Trust Resident Doctor ST3/4 (MN37), Gastroenterology - Medicine
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 27 Ebrill 2026 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | Heb ei nodi |
| Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: | £52,291 - £67,610 plus £149 HCA per annum |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 27 Mai 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Cross Site, WD18 0HB |
| Cwmni: | West Hertfordshire Hospitals NHS Trust |
| Math o swydd: | Cytundeb |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 7969250/360-A-11314 |
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A Vacancy at West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust.
We are seeking a dynamic individual to be a Trust Resident Doctor in Gastroenterology – Fixed term post from 01/05/2026 - 30/04/2027.
It is a full time post with an on-call commitment to the general medical on call rota from September 2026 onwards.
The post will be expected to be able to travel to all three Trust hospital Sites (Watford General Hospital, Hemel Hempstead Hospital and St Albans City Hospital).
Your role will involve providing comprehensive care for patients within the gastroenterology service, maintaining ongoing clinical responsibility and completing all associated administrative duties, including:
Managing gastroenterology inpatients, including ward rounds, reviewing new admissions, and responding to inpatient referrals across multiple wards.
Overseeing the day-to-day running of the gastroenterology ward in collaboration with Consultants and the wider multidisciplinary team.
Conducting outpatient clinics (with consultant supervision)
Exercising independent clinical decision-making in the management of general medical and gastroenterological conditions.
Delivering evidence-based care and respond effectively to emergencies and unforeseen clinical situations.
Liaising with Consultants and other specialties to ensure coordinated and high-quality patient care.
Arranging and undertaking follow-up of discharged patients, including virtual clinics and review of investigation results.
Supervising and teaching other resident doctors, medical students, and clinical observers, including training in practical procedures such as ascitic taps/drains and lumbar punctures.
Participating in Clinical Governance meetings, audits, and quality improvement initiatives within the department.
A visit to the department is encouraged. Further information may be obtained from Dr Mark Fulard, Clinical Lead, Consultant Gastroenterologist, mark.fullard@nhs.net
With a new hospital planned for Watford, work underway to update theatres at St Albans City Hospital and plans for a neighbourhood healthcare centre in Hemel Hempstead, this is an exciting time to join us.
We are building on the success of our award-winning virtual hospital and re-imagining models of care, working closely with partners and making the most of advances in digital healthcare.
Staff wellbeing and development are a priority, as is the role of innovation in improving clinical care, outcomes and patient experience.
Our vision is Excellent patient care, together and our values are to be empowered, compassionate, professional and inclusive. They capture an important balance across what we must all do as individuals and to support others.
We offer a variety of flexible working options as we recognise the importance of a good work life balance.
www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk/flexibleworking
If you have a disability or long-term health condition and require support or guidance please contact westherts.recruitment@nhs.net
If you are a Service Leaver, Veteran, Military Reserve, Cadet Force Adult Volunteer, or partner/spouse of those serving please tick "Member of the Armed Forces Community" on the application form.
We reserve the right to close this advert early due to the volume of applicants. Please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Key Responsibilities:
Conduct gastroenterology outpatient clinics
Review and manage gastroenterology inpatient referrals on the wards.
Oversee the day-to-day running of the gastroenterology ward.
Commit to attending endoscopy training lists as available
Exercise independent clinical decision-making in the management of general medical conditions.
Liaise effectively with the ward consultant and other specialties as required.
Arrange and undertake follow-up of discharged patients where appropriate.
Supervise and teach practical procedures, including ascitic taps/drains and lumbar punctures.
Actively participate in the teaching and training of junior doctors, medical students, and clinical observers.
Review and act on investigation results in a timely manner.
Conduct virtual patient follow-up clinics.
This advert closes on Sunday 3 May 2026
We are seeking a dynamic individual to be a Trust Resident Doctor in Gastroenterology – Fixed term post from 01/05/2026 - 30/04/2027.
It is a full time post with an on-call commitment to the general medical on call rota from September 2026 onwards.
The post will be expected to be able to travel to all three Trust hospital Sites (Watford General Hospital, Hemel Hempstead Hospital and St Albans City Hospital).
Your role will involve providing comprehensive care for patients within the gastroenterology service, maintaining ongoing clinical responsibility and completing all associated administrative duties, including:
Managing gastroenterology inpatients, including ward rounds, reviewing new admissions, and responding to inpatient referrals across multiple wards.
Overseeing the day-to-day running of the gastroenterology ward in collaboration with Consultants and the wider multidisciplinary team.
Conducting outpatient clinics (with consultant supervision)
Exercising independent clinical decision-making in the management of general medical and gastroenterological conditions.
Delivering evidence-based care and respond effectively to emergencies and unforeseen clinical situations.
Liaising with Consultants and other specialties to ensure coordinated and high-quality patient care.
Arranging and undertaking follow-up of discharged patients, including virtual clinics and review of investigation results.
Supervising and teaching other resident doctors, medical students, and clinical observers, including training in practical procedures such as ascitic taps/drains and lumbar punctures.
Participating in Clinical Governance meetings, audits, and quality improvement initiatives within the department.
A visit to the department is encouraged. Further information may be obtained from Dr Mark Fulard, Clinical Lead, Consultant Gastroenterologist, mark.fullard@nhs.net
With a new hospital planned for Watford, work underway to update theatres at St Albans City Hospital and plans for a neighbourhood healthcare centre in Hemel Hempstead, this is an exciting time to join us.
We are building on the success of our award-winning virtual hospital and re-imagining models of care, working closely with partners and making the most of advances in digital healthcare.
Staff wellbeing and development are a priority, as is the role of innovation in improving clinical care, outcomes and patient experience.
Our vision is Excellent patient care, together and our values are to be empowered, compassionate, professional and inclusive. They capture an important balance across what we must all do as individuals and to support others.
We offer a variety of flexible working options as we recognise the importance of a good work life balance.
www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk/flexibleworking
If you have a disability or long-term health condition and require support or guidance please contact westherts.recruitment@nhs.net
If you are a Service Leaver, Veteran, Military Reserve, Cadet Force Adult Volunteer, or partner/spouse of those serving please tick "Member of the Armed Forces Community" on the application form.
We reserve the right to close this advert early due to the volume of applicants. Please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Key Responsibilities:
Conduct gastroenterology outpatient clinics
Review and manage gastroenterology inpatient referrals on the wards.
Oversee the day-to-day running of the gastroenterology ward.
Commit to attending endoscopy training lists as available
Exercise independent clinical decision-making in the management of general medical conditions.
Liaise effectively with the ward consultant and other specialties as required.
Arrange and undertake follow-up of discharged patients where appropriate.
Supervise and teach practical procedures, including ascitic taps/drains and lumbar punctures.
Actively participate in the teaching and training of junior doctors, medical students, and clinical observers.
Review and act on investigation results in a timely manner.
Conduct virtual patient follow-up clinics.
This advert closes on Sunday 3 May 2026