Consultant Gastroenterologist Special interest in BCSP and Endoscopy
Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust
Basildon, CM16 5NL
Salary
£113,565 to £150,569
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
21 September 2026
21 days left
Job description
The Trust is seeking an experiencedConsultant Gastroenterologist with a Specialist Interest in Bowel Cancer Screening Programmeand EMR polypectomy who...
The primary focus of the role is thedelivery and further development of Bowel Cancer Screening Programme within the Trust. The successful candidate should have both subspecialty interest in BCSP and management of complex polyps (EMR). They will contribute to audit and service improvement plans in line with JAG and BCSP.
In addition to advanced endoscopy, the postholder will contribute to general gastroenterology services, including inpatient care, outpatient clinics, and participation in the gastroenterology on-call rota. The balance of clinical activity will reflect the advanced endoscopy nature of the post, with a significant proportion of programmed activities allocated to BCSP.
A commitment to Endoscopy is expected and with appropriate allocation in the job plan the candidate will make an equal contribution to the care of Gastroenterology inpatients and the out-of-hours GI-Bleed endoscopy service which is 1:7 at present with plans to transition to a 1:8 model with further recruitment.
Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.
We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust.
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS, MRCP or Equivalent
- Entry on GMC Specialist Register or eligible for entry on the specialist register within six months
- Evidence of completion of specialist training or equivalent
Desirable
- A higher degree in medicine (e.g. MD, PhD or equivalent)
Experience and Knowledge
Essential
- BCSP Accredited
- Accredited and independent in Upper GI and lower GI endoscopy
- Comprehensive knowledge in the specialty and ability to offer expert clinical opinion on range of problems
Desirable
- Complex polypectomy skills
- NHS experience within the last 3 years
Teaching
Essential
- Knowledge & Experience of supervising and teaching clinical skills
Desirable
- JAG Train the Trainers Accreditation
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Provenance
Source
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First seen
24 August 2026
Last checked
26 August 2026
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