Job summary

This is a twelve-month post in Oncology, Respiratory and Gastroenterology without commitment to the out of hour on calls; there is the option to undertake locum shift at weekends and in the evenings. We would encourage applicants to get in touch prior to interview via our Deputy Medical Education Manager emma.clements5@nhs.net or the Physician Tutor Dr Tina Mehta tmehta@nhs.net.

This is a non-training post that provides excellent learning opportunities and can help to prepare candidates for primary qualifications in their chosen field. As well as the valuable clinical experience, protected time for weekly teaching, we provide self-development time to concentrate on quality improvement projects, research and other areas tailored to the individual's training requirements. All doctors, regardless of training status receive an educational supervisor and study budget.

Oncology August 2026 - December 2026

Respiratory December 2026 - April 2027

Gastroenterology April 2027 - August 2027

Main duties of the job

4 month posts in Oncology, Respiratory and Gastroenterology primarily ward based at CT1/2 level supporting foundation residents and medical nurse practitioners with inpatient care, under the supervision of middle grades and consultants with the option to undertake outpatient clinics and procedures.

About us

We are proud to be part of BSW Hospitals Group - a formal partnership between the Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust, Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust. With a combined workforce of over 17, 600 colleagues, and budget of 1.6 billion the Group is united by a common purpose to deliver the best possible care to over 1 million people.

We are creating a health and care system that works with the people we care for, reducing the differences people currently face in access, experience and outcomes, improving the experience of our colleagues and tackling shared challenges like sustainability and finances. Every improvement we make across our Group will be guided by what creates the greatest benefit for our colleagues, our patients, our communities and our partners.

By working together, we make a real difference for our patients, each other, and our community. Every role matters in delivering the exceptional, person-centred care we're proud of.

We're committed to a compassionate, inclusive culture where kindness is championed, differences are valued, and diversity makes us stronger.

We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential. We prioritise staff wellbeing - and yes, we even have a pool!

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