Bank Endoscopy Practitioner

NHS; Coventry; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking flexible Endoscopy Practitioners to join their bank staff across the UK. This role offers flexible shifts and involves supporting endoscopy services, ensuring excellent patient care, and participating in accreditation processes. Ideal candidates will be registered practitioners with experience in endoscopy and a commitment to high-quality patient safety.

Qualifications

• Registered practitioner with the NMC or HCPC.
• Minimum of 1-year experience in endoscopy or similar clinical setting.
• Experience with JAG accreditation processes.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of endoscopy services under the supervision of the Endoscopy Nurse in Charge.
• Participate in the entire patient pathway from pre-admission to discharge.
• Contribute to the safe operation of the endoscopy unit.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

Degree level education or equivalent experience

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.

About us

Since 2012, CHEC has been working with the NHS to increase patient choice and provide better access to exceptional, timely, locally-based ophthalmology and gastroenterology care free at the point of care. CHEC has a nationwide portfolio of community hospitals and clinics operating in a unique hub-and-spoke model. We are proud to have a role alongside colleagues in the NHS, offering patients the choice of access to essential procedures and helping achieve the best possible clinical outcomes. We continue to expand our community-based healthcare services across England, including ENT and Dermatology services.

Position Overview

We are seeking flexible Endoscopy Practitioners to join our bank staff as we expand throughout the UK. This role offers the opportunity to take control of your rota with flexible shifts that suit your schedule. The primary responsibilities include supporting the delivery of endoscopy services such as gastroscopy, flexible sigmoidoscopy, colonoscopy, and haemorrhoidal banding, under the supervision of the Endoscopy Nurse in Charge.

Main duties of the job

1. Work as part of a team under the guidance of the Endoscopy Nurse in Charge to provide excellent patient care.
2. Participate in the entire patient pathway from pre-admission to procedure, recovery, and discharge.
3. Contribute to the safe and effective operation of the endoscopy unit and support CQC and JAG accreditation activities.

Job responsibilities

• Perform clinical tasks and assist in training others as appropriate.
• Carry out site intravenous access for patients requesting sedation, when competent.
• Ensure smooth and efficient endoscopy list flow in accordance with CHEC Endoscopy SOPs and policies.
• Prepare clinical areas daily for procedures.
• Participate in accreditation and ongoing training requirements.
• Maintain a passion for patient care, demonstrating compassion and excellent communication skills.
• Pay attention to detail and demonstrate eagerness to learn.
• Exhibit good listening skills and logical thinking.
• Work effectively within a team.

Person Specification

Experience

• Registered practitioner with the NMC or HCPC.
• Minimum of 1-year experience in endoscopy or similar clinical setting.
• Experience with JAG accreditation processes.
• Committed to high-quality patient safety and care.
• Educated to degree level or equivalent experience.

Other requirements

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. Successful applicants will need to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check in accordance with NHS standards.