Bank Endoscopy Practitioner

NHS; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider as an Endoscopy Practitioner, contributing to patient care and the expansion of services across the UK. This role involves working closely with the Endoscopy Nurse and ensuring high-quality patient experiences. Ideal candidates will have experience in Endoscopy and a commitment to safety and care.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience as a registered practitioner in Endoscopy.
• Registered with the NMC or HCPC.

Responsibilities

• Complete clinical tasks, including supervising and training others.
• Provide compassionate patient care with excellent communication skills.
• Participate in CQC and JAG accreditation.

Skills

Communication

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Education

Degree or Equivalent

Job description

We are always looking for great talent to join our team and help achieve our ambitious goals and growth. We care about our people, and we care about the future of eye health and how CHEC can play an innovative part in making this great, with your help.

Expansion into Endoscopy Services

We are on an exciting journey to expand our services into Endoscopy, including gastroscopy, flexible sigmoidoscopy, colonoscopy, and haemorrhoidal banding. We are seeking flexible Endoscopy Practitioners to join our bank as we continue to expand throughout the UK.

Main Duties

The role involves working under the supervision of the Endoscopy Nurse in Charge to provide the best possible experience for patients. Responsibilities include participating in the entire patient pathway from pre-admission to procedure, recovery, and discharge. EPs contribute to the safe and effective functioning of their unit and support accreditation activities such as CQC and JAG GRS.

About Us

Since 2012, CHEC has collaborated with the NHS to increase patient choice and improve access to ophthalmology and gastroenterology care. Our nationwide community hospitals and clinics operate within a hub-and-spoke model, offering patients essential procedures and aiming for excellent clinical outcomes. We are expanding our services across England, including ENT and Dermatology. CHEC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, adhering to all safeguarding policies. Recruitment includes checks in line with NHS standards, and successful applicants may require an Enhanced Disclosure via the DBS.

Job Responsibilities

• Complete clinical tasks, including supervising and training others.
• Perform site intravenous access for sedation when competent.
• Contribute to efficient endoscopy list management following CHEC SOPs and policies.
• Prepare clinical areas for procedures daily.
• Participate in CQC and JAG accreditation and ongoing competency training through the JETs framework.
• Provide compassionate patient care with excellent communication skills.
• Pay attention to detail, demonstrate eagerness to learn, and work well in a team.

Person Specification

Experience

• Registered with the NMC or HCPC.
• At least 1 year of experience as a registered practitioner or equivalent in Endoscopy.
• Experience with JAG accreditation.
• Committed to high-quality patient safety and care.
• Educated to degree level or equivalent.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This position is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A Disclosure check via the DBS will be required to check for any criminal convictions.