Senior Clinical Endoscopist​/Advanced Nurse Practitioner

Senior Clinical Endoscopist/Advanced Nurse Practitioner

The closing date is 03 February 2026

This senior post offers the opportunity to be a role model for professional practice, lead clinical innovation, deliver autonomous high-quality upper and lower diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures, including TNE and capsule endoscopy and contribute to service development across our two hospital sites. There is the opportunity to become a BCSP colonoscopist if not already accredited. You will also deliver practitioner led out-patient clinics for specific cohorts of patients.

The successful applicant will be a JAG accredited trainer and will participate in the planning and delivery of formal JAG courses, delivered at SATH and across the Midlands Endoscopy Training Academy. The post holder will work closely with the Trust JAG Training Lead to plan and deliver regular training lists meeting the needs of both clinical and medical SaTH endoscopy trainees, whilst also acting as a JAG assessor.

They will also be an integral member of the team delivering immersion training.

There is an expectation that the post holder will have a Masters in Advanced Clinical Practice or equivalent and be an Independent Prescriber who can support junior members of the team in their academic and prescribing development. They will work closely with the endoscopy consultant lead and ensure departmental JAG accreditation is maintained.

• To deliver upper and lower gastrointestinal endoscopy at an advanced level of clinical practice within the field of endoscopy and gastroenterology whilst playing an integral role in assisting in the operational / strategic development of the service.
• To act as a role model for professional practice, exercising accountability and providing leadership within the Clinical Endoscopist Team and the wider Endoscopy/Gastroenterology service.
• To work closely with all members of the multidisciplinary team to play an integral role in assisting in the operation/strategic development of the service, ensuring maintenance of JAG accreditation and meeting national standards regarding cancer care.
• The post holder will be integral to delivering and developing JAG training courses as well as providing training and assessment of clinical and medical endoscopy trainees.

We have two endoscopy units with a total of nine procedure rooms. The post holder will be expected to work at both Shrewsbury and Telford Hospitals. Our endoscopy departments are collaborative, supportive team environments with a focus on providing safe, innovative high quality patient care.

Our vision, 'To provide excellent care for the communities we serve,' is not just a statement; it's a promise we live by every day. Guided by our core Values - Partnering, Ambitious, Caring, and Trusted - we're determined to make a real difference in the lives of those who matter most: our patients and their families.

If you're ready to be part of a team that's dedicated to continuous improvement, come join us and let's make a difference together!

For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.

• Registered professional with no restrictions on practice - NMC/HCPC
• JAG accredited endoscopist upper and lower GI endoscopist
• Evidence of Continuing Professional development / qualification relevant to area of speciality ENB A87 / ENB D03 or equivalent HEE Clinical Endoscopist Course
• JAG accredited trainer TGT or TCT
• MSc in Advanced Clinical Practice or equivalent
• Registered Independent prescriber

• Extensive post registration experience within a clinical endoscopist role, evidenced by comprehensive experience and advanced knowledge within Gastroenterology / Endoscopy at Band 8a or above
• High level advanced clinical skills and knowledge
• Evidence of management / leadership skills and autonomous practice
• Experience in teaching specialist skills and training medical / nursing staff
• Evidence of leading audit programmes / research within practice and ability to apply research methodology
• Evidence of service development and practical contributions to the development of endoscopy/gastroenterology services within the last 2 years.
• Highly developed organisational and negotiation skills
• Effective communicator in complex situations
• An awareness and understanding of national and local issues relevant to speciality
• Up to date knowledge and understanding of nursing policy and practice relevant to speciality
• Highly self-motivated, capable of lateral thinking and able to successfully initiate, manage and sustain change

• Experience performing endoscopic procedures
• Highly developed communication skills. Able to deliver a high standard of oral and written communication with confidence to discuss patient management with others in the MDT. This will include evidence of advanced skills to enable the breaking of bad news
• Evidence of…