Locum Consultant Gastroenterologist

Position Overview An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dedicated Locum/Fixed-TermConsultant Gastroenterologist to join an expanding, forward-thinking NHS team based in Cumbria . The department delivers comprehensive, integrated care across inpatient and outpatient settings, supported by a newly opened £15M, state-of-the-art, JAG-accredited 5-room Endoscopy Suite. We provide advanced diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy (including ERCP and complex polypectomy), a dedicated 24/7 GI bleed service, and specialist services in Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD), Hepatology, and Bowel Cancer Screening. This post will support the inpatient "Consultant of the Week" model, outpatient clinics, endoscopy lists, and the emergency GI bleed rota, with ample scope to develop or pursue a sub-specialist clinical interest. Key Duties and Responsibilities Inpatient Care: Participate in the shared "Consultant of the Week" rota overseeing acute gastroenterology beds, in‑reach assessments, and referrals across acute admissions units and general wards. Endoscopy Services: Undertake scheduled diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy sessions, utilising modern scope systems, electrosurgery, and haemostatic modalities. Emergency Service: Actively contribute to the 24/7 on‑call emergency GI bleeding service rota. Outpatient Clinics: Conduct two outpatient clinics per week covering general gastroenterology and relevant specialist clinics (e.g., IBD, Hepatology). Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) Working: Actively participate in regional and specialist MDTs, including Lower GI, UGI, HPB, IBD, and Clinical Nutrition. Quality Improvement elective activities are stood down during on‑call weeks) Outpatient Clinics: 2 sessions Endoscopy Lists: 2 sessions MDT