Job summary
This senior post offers the opportunity to be a role model for professional practice, lead clinical innovation, deliver autonomous high-quality upper and lower diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures, including TNE and capsule endoscopy and contribute to service development across our two hospital sites. There is the opportunity to become a BCSP colonoscopist if not already accredited. You will also deliver practitioner led out-patient clinics for specific cohorts of patients.
The successful applicant will be a JAG accredited trainer and will participate in the planning and delivery of formal JAG courses, delivered at SATH and across the Midlands Endoscopy Training Academy. The post holder will work closely with the Trust JAG Training Lead to plan and deliver regular training lists meeting the needs of both clinical and medical SaTH endoscopy trainees, whilst also acting as a JAG assessor. They will also be an integral member of the team delivering immersion training.
There is an expectation that the post holder will have a Masters in Advanced Clinical Practice or equivalent and be an Independent Prescriber who can support junior members of the team in their academic and prescribing development. They will work closely with the endoscopy consultant lead and ensure departmental JAG accreditation is maintained.
Main duties of the job
- To deliver upper and lower gastrointestinal endoscopy at an advanced level of clinical practice within the field of endoscopy and gastroenterology whilst playing an integral role in assisting in the operational / strategic development of the service.
- To act as a role model for professional practice, exercising accountability and providing leadership within the Clinical Endoscopist Team and the wider Endoscopy/Gastroenterology service.
- To work closely with all members of the multidisciplinary team to play an integral role in assisting in the operation/strategic development of the service, ensuring maintenance of JAG accreditation and meeting national standards regarding cancer care.
- The post holder will be integral to delivering and developing JAG training courses aswell as providing training and assessment of clinical and medical endoscopy trainees.
About us
We have two endoscopy units with a total of nine procedure rooms. The post holder will be expected to work at both Shrewsbury and Telford Hospitals. Our endoscopy departments are collaborative, supportive team environments with a focus on providing safe, innovative high quality patient care.
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
Professional/Technical Qualifications
Essential
- Registered professional with no restrictions on practice - NMC/HCPC
- JAG accredited endoscopist upper and lower GI endoscopist
- Evidence of Continuing Professional development / qualification relevant to area of speciality ENB A87 / ENB D03 or equivalent HEE Clinical Endoscopist Course
- JAG accredited trainer TGT or TCT
- MSc in Advanced Clinical Practice or equivalent
- Registered Independent prescriber
Desirable
Experience and Knowledge
Essential
- Extensive post registration experience within a clinical endoscopist role, evidenced by comprehensive experience and advanced knowledge within Gastroenterology / Endoscopy at Band 8a or above
- High level advanced clinical skills and knowledge
- Evidence of management / leadership skills and autonomous practice
- Experience in teaching specialist skills and training medical / nursing staff
- Evidence of leading audit programmes / research within practice and ability to apply research methodology
- Evidence of service development and practical contributions to the development of endoscopy/gastroenterology services within the last 2 years.
- Highly developed organisational and negotiation skills
- Effective communicator in complex situations
- An awareness and understanding of national and local issues relevant to speciality
- Up to date knowledge and understanding of nursing policy and practice relevant to speciality
- Highly self-motivated, capable of lateral thinking and able to successfully initiate, manage and sustain change
Skills and Ability
Essential
- Experience performing endoscopic procedures
- Highly developed communication skills. Able to deliver a high standard of oral and written communication with confidence to discuss patient management with others in the MDT. This will include evidence of advanced skills to enable the breaking of bad news
- Evidence of excellent patient documentation and record keeping skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills with professional credibility
- Ability to assess, diagnose and action under pressurised environments
- Demonstrates expertise in complex decision making
- Time management skills with an ability to act on own initiative and be both self-directed and motivated in the work environment
- Positive attitude to change with a proven ability to assist in the implementation of change and practice development
- Ability to support staff development and empowerment
- Evidence of good IT skills including relevant NHS systems / JETS / NED and endoscopy reporting systems
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Awareness of professional and personal limitations
- Ability to inspire confidence in others, demonstrating strong inspirational leadership qualities and acting as a positive role model to other members of the team
- Strong team worker
- Flexible and adaptable in approach
- Ability to work flexibly to meet service needs
Personal Circumstances
Essential
- Ability to work at both Trust sites, driver with access to a car to work across sites within the working day
Person Specification
Professional/Technical Qualifications
Essential
- Registered professional with no restrictions on practice - NMC/HCPC
- JAG accredited endoscopist upper and lower GI endoscopist
- Evidence of Continuing Professional development / qualification relevant to area of speciality ENB A87 / ENB D03 or equivalent HEE Clinical Endoscopist Course
- JAG accredited trainer TGT or TCT
- MSc in Advanced Clinical Practice or equivalent
- Registered Independent prescriber
Desirable
Experience and Knowledge
Essential
- Extensive post registration experience within a clinical endoscopist role, evidenced by comprehensive experience and advanced knowledge within Gastroenterology / Endoscopy at Band 8a or above
- High level advanced clinical skills and knowledge
- Evidence of management / leadership skills and autonomous practice
- Experience in teaching specialist skills and training medical / nursing staff
- Evidence of leading audit programmes / research within practice and ability to apply research methodology
- Evidence of service development and practical contributions to the development of endoscopy/gastroenterology services within the last 2 years.
- Highly developed organisational and negotiation skills
- Effective communicator in complex situations
- An awareness and understanding of national and local issues relevant to speciality
- Up to date knowledge and understanding of nursing policy and practice relevant to speciality
- Highly self-motivated, capable of lateral thinking and able to successfully initiate, manage and sustain change
Skills and Ability
Essential
- Experience performing endoscopic procedures
- Highly developed communication skills. Able to deliver a high standard of oral and written communication with confidence to discuss patient management with others in the MDT. This will include evidence of advanced skills to enable the breaking of bad news
- Evidence of excellent patient documentation and record keeping skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills with professional credibility
- Ability to assess, diagnose and action under pressurised environments
- Demonstrates expertise in complex decision making
- Time management skills with an ability to act on own initiative and be both self-directed and motivated in the work environment
- Positive attitude to change with a proven ability to assist in the implementation of change and practice development
- Ability to support staff development and empowerment
- Evidence of good IT skills including relevant NHS systems / JETS / NED and endoscopy reporting systems
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Awareness of professional and personal limitations
- Ability to inspire confidence in others, demonstrating strong inspirational leadership qualities and acting as a positive role model to other members of the team
- Strong team worker
- Flexible and adaptable in approach
- Ability to work flexibly to meet service needs
Personal Circumstances
Essential
- Ability to work at both Trust sites, driver with access to a car to work across sites within the working day
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).
