NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.
The role:
This is a busy unit providing a wide range of diagnostic, therapeutic and acute upper and lower Endoscopic procedures for in-patients and out-patients in collaboration with the specialties of Gastroenterology, Colorectal Surgery, Upper GI surgery.
This post will offer the post holder an opportunity to work within a high skilled and motivated team delivering high quality care to their patients. The post holder will be involved in maintaining high standards of patient care using audit, risk management and evidence based practice.
Some knowledge of Endoscopy, General Surgery and Gastroenterology is desirable for this role although training will be given. It is essential that you are currently a Registered Nurse with the NMC and that you have relevant post registration experience.
You need to have a live NMC UK pin in order to be considered for this post.
Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:
- Location based in Queen Elizabeth University hospital
- Part-time positions
- The shift pattern will need to meet the needs of the service
- Please note the salary is Pro Rata for part time hours.
Key responsibilities:
Practice in accordance with Professional Codes of Practice i.e. Nursing & Midwifery Council, Health Professionals Council.
Act autonomously and is wholly accountable for his/her clinical practice taking opportunities to sustain and improve knowledge and professional competence.
Utilise specialist clinical skills to carry out endoscopy care for patients in a safe and effective manner.
Expected to delegate appropriately to junior/support staff showing a full understanding of staff abilities before delegation of duties from patient care plan.
Utilising the specialist endoscopy care plans the Postholder will develop programmes of care by assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating specialist patient care to be carried out by themselves and other members of staff.
When following specialist programmes of care developed by multidisciplinary team the Postholder must use initiative, knowledge and current best practice to adjust care to suit patients needs.
Plan and prepare a safe, clean environment in the clinical area to ensure a high standard of patient care is delivered, by utilising personnel, clinical experience and organisational skills.
Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job:
Essential
AND/OR
- Educated to Diploma/ Degree level or working towards
Desirable
- A keen interest in learning and developing Specialist knowledge and skills in Endoscopy both clinical and technical (instrumentation/equipment).
- Must undertake and complete successfully both Generic and Specific endoscopy competencies including signed assessments and action plans.
Show an interest in research, audit and evidence based practice to be aware of how best practice and standards are being applied within own area.
Must have good organisational and planning skills.
Gain knowledge of administration processes required for day to day operation of own area such as pharmacy indents, endoscopy monitoring forms, audit forms etc. This will be gained from on the job experience and study day attendance to comply with department protocols and evaluate and improve patient care.
What we offer:
We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.
As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:
- A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
- Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
- Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses
- Enhanced pay for working public holidays
- NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
- Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies
Interested?
If you would like to find out more, we would love to hear from you.
For an informal discussion, please contact:
Sophie Brand, Senior Charge Nurse, On 0141 452 3275 or email Sophie.Brand@nhs.scot
Interviews will be taking place in-person.
Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process: Information for candidates
This post may close early to the volume of response. Please submit your application form as soon as possible. Due to the volume of applications that we receive, we will not be able to provide shortlisting feedback.
From 1 April 2026, the Agenda for Change full-time working week will reduce from 37 hours to 36 hours. Part-time working hours will be reduced on a pro-rata basis. A corresponding increase in the hourly rate will apply, ensuring that overall pay remains unchanged.
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) recognises the importance of work-life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. For roles where less than full-time hours can be accommodated, and where the tenure is listed as “various”, we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements. Flexible working will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and are proud of the diverse workforce we employ.
By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We welcome applications from across the Armed Forces Community and recognise military skills, experience and qualifications throughout the recruitment and selection process.
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