Specialist Screening Practitioner | University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust
| Posting date: | 25 March 2026 |
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| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £39,959 - £48,117 per annum pro rata |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 24 April 2026 |
| Location: | Southampton, SO16 6YD |
| Company: | University Hospital Southampton NHS FT |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 7896234/188-SNM180326 |
Summary
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Please see below for detailed job description of the role.
The Hampshire Bowel Cancer Screening programme is going places – Do you want to be part of this Journey!!
The role of specialist screening practitioner requires a flexible, enthusiastic and committed nurse with the ability to prioritise and use their own initiative and also work as part of a team.
The role is varied and is based at North Hampshire Hospitals but also requires some cover at Southampton and Winchester hospitals You will need to have the ability to assess patients fitness for procedures in a nurse led clinic, attend colonoscopy procedures, and have responsibility for informing and supporting individuals throughout the screening pathway.
The service requires Monday - Friday working hours in line with service needs and the occasional weekend shift if and when required. You will need to be a registered nurse with evidence of extensive post registration experience and professional development.
Experience in colorectal and/or cancer pathways and knowledge of endoscopy is desirable, but not essential.
University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.
Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast.
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At UHSwe’re committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients.
At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognizing that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We’re committed to creating an anti-racist, anti-discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
• You will need to use communication and assessment skills to assess the health and psychosocial needs of individual participants in the screening programme.
• Communicate with patients in ways that empower them to make informed choices about their health and health care.
• Act as advocate for individual patients and the client group and also provide appropriate education to patients and their families to promote health and encourage self-care.
• You will need to assess and prepare patients for colorectal examination at different sites across the catchment area acting as the patient advocate supporting them to navigate and make informed choices throughout the screening process.
• Work collaboratively and in partnership with other health care professionals, offering appropriate leadership and advice to colleagues.
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
As a Specialist Screening Practitioner, you will be expected to have excellent communication skills, promote the delivery of a high standard of patient care and work between organisational boundaries. You will be expected to work across different organisations with the support of the programme manager/lead nurse.
You should be able to show experience of working autonomously and the ability to present information to a wide range of professional groups. You will need adaptability and an understanding of personal accountability to work in a variety of settings. The role is based at North Hampshire hospitals foundation Trust hospitals and you will need a driving licence or ability to travel.
This advert closes on Sunday 19 Apr 2026