Consultant - Gastroenterolgy YC72

Job summary

We are seeking a dynamic, full-time substantive consultant gastroenterologist with a subspeciality interest in Inflammatory Bowel Disease.

You will join a team of fourteen gastroenterologists at West Herts Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust who enjoy working together and supporting each other.

You should be a competent clinician and endoscopist with a CCT in gastroenterology and general medicine and experience working within the NHS. To complement our team, you should demonstrate interest in managing complex Inflammatory Bowel Disease. We have a dynamic IBD team with five experienced IBD nurse specialists, regular MDT meetings and close links to our colorectal colleagues. We are seeking to expand our team to manage our demand, develop new treatment pathways and increase our research portfolio for the benefit of our patients.

This post has 10 programmed activities. There is a 1:14 on call rota for weekend and weekday put of hours gastroenterology cover and 1:7 rota for ward cover.

We are looking for the prospective candidate to start as soon as possible.

Main duties of the jobThe post-holder will be expected to contribute to the smooth running, governance, and further development of the IBD service including:

Independent care of patients with complex IBDActively lead and contribute to IBD MDTs Support and training of the IBD nurses

Foster close team working within the IBD team Developing IBD care pathways Support networking with internal and external providers

Support IBD data collection/ audit and database

Implement national policies and guidance and local GIRFT recommendations relating to IBD care Develop departmental IBD research portfolio

Maintain appropriate CPDEndoscopy (Elective, training, and inpatient emergency)
Outpatient work (clinics, referral vetting, GP advice and guidance)
Inpatient work (Consultant of the week to cover GI ward, Ward referrals)
Weekend work (6 hours on site and emergency endoscopy) 1 week in 14

You will be expected to be able to travel to all three Trust hospital Sites (Watford General Hospital, Hemel Hempstead Hospital and St Albans Hospital).You will take part in clinical governance and clinical risk management, and in their implementation, including audit.

About us A new hospital has been planned for Watford. A new four roomed Endoscopy Unit at St Albans has been planned with a completion date of 2026. We are building on the success of our award-winning virtual hospital and re-imaging models of care, working ever more closely with partners and making the most of advances in digital healthcare. Staff wellbeing and development are a priority at West Herts Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, as is the role of innovation in improving clinical care, outcomes and patient experience.

We are a flexible working employer

At West Herts we recognise the importance of a good work life balance and the ability to work flexibly. We are delighted to offer a variety of flexible working options for all staff. Please check out our web page for more information. encourage and welcome people with disabilities. If you need help, please ask.

We reserve the right to close this advert early due to the volume of applicants. Please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Details Date posted
27 July 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade Consultant Salary
113,565 to 150,569 a year

PA

Contract Permanent Working  pattern

Full-time

Reference number
360-A-1192-BJob locations

Gastro Medical WGH L6

Watford General HospitalWatfordWD
18 0HB
United Kingdom Job description

Job responsibilities

The management responsibility of the post-holder will be to the clinical lead for Gastroenterology, Dr Mark Fullard who is responsible to the Divisional Director (Dr. Niall Keenan), the Medical Director (Dr Michael van der Watt) and Chief Executive and Trust Board.

The detailed job description and person specification included in job description and person specification.
Job description
Job responsibilities

The management responsibility of the post-holder will be to the clinical lead for Gastroenterology, Dr Mark Fullard who is responsible to the Divisional Director (Dr. Niall Keenan), the Medical Director (Dr Michael van der Watt) and Chief Executive and Trust Board.

The detailed job description and person specification included in job description and person specification.

Person Specification

Essential

Essential Completed CCT in Gastroenterology and General Medicine or within 6 months of completion

Full GMC registration with license to practiceMRCP (UK) or equivalent qualification

DesirableMD or PhD
Person Specification

Essential

Essential Completed CCT in Gastroenterology and General Medicine or within 6 months of completion

Full GMC registration with license to practiceMRCP (UK) or equivalent qualification

DesirableMD or PhDDisclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of…