Clinical Physiologist (Healthcare Science Practitioner Specialist)
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Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Neurophysiology department, at The Walton Centre NHS Foundation Trust, a world leading centre for Neurology and Neurosurgery. The suitably qualified, Clinical Physiologist will join a team in Neurophysiology, undertaking a range of Neurophysiology investigations both on and offsite in the Merseyside area.
All applicants must be trained in all aspects of EEG which includes routine, sleep deprived, activation, portable and ITU EEG recordings. Have experience in performing evoked potential recordings (VEP, BAEP and SSEP) and nerve conduction studies. It is essential that all applicants can demonstrate competency in long term monitoring (ambulatory EEG and video telemetry EEG). The department has a comprehensive Neurophysiology theatre monitoring programme.
All applicants would be expected to contribute towards training of clinical physiologists for Manchester Metropolitan University (PTP) and participate in our active multi-disciplinary clinical audit programme and working at high professional clinical standards at all times.
The post holder must be an enthusiastic and highly motivated individual, experienced in all modalities of neurophysiology at the level of the Practitioner Training Program (PTP) or apprenticeship program in neurophysiology or equivalent and be registered with the Academy of Healthcare Science formerly RCCP.
Main duties of the job
Primarily, the post holder will undertaking ambulatory EEG and video telemetry, and all aspects of routine EEGs, in addition to NCS and EPs.
About us
The Walton Centre NHS Foundation Trust is the only NHS trust to hold dual accreditation for the Investors in People. We invest in people and we invest in wellbeing standards and have been awarded Gold status for both. The Walton Centre is a leader in the treatment and care of neurology and neurosurgery, placing the patient and their family at the heart of everything we do. As the only specialist hospital trust in the UK dedicated to providing comprehensive neurology, neurosurgery, spinal and pain management services we are proud to be rated as an Outstanding Trust by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), and champion change throughout the field of neuroscience. Originally formed in 1992, the Trust received Foundation Trust status in 2009.
With around 1,450 staff, The Walton Centre treats more than 127,000 outpatients and 18,000 inpatients each year. We have leading specialists and incredibly dedicated staff delivering excellent clinical outcomes for brain, spinal and neurological care nationally and internationally. Teams across our site in Fazakerley, Liverpool, offer a world-class service in diagnosing and treating injuries and illnesses affecting the brain, spine and peripheral nerves and muscles, and in supporting people suffering from a wide range of long-term neurological conditions.
Details
Date posted
29 November 2024
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
160-6567039
Job locations
The Walton Centre NHS Foundation Trust
Lower Lane
Fazakerley
L97LJ
Employer details
Employer name
The Walton Centre NHS Foundation Trust
Address
The Walton Centre NHS Foundation Trust
Lower Lane
Fazakerley
L97LJ
Employer's website
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