Specialist Doctor in Gastroenterology

Job Title: Specialist Doctor in Gastroenterology

Location: Ilford

Contract Type: Permanent, Full time or Part Time

CHEC is an NHS provider organisation founded in 2012. Today, we are one of the UK's leading providers of community-based healthcare services, delivering high-quality Ophthalmology, Gastroenterology, ENT and Dermatology services across England.

The way we work together is guided by our core values: Caring, Passionate, Togetherness, Listening and Focus. These values underpin everything we do and help us deliver exceptional patient care and experience.

We are committed to maintaining the highest standards of patient care, with 99% of patients recommending our services to family and friends. We are proud of our state-of-the-art hospitals and clinics and continue to expand our services to improve access to specialist care for NHS patients.

Due to the continued growth of our Gastroenterology service, we are seeking a Specialist Gastroenterologist to join our established multidisciplinary team. Working alongside experienced Consultants, Endoscopists and Specialist Nurses, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality, patient-centred Gastroenterology care within a community setting.

This role provides an excellent opportunity to work across outpatient and endoscopy services while developing specialist clinical expertise and contributing to the continued growth and development of CHEC's Gastroenterology service.

The post will be primarily based at our Ilford Hospital, with occasional travel to other CHEC sites across the South region to support service delivery and patient care where required.

Indicative Job Plan

An indicative full-time job plan will be discussed during the recruitment process.

Final job plans will be agreed with the Clinical Director and reviewed annually to reflect service requirements, professional development goals and individual interests.

What Will I Be Doing as a Specialist Gastroenterologist?

The successful candidate will provide high-quality Gastroenterology and Hepatology care to patients referred to CHEC, supporting consultant-led services and working

closely with the wider multidisciplinary team to deliver outstanding clinical outcomes and patient experiences.

Responsibilities will include

• · Providing specialist assessment, diagnosis and management of patients referred to the Gastroenterology service.
• · Delivering Gastroenterology outpatient clinics.
• · Undertaking diagnostic and therapeutic upper and lower GI endoscopy procedures within agreed competencies.
• · Supporting endoscopy service delivery to maintain excellent patient access and waiting times.
• · Reviewing and managing patients throughout their clinical pathway.
• · Providing specialist advice and treatment recommendations to patients and healthcare professionals.
• · Contributing to the delivery of safe, effective and patient-centred Gastroenterology services.
• · Working collaboratively with Consultants, Specialist Nurses and the wider multidisciplinary team.
• · Supporting service development initiatives and the implementation of innovative clinical pathways.
• · Participating in clinical governance, audit, quality improvement and service evaluation activities.
• · Supporting education, training and mentorship of clinical colleagues where appropriate.
• · Maintaining accurate and timely clinical documentation in accordance with organisational policies and GMC standards.
• · Working in accordance with CHEC clinical protocols, policies and values.

To Be Successful in This Role

To support our continued partnership with the NHS, we are looking for a motivated and experienced Gastroenterologist with excellent clinical and endoscopy skills together with a commitment to delivering outstanding patient care.

Applicants will be expected to demonstrate

• · MBBS, MBChB or equivalent medical qualification.
• · MRCP or equivalent qualification.
• · Full registration and licence to practise with the General Medical Council (GMC).
• · Significant Gastroenterology experience, including experience gained within Specialty Doctor, SAS or equivalent grades.
• · Experience in the assessment and management of Gastroenterology and Hepatology patients.
• · Competency in diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy procedures.
• · Excellent clinical judgement and decision-making skills.
• · A commitment to delivering high-quality patient outcomes and experiences.
• · Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• · The ability to work independently and effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• · Experience of clinical governance, audit and continuous quality improvement.
• · A commitment to professional development and lifelong learning.
• · An interest in service development and innovation.
• · A flexible and collaborative approach to supporting service delivery across the region