Job summary
A rare opportunity has become available for an experienced practitioner who is an accredited BSCCP Colposcopist as our Lead Colposcopy Nurse practitioner and Cervical Screening Programme Lead on a 2 year contract, to work in our friendly Colposcopy and Gynaecology team.
If you have the accredited skills and can provide compassionate and holistic patient care with excellent communication skills then this role could be for you, there is an opportunity for you to get in touch to arrange an informal discussion.
Main duties of the job
Use advanced and highly developed specialist skills and expert knowledge to determine the physical and emotional needs of the women by taking clinical responsibility for all women who attend and act as their advocate
Undertake specialist led outpatient colposcopy clinics as an advanced independent practitioner working to guidelines & protocols and within a clinical governance framework
Undertake holistic management of women referred to the service, including a full history, examination, management and treatment
Use high level verbal and written communication skills with all members of the team, patients and primary care staff.
Lead the staff cervical screening programme
Develop and update protocols and care pathways within the colposcopy area, thus identifying an effective care pathway for each individual patient.
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About us
Join us at The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust, where our passion for excellence drives everything we do.
We're on a mission to provide high quality, safe care to our patients, in an environment our incredible staff are proud to work in.
Our vision, 'To provide excellent care for the communities we serve,' is not just a statement; it's a promise we live by every day. Guided by our core Values - Partnering, Ambitious, Caring, and Trusted - we're determined to make a real difference in the lives of those who matter most: our patients and their families.
If you're ready to be part of a team that's dedicated to continuous improvement, come join us and let's make a difference together!
Job description
Job responsibilities
For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NMC registered
- Degree in relevant field
- BSCCP Accredited colposcopist
Desirable
- Masters or willingness to work towards
Knowledge, experience, behaviours and skills
Essential
- Strong leadership skills
- Currently practising colposcopy
- Excellent communication skills
- Experience running audit and research
- Delivery of presentations
- Experience of managing staff
- Advanced clinical assessment skills
- Ability to work as part of a team
Desirable
- Counselling certificate/course
- Project management skills
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NMC registered
- Degree in relevant field
- BSCCP Accredited colposcopist
Desirable
- Masters or willingness to work towards
Knowledge, experience, behaviours and skills
Essential
- Strong leadership skills
- Currently practising colposcopy
- Excellent communication skills
- Experience running audit and research
- Delivery of presentations
- Experience of managing staff
- Advanced clinical assessment skills
- Ability to work as part of a team
Desirable
- Counselling certificate/course
- Project management skills
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).
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).
