Lead Clinical Nurse Endoscopist | Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust; Manchester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent NHS Trust in Manchester is seeking a Lead Clinical Nurse Endoscopist to provide clinical leadership and enhance patient outcomes. This role involves managing endoscopy services, leading quality initiatives, and implementing new healthcare technologies. Ideal candidates should have a strong nursing background, clinical leadership experience, and advanced endoscopy skills. Join a dynamic team dedicated to transforming healthcare and improving patient experiences.

Benefits

Diverse workplace

Support for professional development

Comprehensive healthcare benefits

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a clinical leadership role.
• Expertise in performing diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy.
• Ability to manage budgets and clinical operations efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership for Nurse Endoscopists.
• Manage clinical services and improve patient experience.
• Ensure compliance with JAG accreditation standards.

Skills

Dynamic leadership

Innovative thinking

Advanced endoscopy skills

Clinical governance

Budget management

Education

Registered Nurse qualification

Relevant post-graduate qualification

Job description

Overview

Are you dynamic, highly motivated and committed to improving patient outcomes and experience?

Applications are invited for the post of Lead Clinical Nurse Endoscopist at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (based at Trafford General/Manchester Royal Hospital but with cross site working).

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership for Nurse Endoscopist working across the Managed Single Service (MSS) within MFT. Responsible for the overall clinical leadership, governance and pathway development of the portfolio of Lead Clinical Nurse Endoscopist for MSS.
• Work with system partners and contribute locally and strategically to the redesign of Endoscopy Service across MSS, maximising capacity and patient experience.
• Manage a portfolio in which up to 50% of time may be spent in direct autonomous clinical practice, with clinical responsibility for a defined cohort of patients. Balance clinical support and strategic portfolio development in agreement with the Head of Nursing.
• Lead elements of JAG accreditation standards across all MSS endoscopy units, ensuring compliance and ongoing improvements in service delivery and patient experience.
• Undertake diagnostic and therapeutic upper and lower GI endoscopy using advanced and specialist skills as an independent autonomous practitioner, in accordance with defined protocols.
• Identify and implement new developments, treatments and technologies into clinical practice in line with MFT and local governance processes, including evaluation of changes in practice.
• Participate in the unit’s Global Rating Scale process and standards; develop services and assist with the achievement of JAG accreditation.
• Provide professional and clinical leadership and management support for substantive/trainee/ Nurse Endoscopist within the MSS.
• Hold a delegated budget as appropriate, supporting the operational clinical team in collaboration with the service lead to deliver cost efficiencies and ensure service delivery remains within allocated budgets.
• Ensure the delivery of high quality, clinically effective care, prioritising and utilising research and collaborating with colleagues in everyday practice.
• Work with HEIs, Endoscopy Academy and workforce development professionals to influence the development of pre- and post-graduate curriculum for all health professionals in relation to their specialist field.
• Participate in the implementation and delivery of the standards set within the MFT Nursing & Midwifery Strategy and contribute to the MFT strategic vision.
• Support the organisation’s broader aims, including contributions to the digital transformation, research and innovation efforts (e.g., Hive EPR system) and sustainability initiatives as applicable to the role.

About MFT and How We Work

MFT is one of the largest NHS Trusts in England with a turnover of over £3bn. We are creating an exceptional integrated health and social care system for the 1 million patients who rely on our services each year, bringing together 10 hospitals and community services across Manchester, Trafford and beyond. We champion collaborative working and transformation and encourage our 30,000 workforce to pursue ambitious goals. We are a digitally enabled organisation focused on improving clinical quality, patient and staff experience, operational effectiveness and driving research and innovation through the Hive electronic patient record system (launched September 2022).

We are a major academic Research Centre and Education provider, supporting high-quality research programmes. Our Green Plan outlines how MFT contributes to sustainable healthcare. We are committed to inclusion and equal opportunities, with a focus on fair, open and transparent career development while protecting health and wellbeing.

Application Information

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience needed, please refer to the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the “Supporting Documents” heading. Read the Candidate Essentials Guide for details about the Trust, our benefits and how we care for you as you care for others.

Diversity Matters: MFT is committed to equality of opportunity and values diversity. All individuals are encouraged to apply. If you have any special requirements to help with your application, email [e-mail].

Advert closes on Monday 13 Oct 2025.