• Job Description

  Req#: C9418-25-0874?language=en&page=989&sort=publicationDateDesc

  Job summary

  Applications are invited for a Locum Consultant Gastroenterologist and General Physician to join our current team of 10 consultants based at the Luton & Dunstable Hospital. We are a friendly, dynamic, innovative and future focussed department. You will join our team at an exciting time at Bedfordshire Hospitals within the newly merged Foundation Trust. Innovation in the delivery of high quality medical care is a key requirement of this role.

  We will actively support a new colleague that will complement and enhance our existing team.

  This is a full-time locum post for an initial period of 12 months whilst we recruit substantively throughout the summer of 2025.

  We are a friendly, dynamic, innovative and future focussed department. You will join our team at an exciting time at Bedfordshire Hospitals within the newly merged Foundation Trust. Innovation in the delivery of high quality medical care is a key requirement of this role.

  We will actively support a new colleague(s) that will complement and enhance our existing team with substantive opportunities for the right candidate.

  Main duties of the job

  This post holder

  Will participate in the inpatient Gastroenterologist rota including out of hours endoscopy

  Will provide diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy lists

  Will provide Out-Patients clinics as per job plan

  Participate in the audit and governance duties of the department

  We currently provide a range of out-patient clinics supported by the Specialist Nurses.

  In-patient provision of gastroenterology and hepatology services occurs predominantly on one ward. Inpatients are triaged via the acute physicians to the appropriate speciality and care is needs based rather than age based. There is a commitment to provide specialty inreach and also support for referrals across the hospital.

  The endoscopy unit has held JAG accreditation since 2009 and working towards a business case for a CDC unit in the centre of Luton for Endoscopy services.

  A 24 hour GI bleed service has been in place since 2011. Non-emergency endoscopy is provided 7 days per week. Currently there are 10 endoscopists on the emergency rota. This post would also support routine weekend ward duties.

  Upper gastrointestinal, hepatobiliary and hepatic cancers are managed through a weekly local MDT and three networked MDTs. Upper GI and HPB MDT are video conferenced weekly. Endoscopic ultrasound and oncology surgical services are provided by the Hospital. Cancer Specialist Nurse supports these MDT's and an acute oncology nurse the inpatient caseload.

  About us

  Our Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Travel between hospital sites may be required.

  The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available.

  Vaccination is the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and your patients from the virus. If you're still unsure, you can find lots of information on COVID-19 vaccines and the booking process on the NHS Website.

  Details

  Date posted

  16 July 2025

  Pay scheme

  Hospital medical and dental staff

  Grade

  Consultant

  Salary

  £105,504 to £139,882 a year per annum

  Contract

  Fixed term

  Duration

  12 months

  Working pattern

  Full-time

  Reference number

  418-M-GS-253-C

  Job locations

  Luton & Dunstable University Hospital

  Lewsey Road

  Luton

  LU4 0DZ

  
  

  Job description

  Job responsibilities

  The appointments will be subject to full Occupational Health Clearance and Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check for the successful candidates prior to commencement.

  Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. Please ensure that you make your application as soon as possible.If you have not received correspondence inviting you for interview within 28 days of the closing date, you should assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

  Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

  To arrange a visit please contact: Dr J Harvey, Clinical Director for Gastroenterology and Endoscopy BHFT on 01234 355122 ext 2300

  Job description

  Job responsibilities

  The appointments will be subject to full Occupational Health Clearance and Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check for the successful candidates prior to commencement.

  Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. Please ensure that you make your application as soon as possible.If you have not received correspondence inviting you for interview within 28 days of the closing date, you should assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

  Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

  To arrange a visit please contact: Dr J Harvey, Clinical Director for Gastroenterology and Endoscopy BHFT on 01234 355122 ext 2300

  Person Specification

  Personnel Skills

  Essential

  • Ability to co-operate in a democratic team environment
  • Flexible attitude, team player with good management skills
  • Leadership Skills

  Training

  Essential

  • Training and experience equivalent to that required for UK CCT (or within 6 months of it being issued).

