About this role
Job summary
Applications are invited for the posts of Clinical Fellow Higher (ST6+) in Gastroenterology. These posts are available to commence 04 March 2027 until 03 March 2028.
Post 1: Clinical Fellow Higher (ST6+) in Gastroenterology (IBD)
Post 2: Clinical Fellow Higher (ST6+) in Gastroenterology (Endoscopy)
These posts provide an opportunity to develop Gastroenterology practice in a state of the art Endoscopy facility at one of the world's leading teaching hospitals, or in IBD care working alongside a world leading team of expert IBD clinicians.
Main duties of the job
The IBD post holder will have the opportunity to gain exposure to all aspects of management of a cohort of around 7,000 patients, including IBD clinics, Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) meetings, joint clinics with colorectal surgeons, cross-specialty MDTs, IBD endoscopy and clinical trials. Working closely with IBD Consultants, the successful candidate will also support the wider Multi-Disciplinary Team, including Specialist Nurses, Pharmacists, Dietitians, Psychologists and dedicated Administrative Staff.
Successful applicant for the Endoscopy post will have the opportunity to develop skills in Gastroscopy and Colonoscopy through service, training and research lists. The primary focus is Therapeutic Endoscopy training. Subject to individual interests and departmental capacity, training may be available in EUS, ERCP or Advanced Therapeutic Endoscopy, including EMR, Dilatation, Botox injection, stenting, Balloon Enteroscopy and Video Capsule Endoscopy.
About us
The applicant must have demonstrable skills in listening, reading, writing and speaking in English that enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues, as set out in the GMC's Good Medical Practice (2013). Non-UK applicants must possess the IELTS/OET exam before obtaining a GMC licence to practice.
Applications from job seekers who require skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.
It is a requirement for skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, 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) will also be subject to this requirement.
Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
Job description Job responsibilities
Please refer to the Job description and Person specification attached for further details on the main responsibilities and duties for this post.
Person Specification
Shortlistable Essential
Full Registration and a Licence to Practice with the General Medical Council at point of application MRCP or equivalent qualification Completed a minimum of four years Specialty Registrar or equivalent training in Gastroenterology in the UK or equivalent
Desirable
ATLS Course CCrISP
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This 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 Sponsorship Applications 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 details Employer name Cambridge University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address Addenbrooke’s Hospital
Hills road
Cambridge
CB2 0QQ
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.cuh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)