Cardiff and Vale NHS Trust • University Hospital of Wales
Closing on: 25 Nov 2024
VerifiedGastroenterology
Job Highlights
Expected Salary
£93,666 - £126,281
Grade
Locum Consultant
Location
Cardiff, United Kingdom
Specialisation
Gastroenterology
Job Summary
The University Hospital of Wales is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Consultant in Gastroenterology to join their dynamic team. This role involves providing expert clinical care to patients with a wide range of gastrointestinal conditions through both outpatient clinics and inpatient services. The successful candidate will perform diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures, participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, and engage in the on-call rota to manage GI emergencies. Additionally, the consultant will contribute to the development and improvement of gastroenterology services, ensure high standards of patient safety and care quality, and take on leadership responsibilities within the department. Educational duties include teaching and supervising medical students, junior doctors, and other healthcare professionals. The consultant is also expected to engage in ongoing professional development and participate in clinical research to advance the field of gastroenterology. This position offers an opportunity to work in a leading teaching hospital affiliated with Cardiff University, providing a stimulating environment for both clinical practice and academic pursuits.
Job Overview
General Duties
Conduct regular outpatient clinics to diagnose and manage a wide range of gastrointestinal (GI) disorders.
Provide care for inpatients with complex GI conditions, including overseeing the management of acute cases.
Perform diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures, such as colonoscopies, upper GI endoscopies, and endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP).
Participate in multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings to discuss patient cases and develop comprehensive treatment plans.
Participate in on-call rotas, providing emergency care for GI emergencies and supporting other healthcare professionals in managing acute GI conditions.
Contribute to the development and improvement of gastroenterology services within the trust, including pathway development and protocol implementation.
Take on leadership roles within the department, such as leading a clinical team or managing specific service areas.
Engage in activities to improve patient safety and quality of care, including clinical audits and governance meetings.
Provide education and training to medical students, junior doctors, nursing staff, and other healthcare professionals.
Supervise and mentor junior doctors and trainees, offering guidance and support in their professional development.
Engage in ongoing learning and development to stay up-to-date with advancements in gastroenterology.
Participate in or lead clinical research projects to advance the understanding and treatment of GI diseases.
Publish research findings in medical journals and present at national and international conferences.
Collaborate with other researchers and institutions to contribute to multicenter studies and research networks.
On Calls
The post holder will rotate with the other Consultants to undertake Consultant of the
week on a current 1: 12 rota frequency.
Job Plan
Job Overview
General Duties
Conduct regular outpatient clinics to diagnose and manage a wide range of gastrointestinal (GI) disorders.
Provide care for inpatients with complex GI conditions, including overseeing the management of acute cases.
Perform diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures, such as colonoscopies, upper GI endoscopies, and endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP).
Participate in multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings to discuss patient cases and develop comprehensive treatment plans.
Participate in on-call rotas, providing emergency care for GI emergencies and supporting other healthcare professionals in managing acute GI conditions.
Contribute to the development and improvement of gastroenterology services within the trust, including pathway development and protocol implementation.
Take on leadership roles within the department, such as leading a clinical team or managing specific service areas.
Engage in activities to improve patient safety and quality of care, including clinical audits and governance meetings.
Provide education and training to medical students, junior doctors, nursing staff, and other healthcare professionals.
Supervise and mentor junior doctors and trainees, offering guidance and support in their professional development.
Engage in ongoing learning and development to stay up-to-date with advancements in gastroenterology.
Participate in or lead clinical research projects to advance the understanding and treatment of GI diseases.
Publish research findings in medical journals and present at national and international conferences.
Collaborate with other researchers and institutions to contribute to multicenter studies and research networks.
On Calls
The post holder will rotate with the other Consultants to undertake Consultant of the
week on a current 1: 12 rota frequency.
Job Plan
About University Hospital of Wales
University Hospital
The University Hospital of Wales (UHW), located in Cardiff, is the largest hospital in Wales and serves as a major teaching hospital affiliated with Cardiff University. It provides a comprehensive range of healthcare services, including emergency, surgical, medical, maternity, pediatric, and specialized services. As a teaching hospital, UHW plays a key role in medical education and research, contributing to advancements in medical science and healthcare practices. The hospital is also a tertiary referral center, offering specialized treatments and services to patients from across Wales and beyond.
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is the local health board of NHS Wales for Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan, in the south-east of Wales. The headquarters of the Board is in the University Hospital of Wales, in Cardiff. The trust oversees seventeen health centres, public health and community care services and also has a range of specialist services used by the whole of Wales.
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