Job Summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen at the University Hospital of North Midlands to join the team of Gastroenterology Consultants working at our Royal Stoke and County sites. We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic individual with a hepatology interest to provide care and diagnostic services for patients presenting with gastroenterological illnesses.

Main Duties of the Job
The Gastroenterology Department is the regional centre for Upper GI Cancer, including Hepatobiliary and Colorectal Cancer, as well as non-transplant Hepatology. The Department consists of 1 Gastroenterology Ward with 36 inpatient beds and there are 2 JAG accredited Endoscopy departments across Royal Stoke and County sites comprising of 10 scoping rooms in total, offering a range of diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy. The successful postholder will be expected to deliver a comprehensive inpatient and outpatient service; there is an opportunity to discuss the exact job plan and any specialist interests, and where possible these will be accommodated. A Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) in Gastroenterology and General Medicine is required.

About Us
University Hospitals of North Midlands has two sites: Royal Stoke University Hospital, located in Stoke-on-Trent, and County Hospital, located in Stafford. From these hospitals we provide a full range of general acute hospital services for people living in and around Staffordshire and beyond. The Trust also provides specialised services for three million people in a wider area, including neighbouring counties and North Wales. Our specialised services include cancer diagnosis and treatment, cardiothoracic surgery, neurosurgery, renal and dialysis services, neonatal intensive care and paediatric intensive care. We are recognised for our particular expertise in trauma, respiratory conditions, spinal surgery, upper gastro-intestinal surgery, complex orthopaedic surgery, laparoscopic surgery and the management of liver conditions. The Trust has some of the most modern operating theatres in Europe. Flexible working requests will be considered.

Details
Date posted: 03 July 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: 205-7816898-A
Job locations: University Hospitals North Midlands, Royal Stoke University Hospital, Stoke on Trent, ST4 6QG, United Kingdom

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• Entry on Specialist Register in General Medicine and Gastroenterology (or entry expected within 6 months from the date of interview)
• MRCP or equivalent
• Full GMC Registration

Desirable

• A higher degree (e.g. MD or PhD)
• Experience and interest in specialised aspects of gastroenterology to complement colleagues
• Higher training in a dedicated Gastroenterology specialty training scheme.

Clinical experience and training
Essential

• Clinical training and experience equivalent to that required for gaining entry on the General Medical Council (GMC) Specialist Register via one of the following: a. Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) (the proposed CCT date must be within 6 months of the interview) b. Certificate of Eligibility for Specialist Registration (CESR) c. European Community Rights
• Ability to offer expert clinical opinion in a range of problems within specialty
• Skills and independent competence in diagnostic and therapeutic upper GI endoscopy
• Ability to take full and independent responsibility for the care of patients

Desirable

• Skills and independent competence in diagnostic and therapeutic colonoscopy

Professional and Multidisciplinary Team Working
Essential

• Experience in attending MDT providing expert opinions and suggestions to colleagues from other specialties
• Ability to work effectively with colleagues and within a team

Academic Achievements, Research, Publications
Essential

• Interest in and willingness to develop teaching abilities and activities.
• Experience of conducting Clinical audit

Desirable

• Experience in teaching particularly of undergraduates
• Research/publications in general or specialist area

Management and Administrative Experience
Essential

• Good leadership skills, communication and interpersonal skills

Desirable

• Evidence of leadership
• Evidence of implementing change within a department /service

Personal Attributes
Essential

• Ability to work under pressure, and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Ability to work flexibly

Desirable

• Calm under pressure

Personal Circumstances
Essential

• Ability and means to meet the travel requirements of the post
• Residence within 20 miles of base (return to base within 30 minutes if required)
• To be accessible by telephone for on call duties

Employer Details
Employer name: University Hospital of North Midlands NHS Trust
Address: University Hospitals North Midlands, Royal Stoke University Hospital, Stoke on Trent, ST4 6QG, United Kingdom
Employer's website: Apply through our website

Employer Contact Details
For questions about the job, contact:
Clinical Lead: Dr Sohail Ashraf
Email: sohail.ashraf@uhnm.nhs.uk
Phone: 01782674637

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.

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.

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