Nurse Hysteroscopist

Barts Health NHS Trust; London; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Barts Health NHS Trust is looking for a Nurse Hysteroscopist to join their Gynae-oncology team. The role involves providing diagnostic and therapeutic management for women with suspected gynecological malignancies, alongside educational and research responsibilities. The successful candidate will benefit from comprehensive training and development opportunities within a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Qualified Nurse Hysteroscopist (BGSE accredited).
• Band 7 experience in gynecology or oncology.
• Experience in clinical research and audits.

Responsibilities

• Provide diagnostic hysteroscopy and therapeutic management.
• Offer nurse-led services for women with suspected gynecological malignancy.
• Work with multidisciplinary team for enhancing gynecological services.

Skills

Proficiency in pelvic ultrasound

Teaching and education qualification

Non-Medical Prescribing

Education

Registered Nurse, degree level

Degree in Nursing and/or Cancer Care

Working towards or possessing a Master’s degree

Advanced Nurse Practitioner Master’s or equivalent

Physical Assessment Course

Job description

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Are you ready to join the Gynae-oncology team at Barts Health, one of the largest NHS Trusts in the UK and a leading healthcare provider? The successful candidate will benefit from being part of a dynamic Gynae-oncology and surgical team, with access to comprehensive training and development opportunities.

We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic clinical nurse specialist to join our Gynae oncology Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) team as a qualified full-time Nurse Hysteroscopist.

Barts Health, serving 2.5 million people across east London, aims to become an outstanding healthcare organization, delivering high-quality, compassionate care. We are committed to recruiting staff who embody our vision of Changing Lives and demonstrate behaviors that make Barts Health a great place for patients, families, and staff.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will provide diagnostic hysteroscopy and therapeutic management to women with suspected gynecological malignancy and must be an accredited hysteroscopist with the British Society of Gynaecological Endoscopy (BGSE).

They will offer an autonomous, nurse-led service for women referred under the gynaecological suspected cancer pathway, particularly for postmenopausal bleeding and other menstrual issues requiring hysteroscopic examination.

The role also includes educational and research responsibilities, working with the multidisciplinary team to enhance gynecological services, aligning with clinical governance and policy standards.

The post requires a competent nurse hysteroscopist capable of providing expert care, ensuring safe clinical practice, and maintaining confidentiality in accordance with NMC standards, Trust policies, and Department of Health guidelines.

Working for our organization

Barts Health is a leading NHS trust, committed to excellence and innovation, providing safe, harm-free, and compassionate care. We value our staff, promote inclusion, and strive to be an outstanding place to work, guided by our WeCare values.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

The full job description and person specification, including required qualifications, skills, and experience, are available in the attached documents.

Person specification

Qualifications

• Qualified Nurse Hysteroscopist (BGSE accredited)
• Registered Nurse, degree level
• Degree in Nursing and/or Cancer Care
• Working towards or possessing a Master’s degree in relevant fields
• Proficient in Mirena IUS insertion and willing to be trained
• Advanced Nurse Practitioner Master’s or equivalent
• Teaching and education qualification
• Proficiency in pelvic ultrasound
• Non-Medical Prescribing qualification
• Physical Assessment Course

Experience

• Band 7 experience in gynecology or oncology
• Providing care for women with menstrual disorders or suspected gynecological cancer
• Managing referrals and following protocols from trusted authorities
• Experience in clinical research and audits

Knowledge

• Understanding of the Faster Diagnosis System (FDS) for cancer services
• Knowledge of women’s health and female pelvic anatomy
• Clinical skills in gynecological cancer treatments, menstrual disorders, and benign conditions
• Understanding of clinical and shared governance, quality strategies, and care pathways
• Knowledge of gynae-oncology patient pathways