Endoscopy Practitioner

Rdehospital; Barnstaple; On-site; GBP 31,000 - GBP 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Barnstaple seeks a motivated Endoscopy Practitioner to join their experienced team. This role involves delivering care for patients undergoing various endoscopy procedures while working flexible hours, including participation in an out-of-hours rota. Candidates must hold NMC or HCPC registration, with endoscopy experience being a plus. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including annual leave, NHS pension, and staff discounts.

Benefits

NHS Pension

Annual leave up to 33 days

Staff discounts

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Must hold an NMC or HCPC registration.
• Endoscopy experience is desirable but not essential as training is provided.
• Ability to work flexible hours including out of hours.

Responsibilities

• Provide pre, peri, and post procedural care for patients.
• Participate in the out of hours rota for emergencies.
• Deliver exceptional patient care in the Endoscopy unit.

Skills

Endoscopy experience

NMC or HCPC registration

Flexible mindset

Excellent patient care

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated endoscopy practitioner to join our Endoscopy unit.

The unit is looking for an enthusiastic, motivated and flexible Registered Nurse, Paramedicor Operating Department Practitioner(ODP) to join our experienced, friendly and dedicated team. If this is you and are seeking a new challenge and are passionate about delivering excellent standards, this could be the role for you.

The Successful candidate must hold an NMC or HCPC registration.

The role involves pre, peri and post procedural care of patients undergoing a variety of endoscopy procedures. Endoscopy can offer support and training to gain the exceptional knowledge and skills required.

The role involves the admission and recovery of the patients and working within the Endoscopy Theatres. The post is rewarding, dynamic and you will get a sense of achievement from the outstanding care you deliver.

About the Role

For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below.

More detail about the role

The unit provides a variety of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures and strives to provide exceptional levels of patient care in order to meet the expanding needs of the local community. We see around 200 patients per week, which includes an out of hours service for upper GI bleeds. You will be expected to partake in the out of hours rota.

In order to arrive in theatres to attend the upper GI bleed emergencies, you will need to live within a 30-minute travel radius (however, on-call rooms can be arranged given enough notice).

Endoscopy experience is desirable but not essential as training is provided.

Working Pattern:Up to 37.5 hours per week (minimum of 30 hours per week)

Interview Date: 19th March 2026

For further information please contact: Cara Richards, Endoscopy Nurse Manager, on 01271 349180 or email [e-mail]

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Preference will be given to staff with ‘Priority’ and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trustand Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

About Us

Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.

We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford). Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within people’s own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).

Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.

Our values are at the heart of everything we do, click here to find out more

It has never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as you will help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.

Looking after you is important to us.

We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.

If you are starting out in the NHS, you’ll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.

You will benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.

We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.

This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we will help you get there.

Salary is not the only financial benefit

You will have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including:

• National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
• Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter
• Car lease schemes.
• The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
• Cycle to work scheme

These are just a few of the benefits available – if the role is something you are interested in, we would love to hear from you.

• Salary Band 5: £31,049 - £37,796 per annum pro rata
• Frequency Annual
• Vacancy Reference 185-63303-12479
• Contract Type Permanent
• Closing Date 23 February, 2026
• Job Category Nursing
• Staff Group Nursing & Midwifery Registered