Clinical Endoscopist

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board; Wrexham; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (North Wales) is seeking a Clinical Endoscopist to join our advanced endoscopy team to perform diagnostic OGDs, Colonoscopy and Flexible Sigmoidoscopy, and to lead nurse-led clinics for patients with GI symptoms.

The post requires extensive endoscopy experience with JAG accreditation preferred. Welsh language ability is desirable; applicants comfortable with Welsh or English are welcome.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic Upper Oesophago-gastro-duodenoscopies (OGD), Colonoscopy and Flexible Sigmoidoscopy on sedated and non-sedated patients; manage own caseload via nurse-led clinics.
• Demonstrate advanced clinical judgement and plan patient management; reflect standards and targets of BSG, JAG and GRS.

Skills

Experience with endoscopy procedures

Ability to work in a multidisciplinary

Welsh language ability (desirable)

Education

NMC/HCPC registration

Masters level education in advanced practice/endoscopy

JAG accredited endoscopist

Independent prescriber (within 18 months)

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.

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 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.

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

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents.

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