Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen at the University Hospital of North Midlands to join the team of Gastroenterology Consultants working at our Royal Stoke and County sites. We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to provide care and diagnostic services for patients presenting with gastroenterological illnesses.
The successful candidates will complement the expertise of 15 Gastroenterology Consultants, 5 SpRs, 5 trainees and 25 Clinical Nurse Specialists working across the Gastroenterology Department. The department has an interest in Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Hepatology, Nutrition, Capsule Endoscopy and Functional Disease. We offer JAG accredited services across both sites which are fully equipped offering advanced GI endoscopic techniques. There are opportunities to continue to develop interests in research and medical education through established links with the Institute for Applied Clinical Sciences and Keele Medical School.
Main duties of the job
The Gastroenterology Department is the regional centre for Upper GI Cancer, including Hepatobiliary and Colorectal Cancer, as well as non-transplant Hepatology. The Department consists of 1 Gastroenterology Ward with 36 inpatient beds and there are 2 JAG accredited Endoscopy departments across Royal Stoke and County sites comprising of 10 scoping rooms in total, offering a range of diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy. The successful postholder will be expected to deliver a comprehensive inpatient and outpatient service; there is an opportunity to discuss the exact job plan and any specialist interests, and where possible these will be accommodated.
A Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) in Gastroenterology and General Medicine is required.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
A detailed job description and the main responsibilities can be found within the job pack which is attached within the supporting documents.
Person specification
Experience
Essential
- Clinical training and experience equivalent to that required for gaining (UK) CCST in General and Gastroenterology Medicine
- Experience of conducting Clinical audit
Desirable
- Experience in teaching particularly of undergraduates
- Research/publications in general or specialist area
Qualifications
Essential
- Entry on Specialist Register in General Medicine and Gastroenterology (or entry expected within 6 months from the date of interview)
- MRCP or equivalent
- Full GMC Registration
Desirable
- A higher degree (e.g. MD or PhD)
- Experience and interest in specialised aspects of gastroenterology to complement colleagues
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This advert is for Consultant Gastroenterologist with University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust in Stoke On Trent, Midlands, England. It is listed as a Consultant Medical doctor Gastroenterology role. The advertised salary is £113,565 - £150,569 £105,504 - £139,882 Per annum. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 31 Jul 2026.
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