Job Description

We're recruiting a Locum Consultant in Gastroenterology (12-month fixed-term) at Northampton General Hospital, part of the University Hospitals of Northamptonshire NHS Group.



You'll join a progressive, well-established team, working in a forward-thinking service focused on innovation, collaboration, and patient-centred care.



We're committed to supporting colleagues at every stage of their career, and for those pursuing the Portfolio Pathway (CESR), we provide structured guidance, mentorship, and the opportunity to tailor your clinical and educational experiences.

Tentative Interview date :

Week commencing 15th September



You'll deliver a balanced mix of inpatient care, endoscopy, and outpatient clinics, with support from a well-structured team and specialist nursing staff.



The role includes contributing to the emergency endoscopy rota, working flexibly across sites, and taking part in clinical governance an audit. Development is actively supported, particularly for those progressing through the Portfolio Pathway.



Please submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close any adverts before the closing date once we have received sufficient applications



Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust is one of the largest employers in the area and we are on an exciting journey. All our divisions are committed to doing things better, with more efficiency as we update, modernise, and advance. We have also entered a Group Model with neighbouring Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and become University Hospitals of Northamptonshire.



Our Excellence Values



Compassion



Accountability



Respect



Integrity



Courage



We want to recruit the best people to deliver our services across the University Hospitals of Northamptonshire and help to unleash everyone's full potential.



The Hospital Group encourages applications from people who identify from all protected groups. We understand that we need to work with colleagues from diverse backgrounds and make sure the environment they work in is inclusive and collaborative.



We recognise the valuable contribution that the Armed Forces community make to our organisation. We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and achieved Silver Award under the Armed Forces Employer Recognition Scheme.



We have active Networks that promote and support colleagues from all backgrounds. This ensures everyone feels supported and has a sense of belonging working for Kettering and Northampton General Hospitals.



Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for full details of the role and responsibilities.