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Band 8a Clinical Endoscopist

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Research & Development
    Healthcare
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You must assist in developing endoscopy services, perform upper GI/endoscopic procedures, manage patients, support staff education, ensure compliance with guidelines, and work at multiple sites as needed.
  • You will develop clinical endoscopy services, perform diagnostic procedures, manage patient pathways, provide education, and support leadership in achieving accreditation and standards.

Requirements

  • To assist Lead nurse endoscopist to develop clinical endoscopy service across the Trust.
  • To carry out diagnostic upper GI/Transnasal endoscopy service providing advanced assessment and diagnosis for patients referred.
  • To manage patients appropriately through the diagnostic pathway using pre assessment, outpatient and telephone clinics and MDT review.
  • To take responsibility for own evidence-based practice.
  • To develop and work inside clear advance practice policies and evidence-based guidelines to support the service.
  • To develop all staff within the multidisciplinary team, providing support, advice, formal and informal education on endoscopy management.
  • To work independently and autonomously within the endoscopy department.
  • To support the endoscopy leadership team in ensuring world class standards within the endoscopy units across the Trust and to gain and maintain JAG accreditation.
  • To work alongside the endoscopy leadership team in the implementation Trans nasal UGI endoscopy at Finchley memorial hospital CDC.
  • Finchley Memorial Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC), occasional requirement to attend other Royal Free London sites.
  • Finchley Memorial CDC works in close collaboration with its sister site Wood Green CDC, hosted by Whittington Health NHS Trust. As the service develops there is a potential requirement for staff working at either site to cross cover. The post holder will be expected to be onsite 5 days per week.

Responsibilities

  • To assist Lead nurse endoscopist to develop clinical endoscopy service across the Trust.
  • To carry out diagnostic upper GI/Transnasal endoscopy service providing advanced assessment and diagnosis for patients referred.
  • To manage patients appropriately through the diagnostic pathway using pre assessment, outpatient and telephone clinics and MDT review.
  • To take responsibility for own evidence-based practice.
  • To develop and work inside clear advance practice policies and evidence-based guidelines to support the service.
  • To develop all staff within the multidisciplinary team, providing support, advice, formal and informal education on endoscopy management.
  • To work independently and autonomously within the endoscopy department.
  • To support the endoscopy leadership team in ensuring world class standards within the endoscopy units across the Trust and to gain and maintain JAG accreditation.
  • To work alongside the endoscopy leadership team in the implementation Trans nasal UGI endoscopy at Finchley memorial hospital CDC.

FAQs

What are the working hours for the Clinical Endoscopist position?

The working hours for this position are between 8am and 8pm, 7 days a week.

Where will the Clinical Endoscopist be primarily based?

The Clinical Endoscopist will be primarily based at Finchley Memorial Hospital NHS Community Diagnostic Centre, with occasional requirements to attend other Royal Free London sites.

Is there an opportunity for professional development in this role?

Yes, the role involves developing and working within clear advanced practice policies and evidence-based guidelines, as well as providing support and education to the multidisciplinary team.

What types of endoscopy will the Clinical Endoscopist perform?

The Clinical Endoscopist will carry out diagnostic upper GI and Transnasal endoscopy procedures.

Will the Clinical Endoscopist work independently?

Yes, the Clinical Endoscopist will work independently and autonomously within the endoscopy department.

What is the expectation regarding patient management in this role?

The Clinical Endoscopist is expected to manage patients appropriately through the diagnostic pathway using pre-assessment, outpatient and telephone clinics, and MDT review.

Who should I contact for further details about the job?

For further details or informal visits, you can contact Elizabeth Pickering, Senior Operations Manager, at 0203 758 2060.

What is the goal of the Transnasal Endoscopy Service?

The goal of the Transnasal Endoscopy Service is to deliver advanced assessment and diagnosis for patients referred, while transforming traditional healthcare delivery models to better meet the needs of staff and patients.

Is JAG accreditation mentioned in this job role?

Yes, the Clinical Endoscopist is expected to support the endoscopy leadership team in ensuring world-class standards and to gain and maintain JAG accreditation within the endoscopy units across the Trust.

Will the Clinical Endoscopist need to work at multiple sites?

Yes, there may be a potential requirement for staff to cross cover between Finchley Memorial CDC and its sister site Wood Green CDC as the service develops.

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