Locum Consultant in Gastroenterology

We are seeking to appoint a Consultant Gastroenterologist as part of departmental expansion and continued development of specialised services, and to help support more efficient outpatient service delivery and reduce diagnostic backlogs. This post is 1 of 3 new posts in the department and represents an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic and growing department practicing from a state-of-the-art University hospital. The successful candidates will be expected to have or develop a sub-specialty interest in Nutrition/IF, IBD, or Endoscopy to complement the existing team, and to share their expertise in supporting and developing a forward-thinking service. In particular, we are looking for a consultant with an interest in nutrition/IF to help support delivery of SIF services as part of recent specialised commissioning.

We are seeking to appoint 1 Locum Consultant Gastroenterologists as part of departmental expansion and continued development of specialised services, and to help support more efficient outpatient service delivery and reduce diagnostic backlogs. This post is part of an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic and growing department practicing from a state-of-the-art University hospital. The successful candidates will be expected to have or develop a sub-specialty interest in Nutrition/IF, IBD, or Endoscopy to complement existing team, and to share their expertise in supporting and developing a forward-thinking service. In particular, we are looking for a cons

ultant with an interest in nutrition/IF to help support delivery of SIF services as part of recent specialised commissioning.

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.

We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.

Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.

We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence designated organisation please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk)

By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.

The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.

• To provide, in collaboration with colleagues, a comprehensive Gastroenterology, Hepatology, Endoscopy, and Nutrition service to patients in Coventry, Warwickshire and beyond. This includes: ensuring all appropriate waiting lists and waiting times are adhered to; that services are provided in an effective and efficient manner; and that the principles of risk management and clinical governance are maintained at all times.

The post holders will be required to participate fully in the education and training of medical students, trainee doctors, nurses, and allied health care personnel as appropriate. Interest and experience in undergraduate teaching is essential. This includes pre-clinical & clinical students from WMS.

Take responsibility for the professional supervision and development of trainee doctors within the specialty. This will include the appraisal of F2s and SpRs, and the Certificates of Satisfaction in respect of F1s.

Demonstrate a firm involvement in Clinical Governance, Risk Management and Clinical Audit including the development and maintenance of appropriate systems and practices to ensure continued safe clinical practice, and regular attendance at the Gastro QIPS meeting.

Ensure own practice is up to date; this includes responsibility for own Clinical Professional Development and participating in the Trusts Performance and Annual Review system.

Share responsibility for data protection arising out of the use of computers.

Comply with all relevant Trust Policies and Procedures.

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