Job summary
A Registered Practitioner who will
form a key part of the endoscopy team by providing skills in all areas of
Endoscopy for both diagnostic and therapeutic procedures from pre-assessment to
discharge.
Work collaboratively with clinicians,
service managers to provide the best possible care to patients
An ability to apply theory to practice
to provide a high standard of perioperative care to all patients, ensuring
policies and procedures are adhered to.
The post holder displays excellent
communication and interpersonal skills
The post holder may be involved in
ensuring the seamless transfer of patients to an acute trust should such
situation arise.
The post holder will
be flexible in their approach to assisting other areas of the facility within
their skill set ie outpatient clinics and day-case unit.
Main duties of the job
Act as a professional role model to
junior and non-qualified support staff.
Provide skilled assistance and care to
patients within the endoscopy department.
Assess care needs of the endoscopy patient
and develops, implements and evaluates programmes of care, rectifying and
adjusting to meet individual needs.
Demonstrates knowledge of current
research, practices and procedures within the specialist field.
Communicates effectively both verbally
and in writing with the multidisciplinary team, patients and relatives.
Works within professional codes of
conduct.
Ensure that the patients needs are
continually assessed and appropriate care delivered and documented.
Supervise the work of junior staff
ensuring quality and confidentiality is maintained.
Manage own workload and support others
to do this.
Undertake training, if required, and
support teaching and development of all staff.
Be responsible for developing and
sustaining own knowledge, clinical skills and professional awareness in
accordance with NMC or HPC requirements.
To participate in the
management of the Endoscopy Assistant Practitioners and casual endoscopy
workforce
About us
Tyneside Surgical Services (tss) is an
independent provider of NHS care located in the North East of England. Our team
dedicates itself to providing knowledgeable and integrated surgical services to
patients. We carry out a number of elective surgical procedures across eight
different specialties.
Established in 2007, the company has continued
to grow and has now developed a day-case facility within Team Valley in
Gateshead. The new facility comprises of theatre, a day-case unit, endoscopy,
outpatient clinic facilities as well as having on-site MRI and ultrasound
scanning.
We are seeking highly motivated and dynamic
individuals with excellent communication skills to provide first class patient
care in our new facility. These are exciting new roles and will suit
enthusiastic, flexible and motivated individuals.
You will be joining a
company which values its staff, strives to be the best employer and is
committed to clinical excellence.
Job description
Job responsibilities
A Registered Practitioner who will
form a key part of the endoscopy team by providing skills in all areas of
Endoscopy for both diagnostic and therapeutic procedures from pre-assessment to
discharge.
Work collaboratively with clinicians,
service managers to provide the best possible care to patients
An ability to apply theory to practice
to provide a high standard of perioperative care to all patients, ensuring
policies and procedures are adhered to.
The post holder displays excellent
communication and interpersonal skills
The post holder may be involved in
ensuring the seamless transfer of patients to an acute trust should such
situation arise.
The post holder will
be flexible in their approach to assisting other areas of the facility within
their skill set ie outpatient clinics and day-case unit.
Job description
Job responsibilities
A Registered Practitioner who will
form a key part of the endoscopy team by providing skills in all areas of
Endoscopy for both diagnostic and therapeutic procedures from pre-assessment to
discharge.
Work collaboratively with clinicians,
service managers to provide the best possible care to patients
An ability to apply theory to practice
to provide a high standard of perioperative care to all patients, ensuring
policies and procedures are adhered to.
The post holder displays excellent
communication and interpersonal skills
The post holder may be involved in
ensuring the seamless transfer of patients to an acute trust should such
situation arise.
The post holder will
be flexible in their approach to assisting other areas of the facility within
their skill set ie outpatient clinics and day-case unit.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Post registration experience, including experience of working in the clinical specialty
Desirable
- Experience of participating in clinical audit
- Change management experience
Skills
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Clinical skills specific to area of specialty
- Excellent time management and organisation skills
- Computer literate
Desirable
- Presentation skills
- Analytical approach to problem solving
Qualifications
Essential
- RGN/ODP
- Post registration qualification / training in area of clinical speciality
- Diploma/Degree in Nursing or equivalent experience
Desirable
- Teaching and assessing qualification (or working towards) e.g. ENB 6590 (998) or equivalent/SLIP
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of Information Governance and Confidentiality
- Understanding of equality and diversity issues and how this affects patients, visitors and staff
- In depth knowledge and understanding of the needs of the specific patient group
- Evidence of current CPD
Desirable
- Knowledge of change management processes
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Post registration experience, including experience of working in the clinical specialty
Desirable
- Experience of participating in clinical audit
- Change management experience
Skills
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Clinical skills specific to area of specialty
- Excellent time management and organisation skills
- Computer literate
Desirable
- Presentation skills
- Analytical approach to problem solving
Qualifications
Essential
- RGN/ODP
- Post registration qualification / training in area of clinical speciality
- Diploma/Degree in Nursing or equivalent experience
Desirable
- Teaching and assessing qualification (or working towards) e.g. ENB 6590 (998) or equivalent/SLIP
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of Information Governance and Confidentiality
- Understanding of equality and diversity issues and how this affects patients, visitors and staff
- In depth knowledge and understanding of the needs of the specific patient group
- Evidence of current CPD
Desirable
- Knowledge of change management processes
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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
