Lead Endoscopy Practitioner

CHEC; Swindon; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday allowance

Leave trade

Refer a friend

Company pension

Sick pay

Life assurance

Bluelight Card

Training plan

Employee discounts

Gym membership

Cycle to work

Tech scheme

Health cash plan

Job summary

CHEC is expanding its endoscopy services in the UK and seeks an Endoscopy Lead Practitioner to support the hospital manager. You will guide the team, ensure governance, and uphold high standards of care while contributing to JAG accreditation efforts.

The role requires leadership, at least 1 year in endoscopy, and registration with NMC/HCPC. A full-time 37.5-hour week with weekend coverage supports CHEC’s growth plans and public health service delivery.

Qualifications

• Registered practitioner with regulatory body (NMC/HCPC).
• Experience in endoscopy service management.
• Educated to degree level or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Support hospital management to ensure high governance and clinical standards in Endoscopy.
• Lead and motivate the endoscopy team in day-to-day operations.
• Ensure equipment and resources are available for sessions and maintenance of traceability.

Skills

Endoscopy leadership

Team management

Patient safety

Communication

Training & development

Education

NMC/HCPC registration

Degree or equivalent

Tools

JAG accreditation

Job description

This is a full-time role for 37.5 hours a week. You will be required to cover variable days and weekends to meet business needs.

Tier 2 visa sponsorship available.

We are always looking for great talent to join our team and help achieve our ambitious goals and growth. We care about our people, and we care about the future of community health and how CHEC can play an innovative part in making this great, with your help.

We are on an exciting journey in expanding our services into Endoscopy. Our services will include gastroscopy, flexible sigmoidoscopy, colonoscopy, and haemorrhoidal banding.

Are you an Endoscopy Lead Practitioner or an experienced Endoscopy Practitioner ready to take on a lead role? If yes, then CHEC is your employer of choice! We have an exciting opportunity for an Endoscopy Lead Practitioner to join us on a permanent basis as we continue to expand throughout the UK.

About The Role

The role will be to support the hospital manager in the effective management of the Endoscopy Department ensuring the day-to-day operation reflects the highest standard of governance, clinical effectiveness, and standards of care.

You will use your advanced knowledge and experience to guide and support their team whilst actively being involved in the delivery of patient care.

You will contribute significantly to the delivery of CHEC’s endoscopy strategy, ensuring JAG accreditation is supported.

We Are Looking For Someone Who Can

• Support in the management of the endoscopy service, ensuring that the highest quality of patient centred care is delivered
• Plan and provide quality care across the whole endoscopy patient pathway
• Provide a safe environment and act on any discrepancies or issues that may affect patient safety
• Provide specialist advice and support when required
• Ensure equipment and recourses are available for upcoming endoscopy sessions
• Participate in the care and decontamination of endoscopes. Including accurate records of traceability of the endoscopes and accessories
• Provide day to day management and motivation to all staff
• Maintaining good communication within the department and keep staff informed of all relevant hospital information and changes

To Be Successful In This Role You Will Need

• Registered practitioner with the NMC or HCPC
• At least 1-year previous experience as registered practitioner or equivalent in Endoscopy service
• Experience with JAG accreditation
• Passion for high quality patient safety and care
• Educated to degree level or equivalent level of experience
• Previous management or team leader experience

Why work for us?

• 25 days holidays plus bank holidays
• Buy and sell annual leave scheme
• Refer a friend scheme
• Company pension
• Company sick pay scheme
• Life assurance scheme
• Bluelight Card- 100’s of discount and cashback options
• Performance review with a training and development plan
• Employee discounts portal
• Gym membership
• Cycle to work scheme
• Tech scheme
• MediCash - Health cash plan