Overview
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The post holder will be an integral member of the Gastroenterology specialist nursing team, based at Ninewells Hospital and expected to work across NHS Tayside. The role involves managing a caseload of patients with gastro-intestinal disease and will initially include diagnostic/therapeutic Colonoscopy and Capsule Sponge procedures. The post includes training as a Non-Medical Endoscopist, with progression to a substantive role on successful completion of the Non-Medical Endoscopy Training Programme (starting September 2025).
Responsibilities
* Carry out a caseload of patients with gastro-intestinal disease, and initially perform diagnostic/therapeutic Colonoscopy and Capsule Sponge procedures
* Work collaboratively across healthcare boundaries, contributing to research, education, audit and the JAG quality assurance programme
* Collaborate with the Gastroenterology team and provide leadership and effective communication in a multidisciplinary environment
* Participate in training for the Non-Medical Endoscopist and, on successful completion, transition to a substantive Band 7 role
Qualifications
* First Level Registered Nurse, OPD, Allied Health Professional, Physician Associate, Therapeutic Radiographer or Health Care Scientist (GI Physiologist) with evidence of ongoing professional development
* Educated to degree level (or SCQF Level 9 equivalent)
* Professional registration with UK NMC, HCPC or PA MVR
Contract and Entitlements
* Post will be based at Ninewells but expected to work across NHS Tayside
* Annex 21 para 2(i) trainee contract; training programme starting September 2025
* Hours of work: 37 hours per week
* Salary range: currently Band 7 (£50,861 to £59,159 per annum) on successful completion of the training
Additional Information for Candidates
* Informal enquiries to: Wendy Dowdles, Senior Nurse Gastroenterology, 01382 660111 Ext 36557; or Scott Levison, Consultant Gastroenterologist, 01382 660111 Bleep 4839
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