Experienced Clinical Endoscopist (Visa Sponsorship Available)

Techwaka; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization seeks a qualified postholder for diagnostic and therapeutic Lower GI endoscopic procedures, including colonoscopy. This rewarding NHS role emphasizes patient care, autonomy, and opportunities for advancing clinical practice. Join a supportive culture where your contributions are recognized and valued.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Programme

Counselling service

Fast-track Physiotherapy service

Recognition Awards

Qualifications

• Competency in performing colonoscopy and flexible sigmoidoscopy.
• Accountable for advancing practice and engaging in audits via JETS.
• Must practice autonomously after preceptorship.

Responsibilities

• Deliver independent assessment and safe discharge of patients.
• Ensure utilization of opportunities to advance practice.
• Perform routine and urgent referrals for GI endoscopic procedures.

Skills

Clinical examination

Diagnosis

Clinical decision making

Prescribing

Education

JAG-recognised qualification for Lower GI endoscopy

Job description

The postholder will undertake training in order to be competent in the knowledge and skills necessary for the delivery of diagnostic & therapeutic Lower GI endoscopic procedures, namely colonoscopy and flexible sigmoidoscopy with associated therapeutic practices (biopsy, polypectomy, haemorrhoid therapy and tattooing).
On completion of the JAG-recognised qualification for Lower GI endoscopy and once deemed competent in associated procedural skills after a period of preceptorship, the post holder will practise autonomously. Delivering independent assessment, clinical examination, diagnosis, clinical decision making, prescribing and planning care and treatment and safe discharge of patients within a defined caseload inclusive of routine, urgent and straight-to-test referrals.
They will be accountable with support for ensuring all opportunities are utilised to advance practice, including audit of training via JETS (JAG Electronic Training System).

At HDFT we provide outstanding care to both our patients and our staff and we value Kindness, Integrity, Teamwork and Equality. If you're looking for an interesting and rewarding career in the NHS, where you can make a real difference to patients' lives, HDFT could be the place for you!

+ A supportive culture so colleagues can bring their whole selves to work.
+ Staff Recognition - as well as regular appraisals, we recognise achievements with our Making a Difference & Team of the Month Awards, along with annual Colleague Recognition Awards.
+ Employee Support and Wellbeing - we offer a wide range of staff benefits including an Employee Assistance Programme, counselling service and a fast-track Physiotherapy service.
Please note:
+ Due to high levels of interest, posts may close early if we reach a sufficient number of applications
+ Visa sponsorship is only available for certain roles. Please ensure the role you are interested in meets the criteria for a visa before submitting your application.
+ Please also be aware that the Trust does not offer relocation packages for Agenda for Change roles.
+ All job offers are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks.

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