
Behaviours and Values
Essential
Demonstrates the 4 Trust values
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