Health Promotion Practitioner

4 weeks ago

Maidstone Kent, United Kingdom Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust Full time

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Bowel Cancer Screening Specialist Practitioner to join the West Kent & Medway Bowel Cancer Screening Service. The service is hosted by Darent Valley Hospital but covers Maidstone & Tunbridge Wells and Medway.


It is desirable that you are able to demonstrate evidence of having worked with patients with lower GI disease or cancer.
The post holder will be expected to participate in the National Bowel Cancer Screening Specialist Screening Practitioner Training Course within the 1st year in post, and training on the Bowel Cancer Screening Computer System will also be provided. A car driver is essential.


Full time Screening Practitioners working days / shift patterns will be agreed by the line manager to meet the needs of the service. The post will be based at Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust, however it is expected that the screening practitioner will work with a team of screening practitioners and will provide cross cover (travelling to other sites including Dartford & Gravesham NHS Trust and Medway NHS Foundation Trust) and support to other members of the team / lead SSP's across the sites as required.
We strive to employ people who reflect the communities we serve, and aim to create an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential. Whatever your race, ethnicity, belief, generation, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, disability or experience, you'll appreciate the opportunities we give you to work in an inclusive atmosphere. We celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that help us overcome challenges and embrace new possibilities. We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant Pledge and have a commitment to the Armed Forces Community.


We strongly encourage that all our staff are vaccinated against COVID-19 and are vaccinated annually against Flu, in order to protect the health and safety of our staff and patients. Your commitment will help us to put the safety and care of our patients first, as well as helping us to protect you and your colleagues.
Run clinics for patients with abnormal FOB test results to prepare them for colonoscopy.


Attend colonoscopy sessions and record patients pathway ( including data collection such as histology)


Provide clinics for patients who wish to discuss the outcomes of colonoscopy.


Attend flexible sigmoidoscopy screening lists


Establish effective links with local colorectal cancer multi-disciplinary teams in order to ensure that when cancer is detected, there is timely presentation and transfer of patients to the multi-disciplinary team. Provide advice, information and support for those making direct contact with the screening centre.


Apply an in-depth knowledge and enhanced communication skills with patients and carers when breaking bad news and providing psychological support on diagnosis, treatment and symptom management.


Education and Training
Degree in Nursing or working towards
Counselling/health promotion qualification
Basic Counselling Skills

Evidence of participation in quality assurance, audit, or research

Evidence of having worked with/or showing an interest in patients with lower GI disease or cancer


Knowledge of clinical governance, risk management, valid consent, and withdrawal of consent
Evidence of a good standard of Literacy / English language skills
Knowledge of Endoscopy services and/or colorectal cancer nursing would be an advantage

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