Locum Consultant Gastroenterologist

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  • Ashford, Kent
  • £109,725-145,478 per year
  • Contract
  • Full-time
  • 20 hours ago
We are looking for a skilled and enthusiastic Gastroenterologist to join the William Harvey Hospital team at Ashford currently comprised of 8WTE consultants (including this post). The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to and develop further Trust wide services, which include ERCP, Hepatology, IBD and a complex polyp service. There may be opportunities to develop new services for the Trust, such as GI physiology and EUS in conjunction with our Gastroenterology colleagues across the Trust (18 WTE in total).At WHH the consultant team are supported by two IBD nurses, a hepatology nurse and UGI STT nurses who support the UGI cancer pathway.The Trustwide UGIMDM is led by a gastroenterologist and is supported by Guy's and St Thomas' (luminal UGI cancer) and Kings (HPB).The Trustwide IBDMDM runs fortnightly with histopathology, radiology and local colorectal involvement.The Hepatology MDM is scheduled weekly linked with a Kings Hepatologist to support management of acute, severe liver disease (inpatients) and to streamline referrals for transplant assessment where appropriate.The post holder will be required to support the site based GI Bleeding rota (1 in 8).Main duties of the jobWe are looking for a keen Gastroenterologist, to join the William Harvey Hospital team at Ashford. Whether established or just starting out on your Consultant journey. We will work with you to develop your specialist interests whether these be further developing our existing services, which include HBP, Hepatology and complex polyp service, or looking to develop new services for our Trust, such as GI physiology and EUS. As a Trust, we are proud of the reputation our complex polyp service has achieved including international recognition through the annual KENT course and cohesive working with our colorectal colleagues.The post holder will be required to support the GI Bleeding rota and a currently 1:8 Gastroenterology ward week, including in-reach to the emergency pathways.About usWe are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with three acute hospitals and community sites serving a local population of around 700,000. We also provide specialist services for Kent and Medway.We're on an exciting journey of transformation. With a new Medical School at the centre of our community, a focus on research, clinical leadership and making our trust a rewarding and friendly place to work, there's never been a better time to join us.DetailsDate posted03 September 2025Pay schemeHospital medical and dental staffGradeConsultantSalary£109,725 to £145,478 a year per annum (pro rata where necessary)ContractFixed termDuration12 monthsWorking patternFull-time, Flexible workingReference number344-9912LCONWHH-AJob locationsWilliam Harvey HospitalKennington RoadAshfordTN24 0LZJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease note that the set Interview Date has been added as guidance and may be subject to change.We are looking for a keen and committed individual who will participate fully and become an integral part of the WHH Gastroenterology team. The post holder will be expected to contribute to the management of inpatient and outpatient Gastroenterology and contribute to the development of specialist services.The post holder will provide appropriate care, diagnostic and therapeutic services for patients presenting with gastroenterological illnesses to our inpatient and outpatient areas and contribute towards the site-based GI bleed rota. The gastroenterology consultant teams (when covering the wards) on each acute site provide In-reach and referral services to ED/AMU and other wards. The teams are supported by junior doctors, physician associates and specialist nurses. In addition to inpatient services, the post holder should aim to provide two OPD clinics per week and two general endoscopy lists, plus a session dedicated to a specialist interest.Please see the Job Description & Person Specification for full details. Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease note that the set Interview Date has been added as guidance and may be subject to change.We are looking for a keen and committed individual who will participate fully and become an integral part of the WHH Gastroenterology team. The post holder will be expected to contribute to the management of inpatient and outpatient Gastroenterology and contribute to the development of specialist services.The post holder will provide appropriate care, diagnostic and therapeutic services for patients presenting with gastroenterological illnesses to our inpatient and outpatient areas and contribute towards the site-based GI bleed rota. The gastroenterology consultant teams (when covering the wards) on each acute site provide In-reach and referral services to ED/AMU and other wards. The teams are supported by junior doctors, physician associates and specialist nurses. In addition to inpatient services, the post holder should aim to provide two OPD clinics per week and two general endoscopy lists, plus a session dedicated to a specialist interest.Please see the Job Description & Person Specification for full details.Person SpecificationQualification & TrainingEssential
  • Full GMC Registration
Desirable
  • To hold MRCP (UK)
  • Post graduate gastroenterology qualifications - MD, PhD, ESEGH or equivalent
  • CCST Specialist Registration in Gastroenterology
Skills & ExperienceEssential
  • Experienced in all aspects of gastroenterology
Clinical governanceEssential
  • Evidence of experience in Clinical Governance Experience of Audit
Person SpecificationQualification & TrainingEssential
  • Full GMC Registration
Desirable
  • To hold MRCP (UK)
  • Post graduate gastroenterology qualifications - MD, PhD, ESEGH or equivalent
  • CCST Specialist Registration in Gastroenterology
Skills & ExperienceEssential
  • Experienced in all aspects of gastroenterology
Clinical governanceEssential
  • Evidence of experience in Clinical Governance Experience of Audit

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