South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Consultant Gastroenterologist

The closing date is 07 December 2026

Job summary
South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Consultant Gastroenterologist to join our established and progressive Gastroenterology Directorate.

This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a highly regarded consultant team delivering comprehensive acute and elective gastroenterology services across the Tees Valley. The successful candidate will contribute to the ongoing development of specialist gastroenterology services, helping to deliver high-quality, patient-centred care within a modern and ambitious organisation.

Based primarily at The James Cook University Hospital, the post holder will also contribute to cross-site working at The Friarage Hospital, Northallerton, and other Trust locations as required.

We welcome applications from suitably qualified candidates from both within and outside the organisation.

Main duties of the job
You will join a team of 14 Consultant Gastroenterologists providing a comprehensive range of inpatient and outpatient gastroenterology services, including:

• Consultant-led acute gastroenterology care.
• A 24/7 emergency gastrointestinal bleeding service.
• Diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy.
• Specialist hepatology and nutrition services.
• Gastrointestinal cancer pathways.
• Multidisciplinary specialist care.

The successful candidate will:

• Provide high-quality inpatient and outpatient gastroenterology care.
• Participate in the Consultant Gastroenterology on-call rota, including emergency gastrointestinal bleeding services.
• Deliver diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy.
• Contribute to service development and quality improvement initiatives.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and clinical governance activities.
• Support and supervise junior medical staff, Clinical Fellows and Nurse Endoscopists.
• Contribute to teaching, training, audit and research activities within the Directorate.

About us
The successful candidate will be appointed under the current terms and conditions of service for NHS Consultants. Full consideration will be given to applicants who wish to apply for a reduced/part time contract.

Details
Date posted: 10 November 2026
Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade: Consultant
Salary: £113,565 to £150,569 a year per annum
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 328-DHUGS-MED-8357212

Job locations
The James Cook University Hospital, Marton Road, Middlesbrough, TS4 3BW, United Kingdom

Person Specification
Qualifications

• Essential: Full GMC Registration; MRCP or equivalent; Entry onto the GMC Specialist Register for Gastroenterology and G(I)M via CCT (proposed CCT date must be within 6 months of interview for StRs) or CESR or European Community Rights
• Desirable: Speciality Certificate in Gastroenterology; Training in appraisal techniques; Higher degree (MD, PhD or equivalent)

Knowledge and Skills

• Essential: Competent in the management of Gastroenterological and General Medical conditions

Experience

• Essential: Experience of supervising resident medical staff; Relevant experience in any declared specialist interest pertinent to the post

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.

UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details
Employer name: South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address: The James Cook University Hospital, Marton Road, Middlesbrough, TS4 3BW, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.southtees.nhs.uk/

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact: Clinical Director, Chris Wells, Chris.wells3@nhs.net, 01642617617

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