Clinical Endoscopist

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board; Bangor; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales is seeking a highly capable Clinical Endoscopist to join its expanding endoscopy service. The post requires independent, JAG-accredited practice with upper and lower GI endoscopy, and a plan to complete a Masters if not already held.

You will work in a multidisciplinary team, contribute to a national JAG training centre, and support ongoing staff development while delivering high-quality patient care across 7 days.

Qualifications

• Masters level education in advanced practice and/or endoscopy.
• JAG accredited endoscopist with independent practice.
• Independent prescriber to be achieved within 18 months of commencing post.
• Registered healthcare professional (NMC or HCPC registration or other relevant registration).

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic Upper Oesophageal-gastro-duodenoscopies (OGD), Colonoscopy and Flexible Sigmoidoscopy on sedated and non-sedated patients.
• Manage own caseload of patients through nurse-led clinics for GI symptoms with support from Consultants.
• Demonstrate advanced clinical judgement, discretion and decision making.
• Diagnose benign and malignant GI conditions and discuss findings with patients and plan management.
• Reflect standards set by professional bodies (BSG, JAG, GRS) in care programmes.

Education

Masters level education in advanced practice and/or endoscopy

JAG accredited endoscopist

Independent prescriber (to be achieved within 18 months)

Registered healthcare professional (NMC/HCPC)

Job description

Job Overview

A vacancy has arisen for a Clinical Endoscopist to work within BCUHB North Wales. If you are looking for a new challenge in a job that will stretch and develop your clinical nursing, extended skills management and communication skills, then consider joining our highly motivated and dynamic team.

Preferably, we are seeking an experienced, well-qualified person to join our multidisciplinary team. Requirements are for a fully trained, independent and JAG accredited Clinical Endoscopist. With independent, competent practice in lower and upper GI procedures. We would require evidence of a JAG portfolio and certificate. With a Masters in the relevant field or committed to completing a Masters Degree in the next 3 years. Opportunities for personal and professional development exist within the organisation.

We are reintroducing our JAG national training centre on one of our sites, one of only two across Wales. We are committed to developing our staff through the appraisal system and aim to provide a personal educational plan for all staff. We are friendly and offer a supportive working environment. We have strong Consultant mentoring of the developing Clinical Endoscopist role.

You will need an enthusiastic attitude towards new ways of working and be committed to providing the highest standards of care. The post includes 7 day working as the department progresses and expands.

Main duties of the job

The Post holder will:

• Work independently and unsupervised as an expert Advanced Practitioner in performing diagnostic Upper Oesophageal-gastro-duodenoscopies (OGD), Colonoscopy and Flexible Sigmoidoscopy on sedated and non sedated patients, and where applicable manage own caseload of patients through new and follow-up nurse-led clinics for patients presenting with gastrointestinal symptoms, with support from Gastroenterology Consultants.
• Exercise and demonstrate advanced levels of clinical judgement, discretion and clinical decision making.
• Be responsible for diagnosing benign and malignant gastrointestinal conditions and discussing the findings of such examinations with the patients and for planning appropriate patient management.
• Be a highly experienced specialist advanced practitioner, with expert knowledge and skills in the field of Endoscopy Services, undertaking holistic assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care and will reflect the standards and targets laid down by the British Society of Gastroenterology, Joint Advisory Group and GRS.

Applicants who have commenced their endoscopy training or qualify to apply for the training will be considered. Those appointed prior to completion of the required training will be appointed on an Annex 21 salary in accordance with NHS terms and conditions, until the relevant training requirements have been successfully completed.

Working for our organisation

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales. Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme.

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential criteria

• Registered healthcare professional: e.g., NMC or HCPC registration (or other relevant registration e.g., PAMVR)
• Masters level education in advanced practice and/or endoscopy.
• JAG accredited endoscopist.
• Independent prescriber (to be achieved within 18 months of commencing post)

Desirable criteria

• Mentoring / Teaching Qualification
• JAG Train-the-Trainer course completed
• Non-medical radiology referral certification (working towards)
• Member of JAG ENDO faculty

Experience

Essential criteria

• Overall understanding / nursing knowledge of gastrointestinal and colorectal nursing
• Evidence of professional/service development
• Sound experience of working within the endoscopy environment as a senior clinician
• Experience of JAG/GRS implementation
• Ability to prioritise workload and direct colleagues
• Ability to manage time effectively
• Ability to work within a large multidisciplinary team
• Ability to adapt to a changing working environment
• Confident IT skills.

Desirable criteria

• Experience working as a JAG accredited endoscopist

Aptitude And Abilities

Essential criteria

• Ability to cope with patients under extreme stress, both from clinical and social circumstances

Desirable criteria

• Ability to speak Welsh