Deputy Manager-Endoscopy

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our dynamic and skilled team at our JAG accredited endoscopy unit at London Bridge Hospital. Our JAG Accredited Endoscopy unit, based in St Olaf House, London Bridge Hospital, offers a full range of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures - ERCP, EUS, POEM, EBUS The Endoscopy Department supports the delivery of complex gastrointestinal (GI) and respiratory medicine. Its role is vital in the ability to accurately diagnose and treat a wide range of diseases from oesophageal cancer to acid reflux, and from bowel cancer to Barrett's Oesophagus. London Bridge Hospital was the first private hospital in the UK to offer Endobronchial Ultrasound Service (Ebus). We are also the first hospital in the UK to use Cellvizo technology for exclusively clinical purposes. Duties and Responsibilities

• Deliver a consistently high standard of patient care utilising evidence-based practice.
• Actively lead junior staff to work according to organisational policies and in accordance with HCA Code of Conduct.
• Supervise and support staff in delivering appropriate patient care
• Ensure working practices follow Endoscopy national guidelines
• Maintain an up-to-date professional portfolio
• Participate in clinical supervision (or similar) and mentorship of staff
• Lead and embed the Departmental Philosophy of Care and behaviours
• Actively be involved in assessing and managing all clinical risks
• Provide an out of hours on-call service to assist the operating theatre on-call team
• Assist department manager in delivery and maintenance of JAG Accreditation
• Demonstrate excellent leadership and assist with the development of the department in terms of staff skills, resource efficiency and business interest
• Work well within a multidisciplinary team
  
  RGN Level 1 (current registration with NMC)
• At least 5 years' experience working in a GI endoscopy unit with 2 years at a senior level
• Working knowledge of JAG/GRS Accreditation programme
• Working knowledge of decontamination of flexible endoscopes
• Ideally you will have an associated endoscopy qualification
  
  Originally founded over 50 years ago by Dr Thomas Frist, HCA has gone on to become one of the world's leading healthcare providers. In the UK, we're one of the largest providers of privately funded healthcare and have invested over £500 million in the latest treatments, technology, techniques, medication and facilities. Being part of a large multisite, established healthcare group we can offer you unrivalled opportunities for career progression through internal and external courses, as well as working conditions that prioritise both your mental and physical wellbeing., HCA Healthcare Over 50 years of creating a healthier tomorrow.
Today HCA is the largest private healthcare provider in the world, and the largest provider of privately funded healthcare in the U.K. A world-class network of over 30 facilities in London, Manchester, Wilmslow, Glasgow and Prestatyn, with its latest venture opening in Birmingham in 2024. Uniquely we also partner with the NHS to provide care within large NHS teaching hospitals. No other U.K. provider can match our global scale, breadth and depth of knowledge and expertise. We treat 27 million people each year across our global network, and many of our hospitals are rated 'Outstanding' by the CQC. Covering virtually all aspects of medicine from prevention and diagnosis through to treatment and aftercare in both our Primary and Secondary Care Divisions. Cardiac and Cancer Care, Paediatrics, Orthopaedics, Rehabilitation, Urgent Care, GP and Health screening to Obstetrics, IVF and Maternity care, to name a few. We can promise by joining the HCA family, you will learn from experts in every department, and your opportunities will be endless. You will be empowered to achieve more in your career and will be provided with outstanding rewards and development support to match the level of care we are famed for.

We believe that by caring for our employees, we empower them to provide exceptional care for our patients. That's why we offer a host of flexible benefits that reflect the invaluable contribution they make every day. As a Deputy Manager in Endoscopy, you'll be eligible for:
• 25 days holiday each year (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with option to buy or sell leave to suit you
• Private Healthcare Insurance for treatment at our leading hospitals
• Private pension contribution which increases with length of service
• Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work scheme
• Group Life Assurance from day one
• Critical illness cover
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
• Corporate staff discount for all facilities including Maternity packages at The Portland
• Comprehensive range of flexible health, protection and lifestyle benefits to suit you
• Discounts with over 800 major retailers
Diversity and Inclusion Patients first. Colleagues always. That's the guiding philosophy behind our approach to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging. We believe healthcare is built on a foundation of inclusion, compassion and respect for our patients and for each other. By working together with our colleagues we're creating a truly inclusive environment, where individual differences are celebrated and everyone can achieve their potential. We believe everyone should feel comfortable to bring their full self to work and be afforded the same opportunities. That's why we're happy to discuss flexible working arrangements to suit your needs as well as offer reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process, and in the workplace, to anyone that needs them.