<p>Completion of the Joint Advisory Group (JAG) on Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Training System Workforce (JETSW) programme.</p>

Portfolio

Reflective Essay

<ul><li>Professional issues within endoscopy, the role of the HCA</li><li>Anatomy &amp; physiology of the upper and lower G.I. tract.</li><li>Common endoscopy clinical presentations</li><li>Pre-assessment for upper and lower GI endoscopy</li><li>American Society of Anaesthesiologists score (ASA)</li><li>Preparations for upper or lower GI endoscopy</li><li>Endoscopy principles and practice</li><li>Recognition of deteriorating patient</li><li>Diathermy and the role of the HCA</li><li>Decontamination and infection control</li><li>Patient Centred Care</li><li>Endoscopy Non-Technical Skills (ENT’s)</li><li>Human factors and risk management</li><li>Referral, screening and surveillance pathways.</li><li>Consent</li><li>Communication</li><li>Role of the HCA in recovery and discharge post endoscopy.</li><li>Clinical governance., improving quality and safety in endoscopy</li><li>Green endoscopy</li><li>Academic writing skills, reflection</li><li>JETSW portfolio</li></ul>

Endoscopy Practice  - 42386MMDV

Endoscopy Practice 

Demonstrate appropriate professional boundaries, roles and responsibilities when working within an Endoscopy unit.

Effectively demonstrate the principles of decontamination

Understand and apply the principles of holistic care for patients undergoing endoscopic procedures in line with the requirements of the JETS workforce competency profile (level 1).

Demonstrate effective skills of  reflection on personal performance and development.