Specialist in Gastroenterology

Key Duties of the PostGeneral Provide a comprehensive inpatient and outpatient gastroenterology service. Take responsibility, with appropriate professional autonomy, for the diagnosis andtreatment of general medical and gastroenterology patients within the agreed job plan. Participate in the general medical emergency on-call rota, including prospective cover forcolleagues annual leave and other authorised absences. Provide professional supervision and management of junior medical staff. Work collaboratively with clinical and operational colleagues to support safe, effective andefficient services.Clinical Governance and AuditIn line with requirements of clinical governance, the appointee will be expected to participatein clinical audit, including where appropriate, local on-going and new audits, and specialtyregional and national audit programmes.Teaching and TrainingThe post holder will be expected to play his/her part in postgraduate activities withresponsibility for carrying out teaching, examination and accreditation duties as required andcontribute to undergraduate, postgraduate, continuing medical and nursing education,where appropriate.Research and DevelopmentThere are opportunities for research relevant to the service to be pursued within the agreedjob plan.ManagementYou will be required to co-operate with local clinical and operational managers as well ascontributing to the efficient running of services. You will be expected to share with consultantcolleagues in the medical contribution to management within your supporting professionalactivities. Attendance and contribution to departmental and directorate meetings isencouraged.