Job overview
We are looking for a dynamic and enthusiastic colleague to join our team in the provision of gastroenterology services. You will provide outpatient, inpatient and endoscopic gastroenterology services.
This is a full-time position but candidates wishing to work part-time or in a job-share are encouraged to apply. If a part-time or job-share person is appointed, modification of the job plan will be discussed with the appointee on a personal basis.
Main duties of the job
- Provision of a high-quality comprehensive district general hospital gastroenterology service including endoscopy with responsibility for the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of illness, and the proper functioning of the service. Participate fully in the ongoing development of the gastroenterology service, in line with national and NICE frameworks. Professional supervision and management of junior medical staff including the observance of local employment and human resource policies and procedures Responsibilities for carrying out teaching, examination and accreditation duties as required and contributing to undergraduate, postgraduate, and continuing medical education activity, locally and nationally.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
A special interest in Gastroenterology can be at a general or hepatology level. You would normally have clinical responsibility for a number of outpatient and inpatient gastroenterological patients.
Person specification
Experience
Essential
- Must be able to demonstrate a high level of clinical experience, expertise and competence in managing gastroenterology patients.
- Experience in Postgraduate teaching
- Special interest compatible with the needs of the service
Desirable
- Training in Thoracoscopy and plural ultrasound
Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC Registration with a License to Practice
- Higher UK qualification - MRCP or equivalent recognised by the GMC.
- Entry on the GMC specialist register in the specialty appropriate for this post, via (a) CCT (proposed CCT date must be within 6 months of interview), (b) CESR or (c) European Community rights”
- Knowledge and application of up to date evidence-based practice
- Ability to full and independent responsibility for the clinical care of patients
Desirable
- Relevant higher Degree either Masters, Doctorate level or equivalent
Audit and Research
Essential
- Participation in Audit relevant to specialty
Desirable
- Published audits
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This advert is for Consultant in Gastroenterology with Isle of Wight NHS Trust in Newport, South East, England. It is listed as a Consultant Medical doctor Gastroenterology role. The advertised salary is £113,565 - £150,569 per annum. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 14 Aug 2026.
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