Advanced/Enhanced Clinical Fellow in Endoscopy

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust is offering a prestigious 12-month Fellowship in Advanced Endoscopy. This role is ideally suited for a Gastroenterologist nearing the completion of their specialist training (ST6/ST7) or seeking an Out of Programme Experience (OOPE) to sub-specialise.

With 11 procedure rooms across three sites—including the state-of-the-art Heatherwood Hospital, recently accredited by the GIRFT programme—this post provides an exceptional volume of complex cases and high-caliber mentorship.

Core Requirements and Skills

Professional Registration: Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice.
Qualifications: MBBS (or equivalent), MRCP, and JAG accreditation in OGD (Essential).
Clinical Expertise: Competence in diagnostic upper GI endoscopy, flexible sigmoidoscopy, and colonoscopy. JAG accreditation in colonoscopy is highly desirable.
UK Experience: Previous experience working within the NHS to offer clinical opinions on a range of Gastroenterology problems.
Academic Interest: A clear interest in audit, research, and leadership, with an emphasis on contributing to the department’s JAG-accredited training goals.

Fellowship & Training Opportunities

This post is designed to move a senior trainee toward independent practice in advanced therapeutic techniques. Training opportunities include:

Upper GI: Oesophageal RFA (HALO), Upper GI EMR, and single balloon enteroscopy.
Lower GI: Colonic EMR, complex dilatations, and full-thickness resection.
Diagnostics: Capsule endoscopy.
Training Role: Contribution to the delivery of departmental JAG courses and teaching junior trainees.

Weekly Session Allocation (The “10-Session” Week)

The post-holder will follow a balanced timetable focused on both service delivery and advanced skill acquisition:

Session Type	Number of Sessions	Focus Areas
Service Lists	4 Sessions	General endoscopy backfill (including 1 inpatient list).
Training Lists	2 Sessions	Advanced Endoscopy, tailored to individual needs.
Triage	2 Sessions	Endoscopy and Gastroenterology referral triage.
Audit/Project	1 Session	Quality improvement and research activity.
Admin	1 Session	Patient follow-up and clerical duties.

Why Frimley Health?

Frimley Health is a “Gold Award” Armed Forces employer and a leader in endoscopy excellence.

Salary: £73,992 per annum.
Balance: No general medical on-call duties and no fixed ward commitments.
Acute Exposure: Potential to join the GI bleed on-call rota for experience in acute haemostasis.
Inclusion: Committed to flexible working patterns and disability confidence.
Location: Primary site in Frimley/Camberley, with rotations to Morecambe and Heatherwood.

Vital Information

Contract: 12-Month Fixed Term.
Sponsorship: Skilled Worker sponsorship applications are welcome.
DBS: Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check required.
Reference: 151-WPHECF-01.
Closing Strategy: The Trust reserves the right to close the vacancy early if high volumes of applications are received.

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