About this role
Job summary
Endoscopy Assistant Band 3
33 Hours
Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust
A fantastic opportunity has arisen within our Endoscopy Unit at Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust for three Endoscopy Assistants to join our established and supportive Endoscopy team.
Our Endoscopy Unit is JAG accredited and comprises a three-room Endoscopy suite, delivering both diagnostic and therapeutic procedures for a wide range of patients. Along with a preoperative assessment service
The primary purpose of this role is to provide a high-quality, effective service in support of clinical procedures undertaken within the Endoscopy Unit. The successful candidates will be motivated, enthusiastic individuals who are able to work effectively as part of a well-established multidisciplinary team. Excellent communication skills and a proactive approach to supporting the day-to-day operation of the service are essential.
Applicants must possess strong interpersonal and communication skills and demonstrate a commitment to delivering high standards of patient care. We are keen to recruit highly motivated individuals who are dedicated to their professional development and willing to work towards completing an Endoscopy portfolio of evidence. Comprehensive training and ongoing support will be provided.
Main duties of the job
Band 3 Endoscopy assistant
POST: BAND: 3
REPORTS TO & RESPONSIBLE TO Unit Manager
ACCOUNTABLE TO : Matron
JOB SUMMARY:
To assist qualified nursing staff and consultants to deliver direct/indirect quality clinical care to patients undergoing procedures within the specialty of Endoscopy. Working without direct supervision but within defined limits and competence for the post using own initiative.
Assessment, delivery and recording of direct and indirect care to patients undergoing diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy procedures as delegated by registered nurse/consultant.
Contribute to care of patients in transition from one care setting to another. Work within defined limits and competence whilst using own initiative with remote supervision by the sister or other registered nurse.
The primary focus of this role is to provide an effective and high quality services in relation to the specified clinical procedures within the Endoscopy service. This involves undertaking a range of clinical procedures where there is a requirement to have knowledge of the procedure, and due to the nature of the procedure being undertaken, a requirement to have a knowledge of how to deal with related non-routine activities, such as dealing with complications, answering questions, or monitoring progress during/following the procedure.
About us
Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust serves a community of 250,000 people across Tameside & Glossop. We provide a range of services both within the hospital and across our community for both adults and children.Our vision is to improve health outcomes for our population and influence wider determinants of health through collaboration with our health & care partners.
We have a clear set of values & behaviours which we expect all of our staff to demonstrate:
Compassion Accountability Respect Excellence
We believe that the best organisations are those that reflect the communities they serve. We are therefore seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce to make it truly representative of our local population.
We actively encourage applications irrespective of race, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage & civil partnership, or pregnancy or maternity. Recognising those communities that are underrepresented within our workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian & minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+& Disabled people.
Benefits include; flexible working, 27-33 days annual leave plus bank holidays, sick pay, NHS Pension Scheme, free eye tests and health checks, gym discount, free bicycle loan scheme, salary sacrifice car scheme, support with stress, bereavement, relationships, finance, and much more.
Job description Job responsibilities
SECTION 1- MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assist individual patients with all care needs within department under the indirect supervision of a registered nurse or other registered professional.
Contribute to the ongoing support of patients and their relatives during their time in the department and during transition to other care environments.
Provide assistance and support of patients during long and potentially difficult procedures for e.g. Colonoscopies and ERCPS which require monitoring the condition/progress of the patient during the procedure.
Assist with obtaining, transmitting and storing information related to the delivery of a care service.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Level 3 study in a health care related subject/NVQ level 3
Desirable
Knowledge of JAG/GRS
Experience Essential
Portfolio of evidence showing achievements in nursing patients with varied health care problems. Working in a hospital environment
Desirable
Experience of working in Endoscopy. Gin portfolio
Knowledge of Endoscopy procedures. Essential
Knowledge of Endoscopy procedures.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details Employer name Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust
Address Endoscopy Unit
Hartshead south Fountain street
manchester
OL6 9RW
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.tamesidehospital.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)