Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Locally Employed Doctor ST3+ in Gastroenterology
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3-Month Fixed Term Post – Gastroenterology Registrar
About the Role
An exellent opportunity has arisen to join the expanding patient-centred and supportive Gastroenterology department at Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. This is an exciting time to join a还是 team, supporting inpatient and outpatient transformation as part of a blended workforce while developing Luminal and Liver services. Our Gastroenterology and Liver service is one of the busiest in the UK, providing a broad range of diagnostic and therapeutic services for all gastroenterological conditions.
Our JAG-accredited, high-performance Endoscopy unit delivers ~15,000 procedures annually, acts as a spoke centre for the North-West Endoscopy Training Academy, and serves as the administrative hub for Bowel Cancer Screening in Lancashire.
This role offers exceptional training and experience in Gastroenterology, with opportunities to pursue a National Training Number (NTN) and subsequent careers in speciality. The Trust is an NIHR Patient Recruitment Centre, providing support for audit, quality improvement projects, and research in Gastroenterology.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the timely, safe, and high-quality delivery of Gastroenterology and Liver pathology services.
- Asist with the transformation and recovery of inpatient and outpatient Gastroenterology pathways.
- Provide Endoscopy training support during rotations, including:
- Up to 8-list Endoscopy training schedules tailored to trainee requirements.
- Participation in monthly Endoscopy trainee meetings with a dedicated training lead.
- Engage in a training-enhanced on-call commitment, enhanced by:
- Covering 7-day gastroenterology in-reach services.
- Providing Speciality reviews and ward rotations on a rotational basis.
- Undertake departmental administrative duties for the Gastroenterology and Endoscopy teams.
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Clinic & Endoscopy Experience
- Outstanding clinic schedules mirroring the Royal College of Physicians (RCP) template:
- Minimum 12-patient clinics (combination of new, fast-track, and follow-up referrals).
- Average consult time: 15–20 minutes per patient, escalating by up to 50% with senior registrar support.
- Study under Well-established Endoscopy trainers (including train-the-trainer-qualified teams).
Organisation Background
Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides high-quality tertiary care within a vibrant coastal region, supporting a population of 1.6 million from Lancashire’s local NHS and 18 million visitors annually.
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The Trust delivers:
- Hospital services (Blackpool Victoria and Clifton Hospitals).
- Specialised cardiac, haematology, and major surgical care.
- National and regional referral services including:
- The National Artificial Eye Service.
- Cardio-thoracic surgery and advanced Sleep Medicine.
Altogether, we lead care across Blackpool, Fylde, Wyre, and North Lancashire with over 445,000 monthly community health patient engagements.
Benefits & Support
- Enhanced training environment with high-visibility teaching and research opportunities.
- Integration with a resilient and forward-thinking ICS-led system.
- Diverse clinical experience (multi-hospital and community-based roles).
Contact for Enquiries
For further details or if you’d like to arrange an informal visit: Dr Rhys Owain Butcher Consultant Gastroenterologist & Head of Department 📧 Rhys.Butcher@nhs.net 📞 01253 953712
Alternatively, contact: Lisa Richmond (Directarlate Manager in General Surgery, Colorectal, Gastroenterology, Nutrition & Bowel Screening) 📧 lisa.richmond5@nhs.net 📞 01253 958131
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