Job summary
We are seeking to appoint an influential and transformational Clinical Endoscopist - Bowel Screening for the Endoscopy Service at Wrexham Maelor Hospital.

We are inviting applications from experienced Clinical Endoscopists with proven competence in undertaking a range of diagnostic procedures to support the service in developing the speciality.

Wrexham Maelor Hospital is the JAG national training centre and one of only two across Wales. We are committed to developing our staff through the appraisal system and aim to provide a personal educational plan for all staff. We are friendly and offer a supportive working environment.

As a Clinical Endoscopist you will have a key role in the provision of clinical services and training of staff working within Endoscopy in conjunction with the clinical and management team. The successful candidate will also be a key team member for the delivery of JAG and GRS standards including the implementation of improved clinical pathways and driving innovation through the use of research and audit.

You will need an enthusiastic attitude towards new ways of working and be committed to providing the highest standards of care. The post includes 7 day working as the department progresses and expands.

Main duties of the job
Please refer to Job Description and Person Specification for full details

The post holder will be a clinical expert in the field of Endoscopy and will practice at an advanced clinical level and exercise high levels of judgement, discretion and decision making in clinical care. The post holder will provide clinical leadership, expert practice, and advanced knowledge, integrating research evidence into practice and contributing to/leading on research in this clinical field.

The post holder will monitor and improve standards of care through, supervision of practice, clinical audit, identifying quality improvement and research questions, disseminating research findings, national guidelines and promoting their translation into practice, teaching and supporting professional colleagues and the provision of skilled professional leadership.

The post holder will maintain and further develop a local and national profile as a Clinical Endoscopist by being a creative and innovative leader in developing services for this patient group.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply

About us
If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac

Qualifications
Essential

• Registered healthcare professional: e.g., NMC or HCPC registration (or other relevant registration e.g., PAMVR)
• MSc or equivalent experience plus significant knowledge acquired over a significant period
• BSW Accredited Screening Colonoscopist
• Independent Prescriber

Desirable

• Teaching Qualification.
• Train The Colonoscopy Trainer (TCT) or Train The Endoscopist Trainer (TET) Course

Experience
Essential

• Evidence of meeting/exceeding screening colonoscopy Assessment and Approval guidance
• Level 2 and above polypectomy skills and experience
• Facilitating learning via a variety of teaching and educational methods
• Evidence of conducting audits
• Involved in research and or Quality Improvement activity
• Evidence of managing a caseload or care group in a clinical setting with multidisciplinary working
• Haemostatic techniques for the treatment of post- polypectomy bleeding
• Administration of IV conscious sedation
• Able to administer appropriate antidotes in case of complications, including initiating emergency response pathways and delivering Intermediate Life Support
• Analytical skills
• IT skills (familiar with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and local Patient Administration Systems)

Desirable

• Previous experience as an accredited Screening Colonoscopist
• Evidence of conducting research and/or changing practice

Aptitube and abilities
Essential

• Working independently and within teams
• Patient advocacy
• Able to communicate highly sensitive and highly complex information Experienced at delivering bad news (e.g., cancer diagnosis).
• Excellent written and communication skills
• Excellent time management skills
• Customer care skills
• Presentation skills
• Personal integrity and credibility
• Approachable
• Committed to achieving organisational and departmental vision and goals
• Can operate within a normal climate of change and uncertainty
• Patient focused
• Creates culture and environment to deliver best patient experience of care and treatment
• Works flexibly across all sites

Desirable

• Counselling skills.
• Representation within departmental and higher-level meetings / committees
• Service development lead
• Project management lead
• Influence and negotiating skills
• Faculty teacher/trainer
• Ability to speak Welsh

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present 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) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).