Job Description

The closing date is 12th Oct 2025

Job summary

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We are looking to appoint 2 Consultant Gastroenterologists to join our team, based at Musgrove Park Hospital in Taunton, Somerset.


All areas of sub-specialisation will be considered, we are keen to appoint candidates who will compliment the existing skills of the team.


We have permission to appoint trainees who are in a UK higher speciality training post within 12 months of their predicted CCT date at the time of interview in December 2025.


Our service offers the full range of endoscopic procedures and sub-specialities and we are due to move in to our brand new, purpose built, state of the art endoscopy unit at Musgrove Park early in 2026. We are active in research in both luminal gastroenterology and hepatology and the hospital hosts medical students from both Plymouth and Bristol Medical Schools.


Shortlisted candidates will be expected to visit the hospital in person prior to the interview date to meet the key individuals in the service including the current Consultant Gastroenterologists.


For informal enquiries about the post or to arrange a visit please contact Dr Emma Wesley, Consultant Gastroenterologists and ICS Clinical Lead for Endoscopy / Clinical Lead for Endoscopy at Musgrove Park and Bridgwater Hospitals: emma.wesley@somersetft.nhs.uk.

Main duties, tasks & skills required

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You'll play a pivotal role in managing complex gastroenterological conditions, participating in the emergency on-call rota, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless patient care.


Your Clinical Impact


Deliver high-quality care across a broad spectrum of gastroenterological services


Participate in emergency and out-of-hours care through the on-call rota


Lead and support clinical governance initiatives including audits, reviews, and quality improvement


Education & Mentorship


Inspire the next generation of doctors through undergraduate and postgraduate teaching


Contribute to the professional development of trainees and junior staff


Engage with medical students from Bristol and Plymouth universities, with opportunities for formal faculty roles


Research & Innovation


Collaborate on cutting-edge research in IBD and hepatology


Develop your own research portfolio with support from a dedicated research nursing team


Critically appraise and apply the latest scientific evidence to clinical practice


Modern Consultant Role


Embrace flexible working with VPN access and provided laptop


Manage non-face-to-face clinical care, results review, and patient communications


Participate in structured job planning, appraisal, and annual mandatory training


Contract & Flexibility


Standard 10 PA contract with options for additional activities or less-than-full-time arrangements


Tailored job plans to match your subspecialty interests and lifestyle

About us

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At

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

Flexible working options

to help you balance work and life

NHS pension scheme

for long-term financial security

Generous annual leave allowance

to recharge and relax A strong focus on

career development

to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our

Blue Light Card

, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.


We are proud to foster a

diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce

, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset?

Somerset offers the perfect blend of

idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty

, and

breathtaking coastlines

, with vibrant cities like

Bristol

,

Bath

, and

Exeter

just a short drive away - and only two hours to

London

.


The region is home to excellent

educational facilities

, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all

- the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Job description

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For main duties of post, job planning and person specification please refer to attached job description.

Person specification

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Qualifications

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Essential

Essential Qualifications & Attainments


MRCP (UK) or an equivalent postgraduate medical qualification


CCT in Gastroenterology (with or without General Internal Medicine), or expected to obtain it within 12 months of interview




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Experience

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Essential

Sub-specialty interests in gastroenterology that complement the needs of the service


Competence to work independently without direct supervision


JAG (or equivalent) accreditation in upper and lower GI endoscopy


Understanding of clinical risk management and evidence-informed practice


Ability to mentor both medical and nursing staff


Appropriate level of clinical knowledge with awareness of limitations


Ability to prioritise clinical needs and organise workload efficiently


Evidence of participation in clinical audit and governance activities


Comprehensive IT skills and understanding of NHS systems and constraints




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Additional Criteria

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Essential

Willingness to practice evidence-based medicine


Ability to contribute to teaching and training of medical students and junior doctors


Capacity to audit and evaluate quality and effectiveness of care


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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.


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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.


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.


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UK Professional Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.


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For help with your application, contact:

Emma Wesley


emma.wesley@somersetFT.nhs.uk




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Pay scheme

Hospital Medical and Dental


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Band

Consultant


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Salary

109725.00 to 145478.00 Yearly
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Contract

Permanent


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Working pattern

Full-Time


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Reference number

184-OL-MED-SURG-3300


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Job locations

Musgrove Park Hospital

Musgrove Road

Taunton

Somerset

TA1 5DA