Locum Consultant Gastroenterologist

Summary: The role of Locum Gastroenterology Consultant involves providing comprehensive care in endoscopy services, including diagnosis, treatment, and management of patients. The consultant will work flexible shifts within an NHS trust, collaborating with healthcare professionals to ensure high standards of patient care. Responsibilities include running specialist clinics, conducting endoscopies, and supporting junior doctors. The position emphasizes the importance of medical development and offers opportunities for research and specialization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide diagnosis, screening, treatment, preoperative, operative, and postoperative management of patient care.
• Support patients and their families by communicating clinical information effectively.
• Coordinate treatment plans and prescribe various types of treatment.
• Monitor and care for patients consistently.
• Communicate with patients and the multidisciplinary team on shared decision making.
• Lead and work within a multidisciplinary team as appropriate.
• Assess and prioritize patient/client requirements, delegating effectively.
• Recognize, review, and report changes in patient conditions.
• Perform administrative tasks, including record keeping and writing prescriptions.
• Conduct research to improve surgical techniques and outcomes.
• Teach and train junior doctors and medical students.

Key Skills:

• GMC registered Doctor.
• Relevant experience at Consultant level.
• Evidence of Right to Work in the UK.
• Ability to pass an enhanced background check (DBS).
• Quick thinking abilities.
• Patience and mentoring skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Systematic approach to tasks and delegation.
• Excellent timekeeping.
• Proactive approach to research and academia.
• Empathy and understanding.
• Flexible attitude.
• Dedication to improving knowledge and skills.
• Active listening skills.

Salary (Rate): £130

City: Cardiff

Country: UK

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: inside IR35

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other