Job overview

We are looking for,  a candidate with F1, F2 +/- F3 experience. Ideally with IMT (Internal Medicine Training) experience and looking to apply for a Speciality Training Number in Gastroenterology.

A  candidate that has completed all parts of their MRCP and has an up to date Advanced Life Support Certificate. 

A candidate that is proactive and possesses good leadership skills enabling them to oversee, assist and support the more junior resident doctors on the Gastroenterology ward. 

A candidate that has the ability and confidence to lead a board round and ward round with senior consultant cover and support. Ideally the candidate would have had prior experience of this.

A candidate that has the knowledge base and confidence to manage acute medical emergencies on the ward.

What can we offer?

This post offers extensive clinical experience in Gastroenterology. 

There are dedicated IBD and Hepatology clinics, and also potential for learning endoscopy.

There are weekly Gastroenterology teaching sessions.

There are specialist Multidisciplinary meetings that can be attended for their personal learning and education.

This post will provide an excellent opportunity to gain experience in all aspects of Gastroenterology and Hepatology including general inpatient and outpatient Gastroenterology care. 

The post is initially for a one-year period with the option of extending further if mutually agreeable.

Main duties of the job

The main focus will be to support the resident doctors on the gastroenterology ward. There will be no commitment to the on-call rota.
 
Administrative duties will include the regular dictation of clinic letters, discharge summaries and participation in medical audit and governance.
 
The post holder will be provided with robust clinical supervision. There will be plenty of opportunities to conduct Quality Improvement projects, Audit and Research.

Working for our organisation

Ashford and St. Peters Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is the largest provider of acute hospital services to Surrey residents, serving a population of 410,00 people and employing approximately 4,800 staff.

Our vision is to provide an outstanding experience and best outcomes for patients and the team.  We are committed to providing continuous professional development and flexibility to deliver our workforce plan.

We work in partnership with Royal Surrey Hospital NHS Foundation Trust through a collaborative Group Model, supporting joined-up services, workforce flexibility and development opportunities.

St Peter’s Hospital delivers complex medical and surgical care, maternity and emergency services. Day and Orthopaedic surgery, ophthalmology and outpatient services are delivered at Ashford Hospital.  Additional services are delivered at Woking Community Hospital.

Our Values provide us with the behaviours we respect and can commit to. By living our values through our everyday interactions, we can build a stronger, more resilient, and forward- thinking organisation, guiding us to achieve success and make a positive impact on how we deliver our services.

We can offer you the full range of NHS benefits and discounts.

Please note that adverts may close early, so early application is encouraged.

For more information about careers at ASPH please visit:

www.asph-careers.org