Advanced clinical endoscopist

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, independent, JAG accredited clinical endoscopist to join the endoscopy team at the James Paget University Hospital. Working in our four room endoscopy unit, you will ensure endoscopy is delivered in line with best practice with an excellent patient experience at the heart of what we do. The post holder will be joining a well-established team of clinical endoscopists, supported by skilled Gastroenterologists and Surgeons.
The post holder will provide a clinical role in the endoscopy service for patients who are undergoing assessment and investigation for gastrointestinal disease. They will perform diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures and follow agreed protocols. The role requires flexibility between clinical and administrative sessions., 1. To work as an independent, JAG accredited, Advanced Clinical Endoscopist undertaking endoscopy procedures with an awareness of the associated responsibilities
2. Demonstrate the ability to work autonomously and be accountable for own actions
3. Act on professional judgement about when to seek help, demonstrating critical reflection on own practice, self-awareness, emotional intelligence, and openness to change
4. Demonstrate knowledge of GI disorders through analysing and interpreting the care needs of patients with gastrointestinal symptoms.
5. Provide professional leadership and accountability by personal example to ensure the delivery of a high quality, patient centred service across Endoscopy
6. Assess medical and psychological suitability of patients who are referred for endoscopic investigations to include social, physical and emotional factors.
7. Perform advanced and specialised clinical skills in assessment, diagnosis and treatment of Endoscopy patients to enhance the patient/carer experience.
8. Decide on the best course of treatment from the visual assessment of the Gastrointestinal (GI) tract and whether to take biopsies/ perform therapeutic procedures such as polypectomy.
9. Exercise professional judgement to manage risk appropriately
10. To demonstrate performance within the parameters of the National KPI's for each accredited endoscopy modality, maintaining clinical competence and credibility, The James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust recognises the requirement to promote health and reduce ill-health. The Trust is committed to the principles of improving working lives through a number of initiatives such as job share, flexible working and the development of a culture of openness and transparency. The Trust is committed to ensuring that no job applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of their age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation.

The successful candidate will be JAG accredited in colonoscopy and will meet the recommended quality and safety standards. The individual needs to be able to demonstrate the ability to work autonomously under pressure and manage the mental and emotional demands of a role that requires periods of heightened concentration.
A keen desire and self-motivation to develop the role of the clinical endoscopist is essential. The role will have both clinical, managerial and leadership components and displaying dexterity for juggling roles and responsibilities is fundamental.
You will have the full support of the existing clinical team in achieving the objectives of the role and ensuring your every chance of success. The role offers an excellent opportunity for anyone willing to challenge themselves and become an integral part of the Endoscopy senior team, dedicated to continually improving services for our local community. If you feel you are the right person for the role, we would welcome your application.

'Prior consideration will be given to NHS At Risk staff within East of England'

NHS AfC: Band 8a
The James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust serves a population of around 250,000 people in the Great Yarmouth, Lowestoft and Waveney areas. The Trust provides an integrated hospital and community children's service.
Patient and staff experience is important to us and these are the behaviours we live by:
+ Putting patients first
+ Aiming to get it right
+ Recognising that everybody counts
+ Doing everything openly and honestly, Tier 2 Sponsorship : We are pleased to consider applicants who require Tier 2 sponsorship to work in the UK but it is unlikely that we would be able to appoint if a suitably qualified, experienced and skilled UK/Right to work candidate is available. Applying for entry clearance into the UK, must provide 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) will also be subject to this requirement.
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Please note that should we experience a high level of interest in this post, the vacancy may be closed prior to the stated closing date.