Job summary
This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic qualified Clinical Physiologist/Scientist to become part of a friendly team at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust.
The post holder will be based at Charing Cross Hospital and will be a key member of a team providing multi-site Clinical Neurophysiology services and committment to quality improvement in line with our current pursuit of UKAS accreditaion.
We provide the full range of neurophysiological investigations for adults and children, including Electroencephalography (EEG), Nerve Conduction Studies (NCS), multi-modal Evoked Potentials (EPs), Ambulatory and Video-Telemetry.
The ideal candidate will have excellent communication and team working skills and will work collaboratively with the Lead Clinical Physiologist and other healthcare professionals to maintain and improve service provision.
The post holder should have a B.Sc in Clinical Neurophysiology with AHCS registration or be a HCPC registered Clinical Scientist.
Main duties of the job
- Plan, perform and interpret a range of neurophysiological investigations to a high level of competence for patients from a wide range of ages and of varying abilities, taking remedial actions where necessary.
- Contribute to the efficient and effective management of physical resources within the department, including ordering of consumables, restocking and managing deliveries.
- Assist with the training and supervision of neurophysiology staff, trainees and other visiting staff groups e.g. student nurses, doctors or allied health professionals.
- Participate in audit and contribute to the regular review of department protocols.
- Contribute to clinical trials, research and development programmes where necessary.
- Facilitate patient and public involvement in the development of the neurophysiology service, reviewing patient feedback including friends and family data and assisting with service improvements in response.
- Assist in the investigation of complaints, conflicts and issues reporting findings in a timely and appropriate manner in line with Trust policy and take remedial action as appropriate.
About us
At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care.
Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.
We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share. Please talk to us at interview.
Environmental sustainabilityClimate change and poor air quality is a health emergency that harms people's health and wellbeing and widens health inequalities. The Trust is also committed to reducing its impact on the environment by reducing our greenhouse gas emissions to Net Zero by 2045. All our employees have a role to play, and we have an active green network that supports staff to act in ways that ensures that our services are efficient, sustainable and reduce our impact on the environment www.imperial.nhs.uk/about-us/our-strategy/green-plan.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.
For both overviews, please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
Person Specification
Education/ Qualifications
Essential
- BSc Clinical Physiology (Neurophysiology) or equivalent formal specialist training(other appropriate qualifications e.g. BTEC HND/C in MPPM/or equivalent experience + professional exam ECNE Part I & Part II or plus knowledge of specialist procedures acquired through additional courses, training or experience.
- AHCS/HCPC registration
Desirable
- MSc Clinical Science in Neurophysiology gained as part of the STP
Experience
Essential
- Broad experience of at least 2 years.
- Can perform a range of investigations including routine, sleep-deprived, prolonged and portable EEGs without supervision and provide an accurate report.
- Undertakes all modalities of EPs and NCS (with more complex investigations under supervision).
- Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary team.
- Experience of the daily management of defined work area.
Desirable
- Experience in longterm monitoring, including diagnostic video-telemetry & ambulatory EEG.
- Experience of supervising or teaching students or trainees.
Skills/Knowledge/ Abilities
Essential
- Good oral and written communication skills. Ability to communicate and relate well to all patients including babies & children.
- Able to present information effectively. Good computer skills and technological competence including knowledge of Windows, and Office computer software.
- Competent in the operation of diagnostic equipment in the department and on the ward.
- A good grounding in Clinical Neurophysiology. Able to produce effective written reports (e.g. IELTS level 7 exam or equivalent, where English is not the first language).
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
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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
Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust
Address
Charing Cross Hospital
London
W6 8RF
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.imperial.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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