Advanced Colonoscopy Fellow (ATSM Fellow) | The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust

Overview This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated doctor to join The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust as an ATSM Fellow in Colonoscopy (Senior Clinical Fellow – ST6/7 equivalent). The post forms part of the national Advanced Training Skills Module (ATSM) programme and is designed to support clinicians who are progressing toward advanced colonoscopy and polypectomy practice, with a long‑term aim of becoming an accredited BCSP Colonoscopist. The successful applicant will work within our high‑performing Endoscopy Unit at New Cross Hospital, with additional activity at Cannock Chase Hospital. The role provides five colonoscopy sessions per week, including two supervised advanced training lists and three independent lists, allowing consolidation of complex polypectomy skills. The Fellow will also play a key role in coordinating the polyp MDT, contributing to colorectal cancer pathways, and supporting governance, audit and service development work within the department. This is a full‑time 12‑month fixed‑term Medical contribute to local and regional teaching sessions, simulation training or META workshops, depending on experience and interest. Maintain full GMC registration with a licence to practise. Governance, Quality and Research Undertake a bi‑annual audit of the large polyp service, presenting results at departmental or divisional governance meetings. Participate in clinical audits, quality improvement projects, and service evaluations, meeting ATSM and Trust requirements. Contribute to endoscopy governance, ensuring adherence to safety standards, incident reporting, learning and continuous improvement. Participate in research activity related to endoscopy or colorectal disease, where opportunities arise. Professional Responsibilities Demonstrate high‑level communication skills, professionalism and adherence to Trust values and behaviours. Ensure compliance with infection prevention and control, safeguarding, health and safety, data protection and all statutory training. Participate in annual appraisal, job plan review, mandatory training and other professional development activities. Contribute to a positive, collaborative and supportive working environment within the Endoscopy team and wider Gastroenterology Directorate. #J-18808-Ljbffr