Trainee Nurse Endoscopist | Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
| Posting date: | 11 December 2025 |
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| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £38,682 - £46,580 per annum |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 10 January 2026 |
| Location: | Swindon, SN3 6BB |
| Company: | The Great Western Hospitals NHS FT |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 7598989/249-7598989 |
Summary
The post-holder will train to become part of the team responsible for the efficient and effective provision of the Nurse Endoscopy service in conjunction with other members of the multidisciplinary team to deliver high quality general and specialist endoscopy service.
The post-holder will train to undertake gastro-intestinal endoscopic procedures, with a high degree of precision and attention to detail. They will attend a recognised Endoscopist training course and undertake a period of supervised practice before working independently. They will assess each patient prior to their procedure and then interpret and document findings.
The post-holder will help to develop specialist protocols and guidelines relevant to the post and wider unit. They will have a key role in audit and research within endoscopy, to monitor and maintain standards and develop the service offered. Working within agreed protocols the role will be integrated into the wider multi-disciplinary team.
This is a training post. The post holder will initially train in either upper or lower GI endoscopy. Once trained and practicing independently the banding will be reviewed. They will then complete training in the other type of endoscopy and once have also completed the Non-Medical Prescribing course, banding will be reviewed again.
The post will be based within the Endoscopy Unit at The Great Western Hospital, however will also be expected to work at other sites.
• To attend a recognised training course for Endoscopists according to JAG training guidelines, and to complete a minimum number of supervised procedures.
• Once trained, to perform gastrointestinal endoscopic procedures within agreed criteria and protocols, and interpret findings.
• To assess patients prior to their endoscopy to identify any associated risks or contra-indications to the procedure.
• To consent patients prior to endoscopy
• dminister drugs including sedation to patients undergoing endoscopy, in accordance with agreed Patient Group Directions
Our STAR values – Service, Teamwork, Ambition and Respect – are a golden thread running through everything we do. These values serve as a guiding principle, driving us towards our vision of delivering great joined up services to our local community. Whether at home, in the community, or within the hospital, our goal is to empower individuals to lead independent and healthier lives.
• To attend a recognised training course for Endoscopists according to JAG training guidelines, and to complete a minimum number of supervised procedures.
• Once trained, to perform gastrointestinal endoscopic procedures within agreed criteria and protocols, and interpret findings
• o assess patients prior to their endoscopy to identify any associated risks or contra-indications to the procedure.
• To consent patients prior to endoscopy.
• To administer drugs including sedation to patients undergoing endoscopy, in accordance with agreed Patient Group Directions.
• To ensure relevant Patient Group Directions are regularly reviewed and updated.
This advert closes on Wednesday 24 Dec 2025
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