Job summary
To support a highly specialised and comprehensive, evidence based, endoscopy pathway for patients referred with GI symptoms across the UHCW Trust endoscopy units (Coventry and Rugby sites). This will involve assessment and diagnosis of symptoms utilising clinical triage, virtual and face to face clinics, and diagnostic endoscopy.
The post holder will work in collaboration with the gastroenterology and endoscopy departments to provide the best possible service for patients accessing the service, within agreed protocols, guidelines and pathways for patients requiring clinical advice and treatments for lower GI symptoms and will be trained to develop skills in upper GI endoscopy.
On completion of training the grade will increase to 8a.
Main duties of the job
As an established Nurse Endoscopist able to perform lower GI procedures you will work in collaboration with the gastroenterology and endoscopy departments across both our University Hospital, Coventry and Hospital of St Cross, Rugby sites. Main duties of the job will:
- manage a caseload of patients, supporting patients their families and clinical staff throughout the diagnostic process
- model and provide clinical support for junior members of the team
- be independently competent in undertaking diagnostic endoscopy (Flexible sigmoidoscopy).
- collaborate with the management teams within the gastroenterology and endoscopy departments
- Participate and train in Upper GI procedures through JAG and HEE accredited training opportunities.
We offerJAG and HEE accredited training as well as opportunities to develop your learning through the local Universities.
About us
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.
We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.
Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.
We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence designated organisation - please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk)
By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.
The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.
Job description
Job responsibilities
As an established Clinical Endoscopist competent in flexible sigmoidoscopy you will deliver education, supported with audit and research, the post holder will take personal responsibility for the setting of professional standards and the monitoring of performance against the agreed local and national standards for the Service, in collaboration with the management teams within the gastroenterology and endoscopy departments.
You will be trained in upper GI endoscopy as part of the role and potential to expand your lower GI skills.
The role involves working across multiple sites.
- To be competent in the delivery of lower GI endoscopy and train in upper GI endoscopy.
- The promotion of clinical excellence in his / her practice through the implementation of research evidence based care and NICE guidelines.
- Being responsible for the day to day function of their own caseload, assessing, implement ting and directing endoscopy cases. To include liaison with all members of the MDT, patients and their families, and in nurse/non-medical led endoscopy sessions.
- Work autonomously as a Clinical endoscopist to deliver a differential diagnostic GI endoscopy service including delivering life-changing diagnoses, initiating treatment, and breaking bad news. The option to develop therapeutic GI endoscopy could be discussed.
- Administer local anaesthetic and IV sedation to patients undergoing endoscopy in accordance with Trust policies and group protocols.
- Take endoscopic biopsies and request histopathology reports in order to form an accurate diagnosis.
- Establish safe practice in the delivery of a broad range of therapeutic endoscopic procedures including highly complex interventions. Provide accurate endoscopy reports to enable appropriate treatment and care.
- Refer patients to other Health care providers to ensure patient care is continued. Including independent referral for radiological intervention such as x-ray, CT and MRI.
- The establishment and maintenance of effective collaboration and co-operative relationships with other members of the multidisciplinary team, working towards the optimisation of high standards of care in endoscopy.
- To work in collaboration with partners across the local system, contributing to and developing system pathways for the benefit of patients referred via GI 2WW pathways.
- Provide practical guidelines for the treatment/management of patients including setting of policies and protocols that direct both medical and non-medical practice.
- Continue to provide Clinical excellence through his/her practice that remains up-to-date through training and mentorship.
- Develop and maintain an appropriate knowledge base of anatomy in order to distinguish between normal and abnormal endoscopy findings.
For further details please see the attached job description.
Job description
Job responsibilities
As an established Clinical Endoscopist competent in flexible sigmoidoscopy you will deliver education, supported with audit and research, the post holder will take personal responsibility for the setting of professional standards and the monitoring of performance against the agreed local and national standards for the Service, in collaboration with the management teams within the gastroenterology and endoscopy departments.
You will be trained in upper GI endoscopy as part of the role and potential to expand your lower GI skills.
The role involves working across multiple sites.
- To be competent in the delivery of lower GI endoscopy and train in upper GI endoscopy.
- The promotion of clinical excellence in his / her practice through the implementation of research evidence based care and NICE guidelines.
- Being responsible for the day to day function of their own caseload, assessing, implement ting and directing endoscopy cases. To include liaison with all members of the MDT, patients and their families, and in nurse/non-medical led endoscopy sessions.
- Work autonomously as a Clinical endoscopist to deliver a differential diagnostic GI endoscopy service including delivering life-changing diagnoses, initiating treatment, and breaking bad news. The option to develop therapeutic GI endoscopy could be discussed.
- Administer local anaesthetic and IV sedation to patients undergoing endoscopy in accordance with Trust policies and group protocols.
- Take endoscopic biopsies and request histopathology reports in order to form an accurate diagnosis.
- Establish safe practice in the delivery of a broad range of therapeutic endoscopic procedures including highly complex interventions. Provide accurate endoscopy reports to enable appropriate treatment and care.
- Refer patients to other Health care providers to ensure patient care is continued. Including independent referral for radiological intervention such as x-ray, CT and MRI.
- The establishment and maintenance of effective collaboration and co-operative relationships with other members of the multidisciplinary team, working towards the optimisation of high standards of care in endoscopy.
- To work in collaboration with partners across the local system, contributing to and developing system pathways for the benefit of patients referred via GI 2WW pathways.
- Provide practical guidelines for the treatment/management of patients including setting of policies and protocols that direct both medical and non-medical practice.
- Continue to provide Clinical excellence through his/her practice that remains up-to-date through training and mentorship.
- Develop and maintain an appropriate knowledge base of anatomy in order to distinguish between normal and abnormal endoscopy findings.
For further details please see the attached job description.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
Experience
Essential
Knowledge
Essential
Skills
Essential
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
Experience
Essential
Knowledge
Essential
Skills
Essential
Desirable
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
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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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
