Nurse Endoscopist - Upper and Lower GI
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Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust Nurse Endoscopist - Upper and Lower GI
The closing date is 27 September 2026
Job summary
The Endoscopy Service at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust is seeking an experienced and highly competent Clinical Endoscopist to join our expanding multidisciplinary team.
This is a substantive service delivery post requiring established autonomous practice rather than a developmental training opportunity.
Applicants must hold relevant JAG accreditation, demonstrate current independent endoscopy practice, achievement of national quality indicators, and the clinical judgement required to manage patients safely throughout the endoscopy pathway.
The successful candidate will undertake independent diagnostic and therapeutic gastrointestinal endoscopy on sedated and non-sedated patients within their defined scope of practice. They must demonstrate sound knowledge of GI pathology, endoscopic indications, recognition and management of significant findings and complications and appropriate escalation of clinical concerns.
The role requires a strong commitment to patient safety, evidence-based practice, professional accountability and continuous professional development in accordance with NMC requirements, JAG standards and Trust policies.This is an excellent opportunity to join a progressive endoscopy service focused on clinical excellence, education, innovation, patient experience and quality improvement.
Main duties of the job
- The post is 1.0 WTE and the post-holder will normally undertake five endoscopy lists per week, with participation in agreed rotational backfill arrangements. Applications for part-time or job-share arrangements will be considered where service requirements can be met.
- The post holder will contribute to referral validation, surveillance activity, clinical governance, audit, quality improvement and service development.
- They will work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team and support the education and training of trainee clinical endoscopists, nursing staff and junior medical colleagues.
About us
At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care.
Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.
We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share. Please talk to us at interview.
Environmental sustainabilityClimate change and poor air quality is a health emergency that harms people's health and wellbeing and widens health inequalities. The Trust is also committed to reducing its impact on the environment by reducing our greenhouse gas emissions to Net Zero by 2045. All our employees have a role to play, and we have an active green network that supports staff to act in ways that ensures that our services are efficient, sustainable and reduce our impact on the environment www.imperial.nhs.uk/about-us/our-strategy/green-plan.
Details
Date posted
16 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 8a
Salary
£66,274 to £73,496 a year pa inclusive
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
290-MIC-2244
Job locations
Trust wide
London
W12 0HS
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.
For both overviews, please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.
For both overviews, please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
Person Specification
Education/ qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse (level 1)
- Post registration qualification in specialty
- Educated to postgraduate diploma/degree level or equivalent experience
- JAG accredited
- Non-medical prescribing
Desirable
- Recognised teaching/assessing qualification
- Management certificate or equivalent experience
- Train the trainers in endoscopy
Experience
Essential
- Up to date knowledge and experience in lower GI endoscopy
- Clinical leadership at a senior level in an acute setting including people, financial and change management
- Experience of running nurse-led clinics
- Experience of undertaking audits of research, as necessary e.g. audits of clinical incidents
- Experience of involvement in the development and reviewing of appropriate guidelines, protocols and pathways
- Experience of managing investigations and resolving complaints
- Experience in quality assurance projects
- Experience of providing health advice
- Experience of deputising in a senior role
Desirable
- Service improvement experience
- Experience in analysing and presenting data to a range of audiences
Skills
Essential
- Independent Upper and Lower GI colonoscopist, JAG accredited
- Technical ability to be able to learn to handle an endoscope and troubleshoot problems that may occur with the working of the instrument
Education/ qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse (level 1)
- Post registration qualification in specialty
- Educated to postgraduate diploma/degree level or equivalent experience
- JAG accredited
- Non-medical prescribing
Desirable
- Recognised teaching/assessing qualification
- Management certificate or equivalent experience
- Train the trainers in endoscopy
Experience
Essential
- Up to date knowledge and experience in lower GI endoscopy
- Clinical leadership at a senior level in an acute setting including people, financial and change management
- Experience of running nurse-led clinics
- Experience of undertaking audits of research, as necessary e.g. audits of clinical incidents
- Experience of involvement in the development and reviewing of appropriate guidelines, protocols and pathways
- Experience of managing investigations and resolving complaints
- Experience in quality assurance projects
- Experience of providing health advice
- Experience of deputising in a senior role
Desirable
- Service improvement experience
- Experience in analysing and presenting data to a range of audiences
Skills
Essential
- Independent Upper and Lower GI colonoscopist, JAG accredited
- Technical ability to be able to learn to handle an endoscope and troubleshoot problems that may occur with the working of the instrument
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust
Address
Trust wide
London
W12 0HS
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.imperial.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust
Address
Trust wide
London
W12 0HS
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.imperial.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Lead Clinical Endoscopist
Shamima Padaruth
Details
Date posted
16 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 8a
Salary
£66,274 to £73,496 a year pa inclusive
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
290-MIC-2244
Job locations
Trust wide
London
W12 0HS
United Kingdom
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