  Registration

  Essential

  • Entry on GMC Specialist Register in General Medicine and Gastroenterology
  • or Eligibility to enter on the Specialist register within 6 months from the time of the interview and hold a full Licence to Practice.
  • On the General Medical Council Register at the time of application
  • Entry onto the GMC Specialist Register: CCT (or within 6 months of receipt of CCT at time of interview)

  Qualification

  Essential

  • Medical Degree
  • Relevant postgraduate qualification - MRCP

  Desirable

  • MD or equivalent Higher Degree or evidence of relevant research

  Clinical Experience

  Essential

  • Evidence of thorough and broad training and experience in General Medicine and Gastroenterology
  • Able to take full and independent responsibility for delivering service without direct supervision.
  • JAG accreditation or equivalence with evidence of ongoing endoscopy expertise
  • Excellent all round experience of DGH work

  Desirable

  • Sub-specialty interest

  Clinical Effectiveness

  Essential

  • Understanding of clinical governance and ability to demonstrate ongoing CPD
  • Participation in relevant local audits
  • Experience of guideline appraisal.
  • Ability to interpret and apply clinical research.

  Desirable

  • Participation in relevant national audits.
  • Recent published clinical research

  Teaching

  Essential

  • Experience and Knowledge to teach all grades of trainees and medical student

  Desirable

  • Has attended Teaching the Teachers or similar course

  Management

  Essential

  • Evidence of management experience or training.
  • IT literacy

  Desirable

  • Ability to share departmental management duties e.g. staff rotas.

  Person Specification

  Personnel Skills

  Essential

  • Ability to co-operate in a democratic team environment
  • Flexible attitude, team player with good management skills
  • Leadership Skills

  Training

  Essential

  • Training and experience equivalent to that required for UK CCT (or within 6 months of it being issued).

  Registration

  Essential

  • Entry on GMC Specialist Register in General Medicine and Gastroenterology
  • or Eligibility to enter on the Specialist register within 6 months from the time of the interview and hold a full Licence to Practice.
  • On the General Medical Council Register at the time of application
  • Entry onto the GMC Specialist Register: CCT (or within 6 months of receipt of CCT at time of interview)

  Qualification

  Essential

  • Medical Degree
  • Relevant postgraduate qualification - MRCP

  Desirable

  • MD or equivalent Higher Degree or evidence of relevant research

  Clinical Experience

  Essential

  • Evidence of thorough and broad training and experience in General Medicine and Gastroenterology
  • Able to take full and independent responsibility for delivering service without direct supervision.
  • JAG accreditation or equivalence with evidence of ongoing endoscopy expertise
  • Excellent all round experience of DGH work

  Desirable

  • Sub-specialty interest

  Clinical Effectiveness

  Essential

  • Understanding of clinical governance and ability to demonstrate ongoing CPD
  • Participation in relevant local audits
  • Experience of guideline appraisal.
  • Ability to interpret and apply clinical research.

  Desirable

  • Participation in relevant national audits.
  • Recent published clinical research

  Teaching

  Essential

  • Experience and Knowledge to teach all grades of trainees and medical student

  Desirable

  • Has attended Teaching the Teachers or similar course

  Management

  Essential

  • Evidence of management experience or training.
  • IT literacy

  Desirable

  • Ability to share departmental management duties e.g. staff rotas.

  Disclosure and Barring Service Check

  This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

  Certificate of Sponsorship

  Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

  From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

  UK Registration

  Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

  Additional information

  Disclosure and Barring Service Check

  This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

  Certificate of Sponsorship

  Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

  From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

  UK Registration

  Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

  Employer details

  Employer name

  Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

  Address

  Luton & Dunstable University Hospital

  Lewsey Road

  Luton

  LU4 0DZ

  
  

  Employer's website

  https://www.bedfordshirehospitals.nhs.uk/working-here/ (Opens in a new tab)

  Employer details

  Employer name

  Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

  Address

  Luton & Dunstable University Hospital

  Lewsey Road

  Luton

  LU4 0DZ

  
  

  Employer's website

  https://www.bedfordshirehospitals.nhs.uk/working-here/ (Opens in a new tab)

• About the company

  National Health Service (NHS) is the umbrella term for the publicly-funded healthcare systems of the United Kingdom (UK). The founding principles were that services should be comprehensive, universal and free at the point of delivery—a health service based on clinical need, not ability to pay. Each service provides a comprehensive range of health services, free at the point of use for people ordinarily resident in the United Kingdom apart from dental treatment and optical care.

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