Consultant Medical Gastroenterologist

Job Description

Clinical Care: Patient Assessment: Perform detailed clinical assessments of patients with gastrointestinal symptoms or conditions such as acid reflux, ulcers, liver disease, Crohn's disease, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), and colorectal cancer. Diagnosis: Utilize medical history, physical examination, laboratory tests, and imaging techniques (such as endoscopy and colonoscopy) to diagnose gastrointestinal disorders. Treatment Planning: Develop and implement treatment plans, which may include medications, lifestyle changes, dietary recommendations, or surgeries when necessary. Specialized Procedures: Perform advanced procedures like endoscopic examinations, biopsies, and interventions (e.g., ERCP, endoscopic ultrasound). Emergency Care: Provide immediate care for acute GI conditions such as gastrointestinal bleeding or bowel obstruction. Consultation and Referrals: Consultation: Offer expert advice and recommendations to other healthcare providers on complex cases related to gastrointestinal diseases. Referral Management: Refer patients to other specialists or surgical teams when surgery or further specialized treatment is required. Leadership and Teaching: Supervision: Supervise and guide junior doctors, medical residents, and other healthcare staff, providing mentorship and training in gastroenterology. Education: Deliver educational sessions, lectures, and workshops for medical students, residents, and other healthcare professionals. Clinical Research: Engage in clinical research, publish findings in medical journals, and contribute to advancements in the field of gastroenterology. Quality and Safety: Clinical Guidelines: Ensure that clinical practices adhere to national and international guidelines for gastroenterology. Patient Safety: Promote a culture of safety, ensuring that all medical procedures are performed correctly and safely. Quality Improvement: Participate in audits and quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient care outcomes. Multidisciplinary Collaboration: Teamwork: Work closely with surgeons, oncologists, radiologists, pathologists, and other specialists in a multidisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive patient care. Case Discussions: Participate in weekly or monthly multidisciplinary meetings for case discussions, treatment planning, and review of complex cases. Administrative Duties: Documentation: Maintain accurate and detailed patient records in accordance with healthcare regulations. Compliance: Ensure compliance with hospital policies, medical ethics, and legal requirements. Role & responsibilities Preferred candidate profile Perks and benefits