Job requirements
Essential
34 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Further Information
Please provide any additional relevant information to support your application. Please note that this is a non-scoring question.
- Knowledge and Skills
Significant experience in a nursing post in Endoscopy
- Knowledge and Skills
Considerable experience of working as a nurse endoscopist in a hospital setting
- Knowledge and Skills
Experience in running lists
- Knowledge and Skills
Able to perform Upper GI diagnostic endoscopy
- Knowledge and Skills
Achievement of high quality patient care through evidenced based practice
- Knowledge and Skills
Expert knowledge in anatomy and physiology of the GI tract
- Knowledge and Skills
Leadership of clinical governance and patient safety
- Knowledge and Skills
A commitment to providing a quality service with quality improvement
- Knowledge and Skills
Management of change
- Knowledge and Skills
Clinical audit
- Knowledge and Skills
Budget awareness
- Knowledge and Skills
Communicates articulately and sensitively with good written English and able to demonstrate the ability to deal with distressing or emotional circumstances
- Knowledge and Skills
Tactful and diplomatic
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Highly developed written communication skills
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Highly developed verbal communication skills
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Able to communicate effectively with, listen to and motivate, stakeholders and staff at all levels
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Able to articulate highly complex and sensitive clinical topics
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Evidence of analytical and problem solving skills
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High level knowledge of BSG, GRS and JAG Standards
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Knowledge and understanding of NICE Outcomes, National strategic Cancer Developments
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Evidence of providing motivational, professional leadership with highly developed interpersonal skills
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Understanding of service area specific DH and NHS policy, initiatives, national service framework etc. in delivering patient centred care
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Evidence of ability to combine strategic direction with operational delivery
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Demonstrate IT /database knowledge and skill / or qualification
- Knowledge and Skills
Demonstrate the ability to undertake moderate physical effort for several short / long periods moving equipment patients and stock within manual handling guidelines
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Able to demonstrate ability to concentrate on a predictable work pattern
- Knowledge and Skills
Able to work under pressure, flexibly and as part of a team
- Other Role Requirements
Please refer to the job description and person specification for further details regarding the role requirements
- Qualifications & Experience
A Registered Nurse on part 1, 3, 5 or 8 of the NMC (Nursing and Midwifery Council) Register.
- Qualifications & Experience
JAG accreditation for Endoscopist role on JAG Endoscopy Training System (JETS) site
- Qualifications & Experience
Evidence of recent continuing professional development
- Qualifications & Experience
Evidence of training/update on lower GI (Gastrointestinal) therapeutic endoscopic intervention
- Qualifications & Experience
Cannulation
Desirable
12 listedAdditional qualities the employer would prefer.
- Knowledge and Skills
Oncology knowledge
- Knowledge and Skills
JAG accreditation process experience
- Knowledge and Skills
Oncology experience
- Knowledge and Skills
Service redesign
- Knowledge and Skills
Role design
- Knowledge and Skills
Skilled trainer, mentor, supervisor or coach
- Knowledge and Skills
Understanding of wide ranging DH and NHS policy, initiatives, national service frameworks etc. in delivering patient centred care
- Qualifications & Experience
Relevant Degree
- Qualifications & Experience
Nurse prescriber
- Qualifications & Experience
First level degree or equivalent qualification in relevant subject
- Qualifications & Experience
Hold or be working towards a master’s degree
- Qualifications & Experience
BoSS (Barrett’s Oesophagus Surveillance Study) registered endoscopist or willingness to train to undertake the role.
Job overview
We are looking to recruit a dynamic Upper GI Nurse Endoscopist to support our Endoscopy Service at East Cheshire NHS Trust. Innovation in service delivery and flexibility to work within the needs of the service are key requirements of this role.
The post holder will be able to undertake Upper GI endoscopy as a qualified Nurse Endoscopist. The post holder will work autonomously, managing whole episodes of patient care independent of medical supervision. They will be a key member of the Multi-disciplinary team.
The post holder will have their own caseload of patients for whom they will perform upper gastro-intestinal diagnostic endoscopy.
The appointee will play a key role in providing a high quality, efficient, patient focused in the endoscopy service.
The post will be based at Macclesfield District General Hospital.
Hours per week: 27
We welcome applications from Graduate visa holders; it is important to note that you must have a minimum of 6 months before this expires at the start of your employment for training and operational reasons.
Main duties of the job
- The post holder will provide highly specialist and advanced clinical knowledge, skills and decision-making within the Endoscopy/Gastroenterology service.
- The post holder will be able to undertake Upper GI endoscopy procedures as a qualified Nurse Endoscopist.
- The post holder will work autonomously, managing whole episodes of patient care independent of medical supervision.
- They will be a key member of the multi-disciplinary team.
- The post holder will have their own caseload of patients for whom they will perform upper gastro-intestinal diagnostic endoscopy.
- Upper GI Nurse Endoscopist To work as part of the multidisciplinary team in providing a high-quality service meeting the physical and emotional requirements for both inpatients and outpatients undergoing procedures within the Endoscopy and Treatment Unit.
This list of duties is not intended to be exhaustive but indicates the main areas of work and may be subject to change.
Non-UK or Irish applicants should check their visa and this role’s eligibility for sponsorship before applying. For further information please visit Visas and immigration - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
Please be advised we are unable to provide Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship to non-UK residents.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.
Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.
As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage Careers :: East Cheshire NHS Trust for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).
We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application. While this is not discouraged, it is essential to personalise this information, particularly your supporting information section as these tools cannot fully grasp the context or requirements of the job you’re applying for. We kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role. Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process and being a member of East Cheshire NHS Trust.
Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.
We look forward to receiving your application.
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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This advert is for Upper GI Nurse Endoscopist with East Cheshire NHS Trust in Macclesfield, England. It is listed as a Band 8 Nurse (adult and children) role. The advertised salary is £57,528 - £64,750 per annum, pro rata. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 24 Sep 2026.
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