Consultant Gastroenterologist

Job summaryYou will be based predominantly at the Royal Preston Hospital and facilitate the delivery of high-quality Gastroenterology across both sites at Lancashire Teaching Hospitals, with rotating in-reach provision to Chorley General Hospital.Both are currently 1 in 6, but frequency will decrease further with recruitment. You will join of a team of 7 Gastroenterology Consultants and participate in a return to site GI bleeding rota (1 in 7).We are a team which is keen to try new things to improve our efficiency and the service we deliver to our patients. We promote flexible working, providing our colleagues with the tools they need to work from home where appropriate. We support each other to deliver the service, try new ideas and promote personal and professional development and arekeen to educate, providing placements and training for postgraduate trainees, undergraduate medical students and other allied health professionals.We welcome applications from those looking to work either full time or less than full time.Main duties of the jobThe post holder will: Provide direct input to patients on the gastroenterology ward (Ward 24) at Royal Preston Hospital, provide support to resident doctors and advanced clinical practitioners (ACPs) covering ward referrals and Gastroenterology in-reach to the Emergency Department, and provide Gastroenterology in-reach to Chorley Hospital on a rotational basis Participate in specialty multi-disciplinary meetings, regular governance and specialty business meetingsPromote high professional standards of clinical care for patients, both through direct patient care and by the maintenance of continuing professional development. Develop close links with local General Practitioners and community allied health professionals to support patient care across providers Exercise the freedom to develop specialist elements of the services to reflect perceived priorities within available resources. Support postgraduate and undergraduate education, providing endoscopy training, supervising clinics and on the ward and participating in clinical and educational supervision This post will be based predominantly at Royal Preston Hospital with rotation through consultant of the week on Ward 24 and Chorley in-reach. Both are currently 1 in 6, but frequency will decrease further with recruitment.About usOur team is our work family. At Lancashire Teaching Hospitals, you will be working as part of a collaborative, friendly and caring team of incredible people who are committed to providing excellent care with compassion. We celebrate diversity, encourage everyone to contribute, and you are valued for who you are.Our mission is to provide excellent care with compassion. We will support you to achieve your personal goals and to build the career you want.Lancashire Teaching Hospitals is the regional centre for cancer, renal, neurology, neurosurgery, interventional radiology, vascular, plastics and major trauma. With excellent road and rail links there is easy access to major cities, the expansive North West coastline and areas of outstanding natural beauty in the Forest of Bowland and the Lake District, your free time will be as exciting and varied as your working week.DetailsDate posted06 August 2026Pay schemeHospital medical and dental staffGradeConsultantSalary 113,565 to 150,569 a year Per Annum ContractPermanentWorking pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number438-CA857Job locationsRoyal Preston HospitalSharoe Green LanePrestonPR2 9HTUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease refer to the attached Job description, Person specification and Specialty/ Trust Brochure for further details on:What we can offerJob Plan/On-call RequirementsThe Team Job description Job responsibilitiesPlease refer to the attached Job description, Person specification and Specialty/ Trust Brochure for further details on:What we can offerJob Plan/On-call RequirementsThe TeamPerson Specification Qualifications EssentialFull GMC Registration and Licence to PracticeMBBS or equivalentMRCPCCST in General Internal Medicine / Specialist Register entry within six monthsDesirableMD or PhDEvidence of ongoing personal / professional development. Experience and Skills EssentialRecognised period of work in a specialist department treating upper and lower gastrointestinal conditions.Ability to undertake clinical audit of work and apply findings to clinical work.Clinical training and experience equivalent to that required for gaining UK CCST.Ability to take full and independent responsibility for clinical care of patients.Ability to manage and lead a multi-professional team.IT literateDesirableJAG accredited Colonoscopist. Management EssentialEvidence of Clinical LeadershipEvidence of commitment to audit and improving clinical practice/service development Research and Development EssentialEvidence of interest in personal development e.g. through research and/or publications Person Specification Qualifications EssentialFull GMC Registration and Licence to PracticeMBBS or equivalentMRCPCCST in General Internal Medicine / Specialist Register entry within six monthsDesirableMD or PhDEvidence of ongoing personal / professional development. Experience and Skills EssentialRecognised period of work in a specialist department treating upper and lower gastrointestinal conditions.Ability to undertake clinical audit of work and apply findings to clinical work.Clinical training and experience equivalent to that required for gaining UK CCST.Ability to take full and independent responsibility for clinical care of patients.Ability to manage and lead a multi-professional team.IT literateDesirableJAG accredited Colonoscopist. Management EssentialEvidence of Clinical LeadershipEvidence of commitment to audit and improving clinical practice/service development Research and Development EssentialEvidence of interest in personal development e.g. through research and/or publicationsDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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 SponsorshipApplications 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 CheckThis 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 SponsorshipApplications 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 detailsEmployer nameLancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation TrustAddressRoyal Preston HospitalSharoe Green LanePrestonPR2 9HTUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer nameLancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation TrustAddressRoyal Preston HospitalSharoe Green LanePrestonPR2 9HTUnited KingdomEmployer's website