Clinical Endoscopist (Lower GI) | University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust

Dyddiad hysbysebu:	17 Mawrth 2026
Cyflog:	Heb ei nodi
Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog:	£47,810 - £54,710 pa
Oriau:	Llawn Amser
Dyddiad cau:	16 Ebrill 2026
Lleoliad:	Poole, BH15 2LG
Cwmni:	Royal Bournemouth and Christchurch Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Math o swydd:	Parhaol
Cyfeirnod swydd:	7757000/153-ME05769

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University Hospitals Dorset (UHD) has an exciting opportunity for a Clinical Endoscopist to join our expanding Endoscopy service. UHD is currently building a new 6-bed endoscopy unit at the Poole site. The Bournemouth site hosts a 6-room endoscopy unit, and there is also a satellite endoscopy unit at Wimborne Hospital with one procedure room. The successful candidate will be working cross-site.

The post holder will be an autonomous practitioner, competent in lower gastrointestinal endoscopy, contributing to the effective delivery of endoscopy lists in line with JAG, BSG and Trust standards. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, the role will involve close collaboration with consultant gastroenterologists, colorectal surgeons, nursing staff and the wider endoscopy workforce.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the assessment, consent, performance and reporting of lower GI endoscopic procedures, ensuring safe, evidence-based practice and excellent patient experience throughout the endoscopy pathway. They will participate in audit, service development, training and quality improvement initiatives, and contribute to maintaining JAG accreditation and achieving key performance indicators.

This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop advanced clinical skills, take on leadership responsibilities within the endoscopy unit, and contribute to the ongoing development of a modern, efficient endoscopy service.

Interview date: 7th April 2026
• Independently assess, consent and perform lower gastrointestinal endoscopic procedures in accordance with national guidelines (JAG, BSG, NHSBSP where applicable) and Trust policies.
• Provide safe, high-quality diagnostic and surveillance colonoscopy and/or flexible sigmoidoscopy, maintaining performance indicators in line with JAG standards.
• Undertake comprehensive pre-procedure assessment, including review of referrals, medical history, anticoagulation and bowel preparation, and make appropriate clinical decisions regarding fitness for procedure.
• Accurately document, interpret and report endoscopic findings, including appropriate management plans, histology requests and follow-up arrangements.
• Communicate effectively with patients, relatives and the multidisciplinary team, ensuring clear explanation of procedures, findings and post-procedure care.
• Manage complications and adverse events within scope of practice, escalating appropriately and participating in incident reporting and learning processes.
• Contribute to clinical audit, service evaluation and quality improvement activities to support ongoing service development and maintenance of JAG accreditation.
• Support the effective running of the endoscopy service, including flexible working across lists, contributing to waiting-list management and service delivery priorities.

UHD are investing, developing and transforming Trust services in line with the New Hospital Programme. As part of this, some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or permanently. Recruiting Managers will be happy to answer any service-specific questions at interview.

If a role or service relocates as part of a planned move, excess mileage will not be reimbursed. Travel from home to the new work base will be classed as a normal commute. Any other changes will be managed under Trust or national terms and conditions.

UHD has active networks including Women’s, BAME, Pride, EU, Pro Ability, and Armed Forces. We support Disability Confident and Armed Forces Covenant interview schemes.

AI tools may be used, but applications must honestly reflect your own skills and experience. Integrity is key to our recruitment process.

The post holder will work as an autonomous Lower Gastrointestinal Clinical Endoscopist, delivering high-quality diagnostic and surveillance endoscopy within the Trust’s Endoscopy Service. They will be responsible for the safe assessment, consent, performance and reporting of lower GI endoscopic procedures, ensuring compliance with JAG standards, Trust policies and national guidelines.

The role requires advanced clinical expertise, sound independent decision-making, and the ability to manage complex clinical scenarios. The post holder will contribute to service development, audit, education, leadership, and quality improvement, supporting the delivery of a safe, efficient and patient-focused endoscopy pathway.
Clinical Practice and Patient Care
• Independently assess, consent and perform lower GI endoscopic procedures (e.g., colonoscopy and/or flexible sigmoidoscopy) in line with JAG, BSG and Trust standards.
• Deliver safe, effective and patient-centred care across the endoscopy pathway, from referral triage to post-procedure follow-up.
• Conduct comprehensive pre-procedure clinical assessment, including evaluation of indications, co-morbidities, anticoagulation/antiplatelet management, bowel preparation, and suitability for sedation.
• Interpret endoscopic findings accurately and formulate appropriate management plans, including biopsies, polypectomy within scope of practice, surveillance planning and onward referral.
• Provide clear, timely and high-quality procedure reporting, ensuring accurate clinical documentation, coding and communication with referrers and GPs.
• Recognise and manage procedure-related complications and medical emergencies, escalating appropriately in line with local protocols.
• Ensure effective post-procedure care, including discharge planning, patient advice, safety netting and communication of results.
Autonomous Decision-Making and Advanced Practice
• Practice as an independent clinician within agreed scope, demonstrating accountability for clinical decisions and outcomes.
• Manage complex cases, balancing risk, patient safety, procedural appropriateness and service capacity.
• Escalate complex or high-risk cases appropriately and contribute to MDT discussions where required.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of evidence-based practice, national guidelines and emerging developments in endoscopy.
Leadership, Service Development and Quality Improvement
• Act as a clinical role model within the Endoscopy Unit, promoting high standards of professional practice and patient-centred care.
• Contribute to service planning, pathway development and innovation, supporting improvements in access, efficiency, quality and patient experience.
• Participate in and lead clinical audit, service evaluation and quality improvement projects, supporting JAG accreditation and performance targets (e.g., KPIs, adenoma detection rates, caecal intubation rates).
• Support effective waiting list management, service recovery initiatives and delivery of activity targets.
• Contribute to policy development, guideline implementation and governance processes.
Education, Training and Supervision
• Support the training, supervision and mentorship of junior doctors, trainee endoscopists, nurses and allied health professionals where appropriate.
• Contribute to teaching sessions, competency assessments and skills development within the endoscopy workforce.
• Maintain personal CPD, appraisal, revalidation and JAG accreditation requirements.
• Participate in professional development activities and support a culture of lifelong learning.
Governance, Risk and Safety
• Adhere to all Trust and national policies relating to infection prevention and control, decontamination, health and safety, safeguarding, consent and information governance.
• Participate in incident reporting, complaints management, duty of candour processes and learning reviews.
• Contribute to clinical governance meetings, morbidity and mortality discussions and risk management initiatives.
• Support maintenance of JAG accreditation and compliance with regulatory standards.

Communication and Multidisciplinary Working
• Communicate effectively with patients, carers and families, including delivering complex or sensitive information with empathy and clarity.
• Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team, including gastroenterologists, colorectal surgeons, radiologists, pathologists, nursing teams and administrative staff.
• Ensure clear and timely communication of clinical findings, management plans and follow-up arrangements.
Professional Conduct and Accountability
• Maintain professional registration, scope of practice and indemnity in line with regulatory requirements.
• Uphold the values, behaviours and professional standards expected within the NHS.
• Take responsibility for personal workload, prioritisation and time management within a busy clinical environment.


This advert closes on Tuesday 31 Mar 2026

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