Band 8a - Nurse Endoscopist, Endoscopy | West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

West Hertfordshire Hospitals NHS Trust; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Hemel Hempstead is seeking a dedicated Nurse Endoscopist to perform endoscopic procedures and support nurse-led clinics. This full-time role offers developmental potential from band 7 to band 8a and is part of an expanding JAG-accredited service. Candidates should possess relevant accreditation and experience. Flexible working options are available to enhance work-life balance.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Staff wellbeing initiatives

Qualifications

• Must have JAG accreditation in colonoscopy.
• Experience in Endoscopy, Gastroenterology, or Colorectal nursing.
• Proven ability to assess and diagnose patients.

Responsibilities

• Carry out diagnostic, therapeutic and surveillance endoscopic procedures.
• Provide cover for nurse-led clinics.
• Support the Endoscopy Management Team in developing the service.

Skills

Established Nurse Endoscopist

Ability to work independently

Commitment to JAG-accredited service

Education

JAG accreditation in colonoscopy

Background in Endoscopy or Gastroenterology nursing

Job description

Overview

This full-time position is 37.5 hours per week with flexible working Monday – Friday, 8:00am to 6:00pm. Band 8a for a fully JAG accredited Nurse Endoscopist independent in colonoscopy. JAG accreditation in gastroscopy is desirable but not essential. The successful candidate will carry out diagnostic and surveillance endoscopic procedures as well as cover nurse-led clinics. This post may be considered as a developmental post starting at band 7 with progression to band 8a once the necessary knowledge, skills and accreditation are obtained. The Endoscopy service in West Herts comprises six state-of-the-art Endoscopy rooms across two sites (Watford General Hospital and Hemel Hempstead Hospital), both fully JAG accredited. We have a well-established team of Nurse Endoscopists who work closely with Gastroenterology Consultants and the wider MDT to deliver a range of services.

Responsibilities

• Carry out diagnostic, therapeutic and surveillance endoscopic procedures.
• Provide cover for nurse-led clinics.
• Assess, diagnose, treat and prescribe care plans for patients using advanced clinical skills.
• Administer conscious sedation/local anaesthesia within agreed protocols (in line with the Nurse Prescribers course).
• Interpret screening and diagnostic laboratory tests, evaluate results and revise the care plan where appropriate, consulting or referring when needed.
• Support the Endoscopy Management Team in developing the service and implementing improvements to support the patient pathway and Trust directives for endoscopy services.

Qualifications and Experience

• Established Nurse Endoscopist with a forward-thinking, motivated approach and commitment to joining an expanding JAG-accredited Endoscopy service.
• Background in Endoscopy, Gastroenterology or Colorectal nursing.
• JAG accreditation in colonoscopy (and desirably gastroscopy).
• Ability to work independently in endoscopy settings and in nurse-led clinics.

Development and Work Environment

This role offers development potential, with progression from band 7 to band 8a once required knowledge, skills and accreditation are obtained. The service is expanding with a new hospital planned for Watford and theatre updates at St Albans City Hospital. We are building on the success of our award-winning virtual hospital and continuing to innovate with digital healthcare. Staff wellbeing and development are priorities, and the Trust values are empowerment, compassion, professionalism and inclusivity. Flexible working options are available to support work-life balance.

Additional Information

www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk/flexibleworking

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Advert Closing

This advert closes on Sunday 5 Oct 2025.