What type of work to expect and learning opportunities:
You will be part of a large team- – 4 Consultants, 5 Middle Grades, 3 SHOs and 3 FY1s.
We look after a wide range of acute and chronic gastrointestinal disorders as well as general medical conditions. Although mainly ward based, as the team has expanded, we will be able to offer clinic exposure and the opportunity to experience the work of the endoscopy department. We have a regular weekly departmental teaching session, as well as MDTs which provide valuable learning opportunities.
Your Main Duties:
To assist in the day to day care of 24 Gastroenterology and general medical patients.
Your typical working pattern in this placement could be:
Monday
Consultant
Tuesday
Middle Grade Ward Round Ward Work
Wednesday
Ward Work
Clinic
(supernumery)
Thursday
Consultant Ward Round
Friday
Ward Work
Endoscopy
It is important to note that this description is a typical example of your placement and may be subject to change.