Overview
In this role you support the hospital manager to run the Endoscopy Department with governance, clinical effectiveness, and high standards of care. You guide the team and actively participate in patient care, contributing to CHEC’s endoscopy strategy and JAG accreditation. You’ll help deliver a safe, patient-centered endoscopy pathway and ensure readiness of equipment and resources. The role offers impact through governance, quality care delivery, and cross-functional collaboration within CHEC’s network.
Responsibilities
- Support the management of the endoscopy service to deliver patient-centered care
- Plan and provide quality care across the endoscopy patient pathway
- Maintain a safe environment and address patient safety discrepancies
- Provide specialist advice and support as needed
- Ensure equipment and resources are available for upcoming sessions
- Participate in endoscope care and decontamination with traceability records
- Provide day-to-day management and motivation to staff
- Maintain clear communication within the department about hospital information and changes
Key requirements
- Registered practitioner with NMC or HCPC
- At least 1 year of experience in Endoscopy service
- Experience with JAG accreditation
- Passion for high-quality patient safety and care
- Educated to degree level or equivalent level of experience
- Previous management or team leader experience
- UK professional registration
- DBS disclosure check requirement
- strong communication
- leadership and staff motivation
- problem solving and decision making
- endoscopy service experience
- knowledge of JAG accreditation processes
- endoscope decontamination and traceability
Lead Endoscopy Practitioner in Swindon employer: National Health Service
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment for healthcare professionals in North Wales. With a commitment to employee development and a focus on compassionate care, staff have access to continuous professional development opportunities and the chance to make a meaningful impact in both acute and community paediatrics. The Health Board's integrated approach ensures that employees are part of a dynamic team dedicated to improving health outcomes for the local population.
