Specialty Doctor in Endoscopy/ ERCP/ Therapeutic Endoscopy inOrpington inOrpington PUBLISHED
WED 15 JAN 2025
Opportunity for training in ERCP and therapeutic endoscopy procedures, enhancing career development.
No on-call commitments, providing a better work-life balance for staff.
Access to a high volume of cases with over 14,000 referrals per year and approximately 450 ERCPs/stenting performed annually, allowing for extensive practical experience.
Collaboration with a multidisciplinary team in a busy endoscopy unit, ensuring high-quality patient care and a supportive work environment.
Engagement with a respected institution, King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, known for its dedication to sustainable healthcare and innovation.
Regular hours with an average of 8 Programmed Activities per week, allowing for a structured and predictable work schedule.
The role of Specialty Doctor in Endoscopy/ERCP/Therapeutic Endoscopy at Princess Royal University Hospital involves providing diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy services, with a focus on ERCP procedures. The position requires candidates to be JAG accredited in diagnostic endoscopy, and offers opportunities for additional training in ERCP and therapeutic endoscopy. The post includes an average of 10 Programmed Activities (PAs) per week, consisting of at least six diagnostic endoscopy lists, weekend coverage at a ratio of 1:4, and potential involvement in a gastroenterology or surgery clinic.
The Trust emphasises sustainable healthcare, with a commitment to reducing carbon emissions and promoting diversity and inclusion. Candidates will be expected to contribute to high-quality patient care and the effective operation of the Endoscopy Department, which handles over 14,000 referrals annually. Those interested in the position can reach out to the Endoscopy Service Manager for further details or informal visits.
The Trust emphasises sustainable healthcare, with a commitment to reducing carbon emissions and promoting diversity and inclusion. Candidates will be expected to contribute to high-quality patient care and the effective operation of the Endoscopy Department, which handles over 14,000 referrals annually. Those interested in the position can reach out to the Endoscopy Service Manager for further details or informal visits.
This post is based at Princess Royal University Hospital and South Sites
HOURS: 10 PA’s
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Specialty Doctor Grade position based within the Endoscopy Department at PRUH site. Applications welcomed from both Gastroenterology and Surgery candidates who are JAG accredited in diagnostic endoscopy.
Opportunities will be available for further training in ERCP / therapeutic endoscopy (EMR, Stenting) within the Endoscopy Department. Successful candidate will be expected to provide diagnostic endoscopy lists within the department and it is envisaged that there will be at least 6 service lists per week, 2 ERCP training lists and 1: 4 weekend lists. There are no on call commitments for this post, but there will ample opportunity to train in endoscopic management of GI bleeds and other therapeutic procedures. Please see attached JD for this post.
The Endoscopy Unit is based at the PRUH. It has two rooms which run seven days a week, two session days. ERCPs are carried out within our Radiology Department. We have a demand of over 14,000 referrals per year. We carry out approx. 450 ERCPs/stenting per year. The PRUH has very busy GI HPB cancer and colorectal service.
There will be an average of 8 Programmed Activities including Direct Clinical Care and Supporting Professional and/or other Activities – work 4 days / week . There are no on call commitments, but the appointee is expected to cover Endoscopy lists at 1: 4 weekends ( sat and Sunday lists ) as part of job plan.
King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK’s largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of c£1 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts a year and around 14,000 staff based across 5 main sites in South East London. The Trust provides a full range of local hospital services across its different sites, and specialist services from King’s College Hospital (KCH) sites at Denmark Hill in Camberwell and at the Princess Royal University Hospital (PRUH) site in Bromley.
King’s is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone’s contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust’s carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible.
The trust-wide strategy Strong Roots, Global Reach is our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we can take Team King’s to another level.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: dina allam Job title: endoscopy service manager Email address: Telephone number:
HOURS: 10 PA’s
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Specialty Doctor Grade position based within the Endoscopy Department at PRUH site. Applications welcomed from both Gastroenterology and Surgery candidates who are JAG accredited in diagnostic endoscopy.
Opportunities will be available for further training in ERCP / therapeutic endoscopy (EMR, Stenting) within the Endoscopy Department. Successful candidate will be expected to provide diagnostic endoscopy lists within the department and it is envisaged that there will be at least 6 service lists per week, 2 ERCP training lists and 1: 4 weekend lists. There are no on call commitments for this post, but there will ample opportunity to train in endoscopic management of GI bleeds and other therapeutic procedures. Please see attached JD for this post.
The Endoscopy Unit is based at the PRUH. It has two rooms which run seven days a week, two session days. ERCPs are carried out within our Radiology Department. We have a demand of over 14,000 referrals per year. We carry out approx. 450 ERCPs/stenting per year. The PRUH has very busy GI HPB cancer and colorectal service.
There will be an average of 8 Programmed Activities including Direct Clinical Care and Supporting Professional and/or other Activities – work 4 days / week . There are no on call commitments, but the appointee is expected to cover Endoscopy lists at 1: 4 weekends ( sat and Sunday lists ) as part of job plan.
- Perform diagnostic endoscopy procedures
- Together with other colleagues, to provide a high quality care service to patients. This includes all aspects of treatment and relevant management duties for the proper functioning of the Care Group.
- Training in ERCP/ Therapeutic Endoscopy – 1-2 ERCP/ Therapeutic lists/ week
- Backfill mixed lists of OGD and colonoscopy to cover for GOTM/ annual leave
- Minimum of 5-6 service lists/ week (diagnostic OGD/ Colonoscopy) –depending on service needs
- 1 clinic- Gastroenterology or Surgery ( depending of candidates primary training)
- Weekend endoscopy sessions- 1: 4 weekends (Saturday and Sunday )
- Vetting of endoscopy referrals as per local and national guidelines
King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK’s largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of c£1 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts a year and around 14,000 staff based across 5 main sites in South East London. The Trust provides a full range of local hospital services across its different sites, and specialist services from King’s College Hospital (KCH) sites at Denmark Hill in Camberwell and at the Princess Royal University Hospital (PRUH) site in Bromley.
King’s is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone’s contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust’s carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible.
The trust-wide strategy Strong Roots, Global Reach is our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we can take Team King’s to another level.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: dina allam Job title: endoscopy service manager Email address: Telephone number:
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