Clinical Endoscopist

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board; Penrhos Garnedd; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

BCUHB North Wales is seeking an experienced Clinical Endoscopist to join a multidisciplinary team and lead with advanced endoscopy practice. The post requires JAG accreditation and evidence of a portfolio, with independent practice across upper and lower GI procedures and nurse-led clinics for ongoing care.

The role includes 7-day working as the department expands, and a commitment to ongoing professional development within a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Fully trained, independent and JAG accredited Clinical Endoscopist.
• Evidence of a JAG portfolio and certificate is required.
• Masters degree in the relevant field or commitment to completing within 3 years.

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 consultant support.
• Demonstrate advanced clinical judgment and communicate findings to patients for appropriate management.

Skills

JAG accredited

Endoscopy expertise

Clinical leadership

Advanced practitioner

Education

Masters degree in relevant field

Job description

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., 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.

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.

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