Endoscopy Practitioner (Nurse/ Operating Department Practitioner)

Lehrmancameron; Llanelli; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A university health board in Llanelli seeks a motivated registered nurse or ODP to join their Endoscopy Unit. The successful candidate will provide exceptional pre, peri, and post-procedure care while working within a supportive team. The role offers opportunities for ongoing training in gastroenterology and specialization in endoscopic procedures. Applicants who can communicate in Welsh are encouraged, but English speakers are also welcome. This position provides a competitive salary within a permanent, full-time contract.

Qualifications

• Current NMC/HCPC registration required.
• Experience in providing holistic nursing care.
• Interest in developing personal and professional skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivering pre, peri, and post-procedure care to patients.
• Work with a team of medical professionals on endoscopy procedures.
• Engage in training courses to develop skills in gastroenterology.

Skills

Nursing care

Gastroenterology knowledge

Patient communication

Education

Degree in Adult Nursing or ODP

Job description

Job Summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated and enthusiastic registered nurse/ODP to join the team within the Endoscopy Unit at Prince Philip Hospital. The successful individual will work within a team assisting to deliver the highest standards of pre, peri and post-procedure care to patients undergoing a variety of Endoscopy procedures. This busy unit can work over six days a week, offering a service to both out-patients and in-patients offering diagnostic and therapeutic procedures for adults.

Main duties of the job

Endoscopy can offer support and training, to gain exceptional knowledge and skills in gastroenterology, inclusive of the anatomy and physiology of the human body, whilst assessing and treating a range of health conditions. Endoscopy undertakes a range of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures such as gastroscopy, flexible sigmoidoscopy, colonoscopy, bronchoscopy and Urology.

Your day will be varied spending time with Gastroenterologists, Surgeons, Nurse Endoscopists and Bowel Screening Wales practitioners. We offer a range of endoscopy training courses, from basic skills to advanced skills. All endoscopy staff follow a standard competency pathway with an allocated mentor and undertake training in accordance with their development needs.

This post offers the opportunity to further develop skills, such as management skills, Bowel screening skills and specialist endoscopy skills, giving you a range of future prospects in nursing.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Interviews to be held on 30/12/2025.

About Us

Hywel Dda University Health Board plans and provides NHS healthcare services for people living in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, and bordering counties. We have over 13,000 staff and together we provide primary, community, in-hospital, mental health and learning disabilities services. We work in partnership with the three local authorities, as well as public, private and third sector colleagues, including our valued team of volunteers.

Our Services Are Provided In:

• Four main hospitals: Bronglais Hospital in Aberystwyth; Glangwili Hospital in Carmarthen; Prince Philip Hospital in Llanelli; and Withybush Hospital in Haverfordwest
• Five community hospitals: Amman Valley and Llandovery hospitals in Carmarthenshire; Tregaron Hospital in Ceredigion; and Tenby and South Pembrokeshire hospitals in Pembrokeshire
• Two integrated care centres: Aberaeron and Cardigan in Ceredigion, and several other community settings
• 47 general practices (six of which are health board managed practices); dental practices (including four orthodontic); 97 community pharmacies; 43 general ophthalmic practices; and 8 ophthalmic domiciliary providers
• Numerous mental health and learning disabilities services

Details

Date posted: 08 December 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for change

Band: Band 5

Salary: £31,516 to £38,364 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time

Reference number: 100-NMR389-1225

Job locations: Prince Philip Hospital, Bryngwyn Mawr, Llanelli, SA14 8QF

Job Description

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents. The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers. The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.

Person Specification

Essential

• Current NMC/ HCPC registration
• Degree in Adult Nursing / Higher Education Diploma / Degree in Operating Department Practice

Desirable

• Evidence of post registration study and training
• Teaching / Assessor qualification

Experience

Essential

• Pre-registration evidence in direct nursing care
• Experience of providing holistic nursing care
• Interest in developing personal and professional skills

Desirable

• Clear understanding of clinical governance framework
• Implement evidence based practice
• Previous Endoscopy or Theatre experience

Language Skills

Desirable

• Welsh speaker (Level 1)

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).

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: Hywel Dda University Health Board

Address: Prince Philip Hospital, Bryngwyn Mawr, Llanelli, SA14 8QF

Employer's website: https://hduhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)