Consultant Gastroenterologist Physician (UK GMC Registered)

Are you a Gastroenterologist & Physician looking for a role that offers an exceptional work life balance alongside a fulfilling clinical practice? Apply Now!!Our Client NHS Hospital has highly capable Gastroenterology team is expanding to 8.0 WTE, and we want passionate Gastroenterologists to join us.You will be entitled to a Relocation Bonus based on your geographical location!MYN is welcoming you to, Join a Supportive Department in One of England's Most Beautiful Counties at Hereford County Hospital.Join a Supportive, Forward, Thinking Team in a Stunning Rural SettingOur NHS client is a progressive and forward thinking team with ambitious plans to improve the quality of our service. Located on the border of Wales in the shadow of the Black Mountains, we provide acute and community services across Herefordshire.Let's shape the future of Gastroenterology care together!We are actively seeking an additional Consultant Gastroenterologist with an interest in therapeutic GI Endoscopy to support the growth and evolution of our Gastroenterology services.Key DetailsConsultant Gastroenterologist & PhysicianContract: Permanent, Full time – 10 sessions per weekOn-call GI Bleed Consultant on-call rota – 1 in 8 weeks (7-day on-calls)AAC Date TBC (2nd September 2026)Job PlanConsultant of the Week 7-Day Inpatient (1:8 weeks)Outpatient Duties 7:8 weeksEmergency Endoscopy 24 Hr Out of Hours Upper GI Emergency Endoscopy (1:8)Direct Clinical Care (DCC) 7.5 PASupporting Professional Activities (SPA) 2.5 SPA OFF ward (7:8 weeks), 1.5 SPA On Ward (1:7 weeks)Total PAs 10 PA (with options to increase to max 12 PA by discussion)Why Join Us?A Department That Values InnovationThe Gastroenterology team at Hereford continues to progressively and proactively evolve. We are committed to supporting innovations that improve local services – whether that's developing Large Polypectomy services, Bowel Screening Programme (BSCP) work, or other service improvements.What we offer?Flexibility – options to increase clinical or management PAs (up to 12 PA total) by discussionAcademic support – education or research interests can be supported by discussion and mutual agreementCollaborative culture – friendly, ambitious team where your ideas are valuedWorklife balance – set in one of England's most beautiful and unspoilt countiesThe DepartmentOur Gastroenterology team provides comprehensive care for a wide range of conditions affecting the digestive system, including dyspepsia, gastro-oesophageal reflux, oesophageal dysmotility, and hepatobiliary conditions.Current team structure:Consultant Gastroenterologists and HepatologistsGastroenterology Specialist RegistrarsAdvanced Nurse Practitioner and Lead NurseThe department is supported by a multidisciplinary team of surgeons, radiologists, pathologists, oncologists, and specialist nurses, ensuring comprehensive patient care.Life in HerefordshireIf you've ever dreamt of a place that brings together the convenience of city living with the lifestyle of a rural idyll, Herefordshire is for you.Ranked one of the safest counties to live in EnglandThe River Wye flows through the county, with Wye Valley designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural BeautyOver 2,100 miles of public rights of way for walking and hikingExcellent schools – state primary and comprehensive schools, plus Sixth Form, Art, and Technical CollegesGreat transport links – easy access to London, Birmingham, Oxford, Bristol, Cardiff, Worcester, and Gloucester by road and railHereford Cathedral – home to the famous Mappa Mundi and the ancient chained libraryHerefordshire remains one of the most unspoilt and beautiful counties in the country, providing an added attraction when considering relocationPerson Specification Highlights- EssentialEducation & Qualifications -Essential criteriaHold full GMC Registration with a licence to practiseHold MRCP (UK) or an equivalent qualificationBe on the Specialist Register in Gastroenterology and General (Internal) Medicine via one of the following:Certificate of Training (CCT)Certificate of Eligibility for Specialist Registration (CESR)European Community RightsExperience, Knowledge & Training, Essential criteriaClinical training and experience equivalent to that required for gaining (UK) CCT in General Medicine and GastroenterologyAbility to offer expert clinical opinion on range of problems both emergency and elective within the relevant specialityAbility to take full and independent responsibility for clinical care of patientsJAG accreditation in Upper Endoscopy and Colonoscopy (UK trainees)Ability to participate in an Emergency Upper Endoscopy rota (including GI bleeds)Desirable criteriaInterest and expertise in therapeutic GI endoscopyAccreditation in ERCPAccreditation in BSCPResearch Essential criteriaAbility to apply research outcomes to clinical problemsAn awareness of current speciality specific developments and initiativesDesirable criteriaPublications in relevant peer reviewed journals in the last 5 yearsEvidence of having undertaken original researchManagement & Administrative ExperienceAbility to organise and prioritise workload effectivelyAbility to advise on efficient and smooth running of specialist serviceAbility to manage and lead the speciality and multi-disciplinary teamExperience of audit management and conducting clinical auditAbility to use the evidence based and clinical audit to support decision makingPersonal AttributesEssential criteriaFlexible and willingness to adapt to new challengesAbility to work in a team enquiring, critical approach to workAbility to communicate effectively with patients, relatives, GPs, nurses and other agenciesCommitment to Continuing Medical EducationWillingness to undertake additional professional responsibilities at local regional and national levelWhat MYN is Looking ForWe are keen to hear from candidates who share our Client Trust values: Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence. 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