Endoscopy Practitioner


Company:	NHS Jobs
Salary:	Negotiable
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Ilford, IG1 2DG
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	26 Oct 2026
Closing date:	9 Nov 2026

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Summary

As an Endoscopy Practitioner you will: Prepare clinical areas and equipment in line with daily clinical activities and infection control protocols. Participate in patient admissions, take baseline observations, and request sedation when competent. Assist the Endoscopist/Gastroenterologist in the procedure room by preparing instruments, supporting scope handling, ensuring optimal patient positioning, and maintaining patient safety and dignity throughout the procedure. Contribute to the teams tasks to ensure that the endoscopy list flows smoothly and efficiently and according to CHECs standard operating procedures and other policies. Participate in CQC and JAG accreditation and continuing competency training requirements through the JETs framework. Provide direct assistance during procedures, anticipating the needs of the clinician and supporting patient monitoring, including during sedation. Monitor and respond to patient needs in the recovery area, ensuring safe and effective post-procedure care including observation of vital signs, managing recovery from sedation, and providing discharge instructions. To be successful in this role you will need: To be a registered practitioner with the NMC or HCPC. Attention to detail and an eagerness and ability to learn. A desire to develop and expand your clinical skills through ongoing training and professional development opportunities. Ideally previous experience working in an endoscopy unit, including both procedure room and recovery area responsibilities. A passion for delivering excellent patient care and contributing to a positive working environment. The ability to remain calm, focused, and responsive in a fast-paced, patient-centred environment. A proactive, flexible approach to teamwork and an eagerness to support service improvement initiatives. Confidence in assisting with conscious sedation and the post-procedure monitoring of patients recovering from sedation. Why work for us? 25 days holidays plus bank holidays Buy and sell annual leave scheme Annual Company Bonus scheme MediCash Refer a friend scheme Company pension Company sick pay scheme Life assurance scheme Bluelight Card- 100s of discount and cashback options Performance review with a training and development plan Employee discounts portal Gym membership discounts Cycle to work scheme Tech scheme

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