Consultant Gastroenterologist – Private Hospital

Consultant Gastroenterologist – Private Hospital Location: Somerset Job Type: Permanent (Full-Time or Part-Time considered) Salary: Competitive + excellent benefits Contract: Substantive role A well-established private hospital in Somerset is seeking an experienced Consultant Gastroenterologist to join its high-performing clinical team. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a modern, patient-focused environment delivering high-quality diagnostic and therapeutic gastroenterology services for NHS and private patients. The Role You will be responsible for delivering safe, effective and patient-centred gastroenterology care, with a strong focus on endoscopy and outpatient services. Key responsibilities include: * Delivering diagnostic and therapeutic upper and lower GI endoscopy * Running outpatient gastroenterology clinics * Working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team * Maintaining compliance with JAG, GRS and clinical governance standards * Participating in audit, quality improvement and service development * Supporting training and development within the endoscopy team Flexible working is available, including part-time options (2–3 days per week). The Ideal Candidate * GMC registered with a licence to practise * JAG accredited for independent endoscopy practice * Strong recent experience in gastroenterology and endoscopic procedures * Evidence of meeting JAG / GRS KPIs (e.g. colonoscopy completion rates) * Excellent communication and team-working skills * Commitment to clinical quality, CPD and governance What’s on Offer * Competitive consultant salary * Flexible job planning * High-quality facilities and supportive clinical teams * Strong focus on work-life balance * Ongoing professional development and CPD support