Job summaryAn exciting opportunity has arisen at The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust for a Specialist in Gastroenterology to join our existing team of accomplished Gastroenterologists and Specialist Nurses who have a passion for delivering high-quality care to our patients in the county of Shropshire, Wrekin and Mid Wales.The department offers extensive opportunities to work independently and alongside consultants both in a clinic environment and in Endoscopy, with access to complex procedures, modern equipment and specialist interests.Contribution to an out of hours on call rota is core to this role.Main duties of the jobTo provide specialist care for Gastroenterology/Hepatology patients including, in-patients, in-reach/review of referrals, day unit treatments, out-patient clinics and endoscopy lists.To provide service work to maintain endoscopy and clinic waits to comply with national and local targets.Maintenance of the highest standards in the care of patients with Gastroenterology conditionsTo share with colleagues responsibility for the day-to-day management of Gastroenterology.Teaching and training of junior staff, medical students and other healthcare professionals.To develop enhanced clinical skills, especially in the assessment and management of acutely ill patients.To have excellent team-working skills with the abilities and professional attitude to work well in a multi-professional team.To deliver clinical and quality targets agreed both nationally and locally with clinical teams and commissioners.To follow patients throughout their clinical pathways.About usThe Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust (SaTH) is the main provider of acute hospital services for around half a million people in Shropshire, Telford & Wrekin and mid Wales.Our main service locations are the Princess Royal Hospital (PRH) in Telford and the Royal Shrewsbury Hospital (RSH) in Shrewsbury which are located 20 minutes' drive apart. Both hospitals provide a wide range of acute hospital services including accident & emergency, outpatients, diagnostics, inpatient medical care and critical care.Our Poppy's Promise CommitmentWe believe that compassionate care sits at the heart of everything we do. Every member of our team -- clinical or non-clinical -- plays a vital role in ensuring that patients, families, and colleagues are treated with dignity, empathy, and respect at all times.We expect all staff to demonstrate compassion not only through their words, but through their actions: by listening attentively, communicating clearly and kindly, and recognising individual needs, feelings, and circumstances of those in our care.Effective communication is central to safe and high-quality healthcare. We value colleagues who take the time to understand others, explain information in a meaningful way, and respond to concerns with patience and understanding.By joining our team, you are committing to uphold these values -- ensuring that every patient feels heard, respected, and valued, and that compassion is embedded in every interaction, every day.DetailsDate posted16 October 2026Pay schemeOtherSalary
104,401 to 115,341 a year
per annum
ContractPermanentWorking pattern
Full-time
Reference numberRSH/GAST/SP/T3/003Job locationsThe Royal Shrewsbury HospitalMytton Oak RoadShrewsburySY3 8XQUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesAn exciting opportunity has arisen at The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust for a Specialist in Gastroenterology to join our existing team of accomplished Gastroenterologists and Specialist Nurses who have a passion for delivering high-quality care to our patients in the county of Shropshire, Wrekin and Mid Wales.
Job description
Job responsibilitiesAn exciting opportunity has arisen at The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust for a Specialist in Gastroenterology to join our existing team of accomplished Gastroenterologists and Specialist Nurses who have a passion for delivering high-quality care to our patients in the county of Shropshire, Wrekin and Mid Wales.Person Specification
Qualifications
EssentialMBBS, MBChB or equivalent medical qualificationMRCP or equivalentAdvanced Life Support (ALS) or equivalentDesirablePhD, MD, or evidence of higher education qualification
Entry Criteria
EssentialFull Registration and a licence to practise with the General Medical Council (GMC)Shall have completed a minimum of 12 years' medical work (either continuous period or in aggregate) since obtaining a primary medical qualification of which a minimum of six years should have been in Gastroenterology in the Specialty Doctor and/or closed SAS grades. Equivalent years' experience in a relevant specialty from other medical grades including from overseas will also be accepted.
Person Specification
Qualifications
EssentialMBBS, MBChB or equivalent medical qualificationMRCP or equivalentAdvanced Life Support (ALS) or equivalentDesirablePhD, MD, or evidence of higher education qualification
Entry Criteria
EssentialFull Registration and a licence to practise with the General Medical Council (GMC)Shall have completed a minimum of 12 years' medical work (either continuous period or in aggregate) since obtaining a primary medical qualification of which a minimum of six years should have been in Gastroenterology in the Specialty Doctor and/or closed SAS grades. Equivalent years' experience in a relevant specialty from other medical grades including from overseas will also be accepted.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
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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 nameThe Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS TrustAddressThe Royal Shrewsbury HospitalMytton Oak RoadShrewsburySY3 8XQUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer nameThe Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS TrustAddressThe Royal Shrewsbury HospitalMytton Oak RoadShrewsburySY3 8XQUnited KingdomEmployer's website
Specialist Doctor in Gastroenterology in Shrewsbury employer: National Health Service
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