Consultant Gastroenterologist
University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust
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Job summary
Applications are invited for an enthusiastic, dedicated colleague to join the existing 30 consultant gastroenterologists at UHB. As UHB is the largest teaching hospital trust in the UK, all aspects of specialist working in gastroenterology/hepatology are catered for. This is post is to provide fixed sessions at Good Hope Hospital site, as part of a planned work expansion. A variety of subspeciality interests are welcome. Clinical responsibility includes outpatient and endoscopy lists as well as supporting inpatient care which is shared on a 7-day consultant of the week model, and also participate in the weekday cross-site GI bleed rota. Successful candidates will be encouraged and supported to further develop their own skills and will also be expected to be involved in Undergraduate and Postgraduate education and research.
Main duties of the job
University Hospitals Birmingham leads the way in the delivery of Gastroenterology across the Midlands.
Across the Heartlands, Solihull and Good Hope sites we have over 20 likeminded professionals who dedicate themselves in a variety of subspeciality interests to include inflammatory bowel disease, nutrition, hepatology and advanced endoscopy.
Our colleagues pride themselves on leading through clinical excellence- supporting patients in accessing healthcare to build healthier lives and create environments for all staff to ensure they feel safe, valued and appreciated.
As a JAG accredited centre and one of the largest trusts in the country we offer a broad range of diagnostic and therapeutic services for all gastroenterological conditions.
With waiting lists at the forefront-- we need to ensure our patients can rely on and access our service in a timely and efficient manner, and we are committed to delivering first class care to all.
Success in this role will see you taking part in a 7-day rota where you will utilise your broad experience of Gastroenterology, and be clinically responsible for outpatient and endoscopy lists, inpatient care and GI bleeding. A subspeciality interest will be encouraged and supported.
In return you can expect a warm welcome from the wider Good Hope team(s) and can rest assured in the knowledge that we are striving for excellence in the delivery of patient care.
About us
We are recognised as one of the leading NHS Foundation Trusts in the UK. Our vision is to Build Healthier Lives, and we recognise that we need incredible staff to do this.
Our commitment to our staff is to create the best place for them to work, and we are dedicated to:
Investing in the health and wellbeing of our staff, including a commitment of offering flexible working where we can;Offer our staff a wide variety of training and development opportunities, to support their personal and career development objectives.
UHB is committed to ensuring that our staff are treated fairly and feel that they belong, by creating a kind and inclusive environment. This is about equity of opportunity; removing all barriers, including discrimination and ensuring each individual member of staff reach their true potential, achieve their ambitions and thrive in their work. This is more than words. We are taking action. Our commitment to an inclusive culture is embedded at all levels of the organisation where every voice is heard, driven by our diverse and active staff networks, and at Board level by the Fairness Taskforce led by our CEO. We nurture a culture which empowers staff to challenge discriminatory behaviours and to enable people to bring their 'whole self' to a kinder, more connected and bold place to work.
University Hospitals Birmingham is a Smoke-Free premises hospital.
Date posted
17 April 2024
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Consultant
Salary
£93,666 to £126,281 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
304-EP-53494
Job locations
Good Hope Hospital
Rectory Rd
Sutton Coldfield
West Midlands
B75 7RR
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Good Hope Hospital
Rectory Rd
Sutton Coldfield
West Midlands
B75 7RR
Employer's website
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