Role Summary
To provide high quality care to medical and gastroenterological (including hepatological) patients in a busy teaching hospital. To develop skills in and contribute to endoscopy services. To contribute to outpatient services in gastroenterology and hepatology.
About the Role
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More detail about the role
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is seeking to appoint a suitable individual to the position of Trust Grade Fellow / Registrar in Gastroenterology and General Medicine.
This is an ideal post for doctors who have completed Core Medical Training and / or Internal Medicine Training and wish to develop an interest in gastroenterology and general (internal) medicine in their early years at registrar level.
You will gain valuable clinical experience caring for patients with a wide range of conditions, delivering high quality care and working as part of a dynamic multi-disciplinary team.
You will have the opportunity to develop your skills in delivering inpatient and outpatient medical and gastroenterological care on an independent basis.
In addition, you will have the opportunity to develop skills in upper and lower gastrointestinal endoscopy through supervised training, under the aegis of the JAG Endoscopy Training Scheme.
There is an on-call commitment to the general medical rota at registrar level.
You will have a Clinical Supervisor who will support you throughout the post to help you deliver care whilst gaining the most from educational opportunities.
If you are interested in this position and wish to discuss it further, please contact the following:
Dr Ben Hudson, Training Lead for Gastroenterology
Dr Shyam Prasad, Lead Clinican for Gastroenterology
Dr Chris Calvert, Lead Clinician and Training Lead for Endoscopy
Mrs Jo Orchard, Cluster Manager, Gastroenterology, Endoscopy, Diabetes and Endocrinology
As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
Preference will be given to staff with ‘Priority’ and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.
About Us
Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.
We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford). Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within people’s own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).
Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.
Our values are at the heart of everything we do, click here to find out more
It has never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as you will help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.
Benefits
Looking after you is important to us.
We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.
If you are starting out in the NHS, you’ll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 34 days plus bank holidays depending on grade and years of service.
You will benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.
We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.
This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we will help you get there.
Salary is not the only financial benefit
You will have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including:
- National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
- Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter
- Car lease schemes.
- The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
- Cycle to work scheme
These are just a few of the benefits available – if the role is something you are interested in, we would love to hear from you.
