Endoscopy Practitioner

Applications are invited from enthusiastic RGN or ODP Endoscopy Practitioners to join the JAG-accredited Unit team at our client's Acute Hospital site based in beautiful Bath, Somerset. The Unit undertakes a range of diagnostic and therapeutic Endoscopic procedures;
Flexible cystoscopy, Flexible sigmoidoscopy, Gastroscopy, Colonoscopy and Upper GI endoscopy.

You will work as a clinical member of the Endoscopy team and will be responsible for the delivery of safe, high quality patient‑focused care. You may also be required to rotate into Endoscopy Recovery, if required. This is a full‑time substantively‑employed post, although we are open to hearing from applicants seeking a part‑time opportunity. Shift patterns: 08:00‑16:00, 10:00‑18:00, 08:00‑18:00 Monday‑Sunday.

This is an award‑winning hospital, led by some of the South‑West's most experienced consultants supported by 24/7 RMO cover on‑site. Rated "outstanding" for caring - this unique centre of excellence was a long‑established independent sector hospital, acquired through investment by the NHS in June 2021. The Hospital has 28 en‑suite single inpatient beds, 22 day‑case beds and 5 ambulatory care beds.

Facilities include 9 consulting rooms, 4 state‑of‑the‑art operating theatres (2 with laminar flow), a JAG accredited Endoscopy suite, a dedicated cardiology suite and intervention treatment room. The dedicated physiotherapy department has a gym and four treatment rooms. The Digital diagnostic unit includes CT, MRI, General X‑ray and Ultrasound.

RGN or ODP with appropriate NMC/HCPC registration as applicable. Six months Endoscopy Practitioner experience; however, applications will be considered from candidates who have at least one year post registration experience in a surgical ward, gastro ward or theatres with a desire to train into the Endoscopy role.

• Personal pension plan
• Employee discount scheme
• Life assurance
• Bike to work scheme
• Season ticket loan
• Private medical insurance