Endoscopy Trainee: GI Procedures & Clinical Training

East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust is recruiting a Registered Nurse to train as a Clinical Endoscopist within the Endoscopy service. The post involves working across Burnley General Teaching Hospital and other ELHT sites, providing endoscopy support and backfill for cancelled lists, with day/evening/weekend sessions.

You will complete a recognised Clinical Endoscopist training programme with supervised practice, progressing to independent work and contributing to governance, audit and service

Qualifications

• Must be registered as a General Nurse with the NMC and hold Part 1 registration.
• Good communication, problem solving and decision making skills.
• Knowledge of JAG / CQC regulations and infection prevention.

Responsibilities

• Train to undertake upper or lower GI endoscopy procedures under supervision, progressing to independent practice following completion of the recognised Clinical Endoscopist training programme.
• Deliver safe, high-quality endoscopy care across ELHT sites, including Burnley General Teaching Hospital and other Trust locations as required.
• Participate in backfilling cancelled endoscopy lists and support flexible service delivery across daytime, evening and weekend sessions.
• Develop and implement treatment plans, request and interpret investigations, and contribute to timely patient assessment and management within scope of practice.
• Provide clear, balanced explanations of procedures, risks and benefits, and obtain informed consent in line with Trust policy.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation, including endoscopy reports, audit data and electronic records.
• Contribute to Clinical Endoscopist-led services, service transformation projects and pathway improvement across the gastroenterology and endoscopy service.
• Support the development, implementation and evaluation of evidence-based clinical guidelines, standards and audit tools.
• Participate in audit, research and quality assurance activities to support JAG standards and continuous improvement.
• Promote a culture of innovation, safety and high-quality patient experience across the endoscopy service.
• Act as a positive role model, demonstrating high standards of patient-centred care and professional behaviour.
• Engage in clinical supervision, annual appraisal and ongoing professional development, including progression towards Independent Prescribing where applicable.
• Support the multidisciplinary team by sharing specialist knowledge, contributing to staff development and promoting lifelong learning.
• Assist in the delivery of training, study days and competency assessment for endoscopy staff and learners.
• Establish effective communication with patients, carers and the multidisciplinary team, including handling sensitive or complex information with empathy.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across ELHT to ensure integrated, safe and efficient service delivery.
• Support the dissemination of good practice and contribute to a positive, open learning culture.
• Adhere to Trust policies, national standards and regulatory requirements, including safeguarding, infection prevention and health & safety.
• Ensure safe use of endoscopy equipment and report any issues or risks promptly.
• Maintain compliance with mandatory training and contribute to the Trust's clinical governance framework.

Skills

NMC Registration

Endoscopy knowledge

Communication skills

ALS certificate

Clinical leadership

Problem solving

Decision making

Education

NMC Registered General Nurse (Part 1)

Job description

East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust is recruiting a Registered Nurse to train as a Clinical Endoscopist within the Endoscopy service. The post involves working across Burnley General Teaching Hospital and other ELHT sites, providing endoscopy support and backfill for cancelled lists, with day/evening/weekend sessions.

You will complete a recognised Clinical Endoscopist training programme with supervised practice, progressing to independent work and contributing to governance, audit and service