Job summary
Are you a highly motivated registered Endoscopy Practitioner with the drive, ambition and commitment to deliver the highest standards of patient care?

Sulis Hospital, a leading healthcare provider in Somerset, has an amazing opportunity for you to join our JAG accredited endoscopy team as our Endoscopy and Decontamination Lead and work in partnership with our Clinical Lead, Medical Director and CDC operational lead.

We are looking for a highly motivated and passionate individual to provide strong visible leadership to deliver the highest standards of professional care to patients and to make a positive contribution towards the teams pursuit of excellence. You will be a strong role model, leading and coordinating the endoscopy service and decontamination.

Main duties of the job
We are part of the Community Diagnostic Centre for the region and are growing our wide-ranging endoscopy service. We undertake diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy investigations such as Colonoscopy, Gastroscopy, Polypectomy, Cystoscopy and TOE, and starting a new initiative Colon Capsules.

You will be responsible and accountable for the daily management of the endo and decontamination suite, managing a wide range of complex and conflicting priorities, including staff management. You will ensure the JAG accreditation standards are met, British Society of Gastroenterology (BSG) guidance, and the National and Local decontamination guidance is followed.

You will perform the tasks of preassessment and endoscopy assistant during procedures (sedation and GA), when required, in collaboration with other members of the multidisciplinary team. You will be responsible for the professional development of the endoscopy team and overall work performance.

About us
An award-winning hospital, Sulis Hospital is widely recognised as one of the finest in the country. Sulis became a part of the Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust in June 2021, making it one of the first independent hospitals owned by an NHS Trust, offering private, insured, and NHS healthcare services. We empower our teams to be the best they can be, fostering a culture that enhances the quality of people's lives through exceptional care. We are proud to have received an 'Outstanding' rating from the Care Quality Commission for 'Caring,' reflecting the compassionate nature of our people. With modern facilities and strong clinical leadership, Sulis Hospital in Bath provides an opportunity for a fulfilling career where you can make a meaningful difference and gain a diverse range of experiences.

We welcome both inpatients and outpatients across a variety of specialisms from Orthopaedics, Ophthalmology, General surgery, ENT, Urology, Vascular and many others.

Job responsibilities
If you are a First Level Registered Nurse with at least 5 years post registration experience, 2 years of which are at deputy endoscopy lead level with substantial operational management experience and extensive experience and knowledge of decontamination and requirements of national standards then we would like to hear from you.

Full Time- 37.5 hours

Permanent

Salary Competitive dependent on experience.

This role requires DBS clearance.

Applications will be assessed and responded to as they are received. We reserve the right to bring forward the closing date if sufficient applications are received.

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• First Level Registered Nurse with at least 5 years post registration experience, 2 years of which at deputy endoscopy lead level.
• Substantial operational management experience.
• Track record of effective performance at senior level.
• Extensive experience and knowledge of decontamination and requirements of national standards
• Involvement in the processes of JAG accreditation
• Track record in providing expert advice and guidance to multi-professional staff.
• Delegated management of finances within budget set including delivery of cost improvements

Desirable

• Masters level degree
• QIP improvement experience
• Experience of managing a budget

Additional Criteria
Essential

• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to prioritise own workload and that of colleagues
• Ability to balance conflicting demands and tight deadlines
• Excellent problem solving and decision-making skills
• Ability to communicate fluently in English
• Ability to communicate complex data in terms that are easily understood by a wide range of audiences
• Ability to work effectively with colleagues
• Computer skills including databases, Microsoft word, email

Desirable

• Ability to network with external stakeholders
• Excel spreadsheet skills

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.