Job overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and ambitious Nurse Colposcopist to lead our colposcopy service in PTHB. The ideal candidate should have experience in and knowledge of colposcopy services, excellent communication skills and have extensive knowledge of the national screening requirements set by the NHS cervical screening programme in Wales.

Main duties of the job

As a Colposcopist and Advanced Practitioner, the post holder will manage their own caseload, providing an autonomous colposcopy service and undertake an independent practitioner-led diagnostic and therapeutic role using highly advanced clinical judgement and highly developed specialist knowledge of this complex speciality. 

They will provide clinical expertise and specialist advice and support across the whole spectrum of the specialty. As an advanced practitioner will be registered and accredited by the British Society for Colposcopy and Cervical Pathology (BSCCP), with accountability for maintaining and improving high quality care for women in the colposcopy setting. Possess highly advanced communication skills, be skilled and experienced in interpersonal relationships and demonstrate the ability to gain the support and cooperation of others. Will receive and act upon complex information generated within the screening programme and provide advice on the further management and follow up of women within the colposcopy service. This will include clinical management, surveillance, and follow-up, based on the interpretation of clinical information.  Provide expert specialist clinical advice within the MDT and use the cervical screening programme CANISC system.

Working for our organisation

Being the smallest Heath Board in Wales means that you won’t get lost in the crowd. Everybody at Powys Teaching Health Board is valued for the contribution they make to our varied and diverse portfolio of community-based services. Together, we can continue to make a real difference to our patients and build on our unrivalled reputation. 

As a supportive and progressive employer, we actively encourage you to carve out a career with us, through a range of development pathways. We’re also lucky enough to be situated in one of the most beautiful rural counties in Britain, let alone Wales! Achieving a healthy ’life work’ balance is essential, and something we recognise by prioritising your well-being.

To start your journey with us, and to learn more about what we can offer you please visit: https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/. There you will find information about our benefits and values, read staff experiences and more about what our beautiful county has to offer.