Job Type: Locum Temporary
Region: Northern Ireland
NHS Banding (AFC): 8a
Specialism: Nurse
Salary Range (Per Year): Competitive

Job Title: Nurse Endoscopist

Band: Band 8A
Location: Northern Health and Social Care Trust (Northern Ireland)
Contract Type: Full-Time, Temporary or Fixed-Term (Agency)
Salary: Competitive


About the Role:
We are currently seeking an experienced and highly skilled Nurse Endoscopist (Band 8A) to support service delivery within the Northern Health and Social Care Trust. This is a key clinical role designed to help address a service gap in the Trust’s endoscopy provision.

The successful candidate will lead on the delivery of safe, effective, and patient-focused diagnostic and therapeutic upper and lower GI endoscopy procedures, working autonomously within a multidisciplinary environment.


Essential Requirements:
To be considered for this role, candidates must meet the following criteria:

  • Registered Nurse on Part 1 (Adult) of the live NMC Register
  • Minimum of 5 years post-registration experience
  • At least 3 years’ experience in delivering both diagnostic and therapeutic upper and lower GI endoscopy
  • A recognised qualification to independently perform gastroscopy and colonoscopy
  • JETS-registered and JAG-accredited for both gastroscopy and colonoscopy
  • Completion of JAG Basic Skills Courses in both gastroscopy and colonoscopy
  • V300 Independent Non-Medical Prescribing Qualification
  • Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle

What We Offer:

  • Opportunity to work in a respected NHS Trust with supportive multidisciplinary teams
  • Competitive Band 8A pay rates
  • Flexible agency engagement (inside NHS frameworks)
  • Opportunity to make a meaningful clinical impact in a high-demand service area

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