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Consultant Gastroenterologist Ilford

6 days ago

Ilford

Consultant Gastroenterologist Full Time or Part Time Opportunity Ilford Hospital Managerial Accountability: Hospital Manager Professional Accountability: Clinical Director for Gastroenterology 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 an experienced Consultant Gastroenterologist to join our team. This role will be primarily based at our Ilford Hospital, supporting patients across Ilford and the South region. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering consultant-led Gastroenterology services while contributing to the continued growth and development of CHEC's expanding community Gastroenterology service. The post is predominantly Ilford-based, with occasional travel to other CHEC sites across the South region to support clinical service delivery, service development and clinical leadership initiatives. CHEC operates a flexible and modifiable Consultant job planning model based on Programmed Activities (PAs). An indicative full-time job plan of 10 PAs Final job plans will be agreed with the Clinical Director and reviewed annually to reflect service requirements and individual interests. • Delivering Consultant-led Gastroenterology outpatient clinics., • Assessing, diagnosing and managing patients referred to the service., • Undertaking diagnostic and therapeutic upper and lower GI endoscopy procedures., • Delivering a minimum expectation of two endoscopy lists per week., • Providing expert clinical advice and treatment recommendations., • Supporting the continued growth, delivery and development of CHEC's community-based Gastroenterology services., • Supporting the Clinical Director in the development, leadership and strategic direction of CHEC's Gastroenterology services., • Leading and contributing to clinical governance, audit, service evaluation and quality improvement initiatives., • Supporting the implementation of innovative clinical pathways and service developments., • Providing clinical leadership and expertise to multidisciplinary teams., • Supporting service delivery across CHEC sites within the South region when required., • Maintaining accurate and timely clinical documentation in line with organisational policies and GMC standards., • Working in accordance with CHEC clinical protocols, policies and values. To support our continued partnership with the NHS, we are looking for an experienced Consultant Gastroenterologist with a strong clinical background, excellent endoscopy skills and a commitment to delivering outstanding patient care. • A proven track record of delivering high-quality Gastroenterology services., • Significant experience in diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy., • Excellent clinical judgement and decision-making skills., • A commitment to delivering excellent 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., • An interest in service development and innovation., • The ability to provide clinical leadership and contribute strategically to service growth., • A flexible and collaborative approach to supporting services across the South region. CHEC operates a flexible Consultant job planning model based on Programmed Activities. The successful candidate's job plan will be agreed with the Clinical Director upon appointment and reviewed annually to ensure alignment with service requirements, professional development goals and individual interests. • Medical degree (MBBS or equivalent)., • Full GMC Registration with a licence to practise., • Entry on the GMC Specialist Register for Gastroenterology, or eligibility for entry within six months of appointment., • JAG accreditation (or equivalent recognised competency) in diagnostic and therapeutic upper and lower GI endoscopy., • Ability to independently perform upper and lower GI endoscopy procedures., • Broad training and experience in Gastroenterology., • Up-to-date knowledge of current clinical practice and evidence-based medicine., • Understanding of clinical governance, audit and quality improvement methodologies., • Evidence of ongoing Continuing Professional Development (CPD)., • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal., • Strong organisational, leadership and influencing skills., • Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team., • Flexible, professional and patient-focused approach., • Ability and willingness to travel independently to support services across Ilford, the South region and other CHEC locations as required., • Higher degree (MD, MSc or PhD)., • Experience in service development, transformation and innovation., • Experience of supporting clinical leadership teams or operational service development., • Teaching and training experience., • Publications or involvement in research projects., • Specialist interest in a Gastroenterology subspecialty area. Joining CHEC provides the opportunity to become part of a rapidly growing organisation that is transforming access to specialist healthcare services across England. • A flexible Consultant job planning model based on Programmed Activities (PAs)., • State-of-the-art hospitals and clinical facilities., • Industry-leading technology and equipment., • An experienced and supportive clinical team., • Opportunities for professional development and career progression., • A genuine opportunity to support the Clinical Director in shaping the future direction of Gastroenterology services., • The opportunity to contribute to service leadership, governance and quality improvement initiatives., • The opportunity to help shape and develop CHEC's expanding community Gastroenterology service across the South region. Since 2012, CHEC has worked in partnership with the NHS to increase patient choice and provide better access to exceptional, timely and locally delivered healthcare services, free at the point of care. Through our nationwide network of community hospitals and clinics, we deliver specialist Ophthalmology, Gastroenterology, ENT and Dermatology services, helping to reduce waiting times and improve patient outcomes across England. CHEC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All employees are expected to share this commitment and adhere to CHEC's safeguarding policies and procedures. Recruitment checks are undertaken in accordance with NHS Employment Check Standards, and successful applicants may be required to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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