Gastrointestinal Surgeon and Endoscopist at The African Medical Centre of Excellence (AMCE)

Job Purpose

• The Gastrointestinal Surgeon and Endoscopist will lead the diagnosis, surgical treatment, and endoscopic management of complex gastrointestinal diseases. The role encompasses the management of GI conditions affecting the oesophagus, stomach, intestines, colon, liver, pancreas, and biliary system, including colorectal cancer, inflammatory bowel disease, and GI bleeding.
• The role holder will combine clinical excellence in surgical and endoscopic procedures with leadership and strategic development of the GI services. This includes participating in multidisciplinary care pathways, promoting best practices, and mentoring future clinical leaders.

Key Accountabilities/Responsibilities

Clinical and Surgical Practice

• Perform a wide range of GI surgeries, including minimally invasive, laparoscopic, and open procedures.
• Conduct advanced diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy, including colonoscopy, sigmoidoscopy, and upper GI endoscopy.
• Manage patients across all stages of the surgical journey—preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative care.
• Deliver expert consultations on complex GI conditions for internal and referred cases.
• Lead multidisciplinary case reviews, particularly GI cancer pathways.

Leadership and Team Development

• Lead a multidisciplinary team including surgeons, gastroenterologists, anaesthetists, endoscopy nurses, and allied health professionals.
• Mentor junior doctors, surgical trainees, and medical students in clinical, surgical, and procedural skills.
• Develop protocols and guidelines to support evidence-based GI surgery and endoscopy practices.
• Promote a culture of safety, innovation, and excellence across surgical teams.

Strategic and Service Development

• Design and implement strategies to expand the scope and efficiency of GI services.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to align surgical services with AMCE’s long-term objectives.
• Drive innovation in surgical care, technology integration, and research participation.
• Improve patient access, streamline referral pathways, and reduce procedural wait times.

Governance, Quality, and Compliance

• Ensure all surgical and endoscopic practices comply with local and international regulatory standards.
• Lead quality assurance, audits, and clinical performance reviews.
• Participate in hospital governance committees and risk management planning.
• Develop frameworks for clinical safety and outcome monitoring.

Organizational Responsibilities

• Report directly to the Clinical Director of General Medical & Surgical Services.
• Represent the GI department in strategic initiatives and hospital-wide projects.
• Participate in national and international conferences and networks to promote AMCE’s services and innovations.

Qualifications

• Medical degree (MBBS, MD, DO or equivalent) from an accredited institution
• Completion of residency/fellowship in General or Gastrointestinal Surgery
• Board certification or eligibility in General or GI Surgery from a recognized body
• Valid medical license in home country and eligibility for MDCN registration
• Certification in advanced endoscopic techniques

Experience

• Minimum 5 years’ experience post-consultant appointment in GI surgery.
• Expertise in open, laparoscopic, and advanced endoscopic GI procedures.
• Experience in high-volume surgical units and multidisciplinary team settings.
• Demonstrated leadership in training, research, or service development.
• Familiarity with working in resource-limited or transitional healthcare environments.