Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a talented and dedicated colonoscopist to join our forward thinking and proactive Endoscopy Unit here at the Royal Cornwall Hospital Trust. We have a total of 6 JAG accredited endoscopy endoscopy rooms across 2 sites. You will join a hard working and dedicated team team of 8 Clinical Endoscopists, Physician's Associates, GP's, and doctors, committed to providing a first rate service throughout Cornwall.
Main duties of the job
The principle role of the post holder is to autonomously perform lower gastrointestinal (GI) endoscopy in sedated and non-sedated patients.
The post holder will have trust wide responsibility to provide clear leadership which encases a fully holistic patient view. Utilising specialist knowledge in conjunction with the clinical care of patients is pivotal to their diagnosis and treatment, and enables a continuous and positive patient journey. This will ultimately empower the ongoing development and sustainability of a high quality, innovative, and streamlined service.
About us
Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust is the biggest provider of healthcare services in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. Our three main sites are Royal Cornwall Hospital Truro, St Michael's Hospital Hayle and West Cornwall Hospital Penzance, our staff and services are available across the region.
The Trust employs 5,000+ staff, has a budget of £380 million and 750 beds. We work with health and social care organisations -including NHS Kernow and NHS England- to ensure local healthcare needs are met. We provide acute medical, surgical and specialist services to around 500,000- which can increase significantly during busy holiday periods.
The Trust has teaching hospitals status as part of the University of Exeter Medical School. Keeping at the forefront of medical advances, we continually develop clinical services and are committed to maximising the range of specialist care offered locally.
We can offer you a rewarding career in a supportive working environment. We have extensive educational links to help you realise your full potential and develop skills to provide outstanding healthcare to the local community.
Enjoy an outstanding quality of life in a place that offers surfing beaches and fishing harbours to beautiful countryside and historic towns. With clean air, plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities and excellent schools, colleges and universities (including adult education) it is the ideal place for families and for you to develop your own career.
Job description
Job responsibilities
In addition to the endoscopist role there would be an element of involvement within the educational aspect of the department. In time and with appropriate JAG training (Train the Trainers), the post holder will be pivotal in the training of medical and clinical endoscopists in colonoscopy. This would also include therapeutic interventions where competent to do so. There would also be an expectation to participate in and develop nurse led services, clinical audits and research.
Job description
Job responsibilities
In addition to the endoscopist role there would be an element of involvement within the educational aspect of the department. In time and with appropriate JAG training (Train the Trainers), the post holder will be pivotal in the training of medical and clinical endoscopists in colonoscopy. This would also include therapeutic interventions where competent to do so. There would also be an expectation to participate in and develop nurse led services, clinical audits and research.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered first level nurse or allied health professional
- Master's level study or equivalent level of specialist experience
- JAG accreditation in colonoscopy
- Evidence of teaching, assessment and supervision skills
- Sedation training certificate or willingness to complete
- Immediate Life Support training or willingness to complete
Desirable
- JAG accredited train the trainer Qualification
- Independent Prescribing Certificate
- IR(ME)R qualified
- Advanced communication skills training
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of participation in audit and research
- Evidence of experience of multidisciplinary team working
- Evidence of implementing or managing change
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered first level nurse or allied health professional
- Master's level study or equivalent level of specialist experience
- JAG accreditation in colonoscopy
- Evidence of teaching, assessment and supervision skills
- Sedation training certificate or willingness to complete
- Immediate Life Support training or willingness to complete
Desirable
- JAG accredited train the trainer Qualification
- Independent Prescribing Certificate
- IR(ME)R qualified
- Advanced communication skills training
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of participation in audit and research
- Evidence of experience of multidisciplinary team working
- Evidence of implementing or managing change
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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