Job summary
The Clinical Neurophysiology Department provides a responsive service of Neurophysiological studies for adults and children of all ages as out-patients, as well as an active in-patient service which includes referrals from the adult, liver, paediatrics, neonatal, trauma and neuro-intensive care units. Due to the locations of these team this would include working off-site at the various associated hospitals and institutions.
Main duties of the job
We currently require a fully qualified Senior Clinical Physiologist, with significant post-qualification experience, who is willing to take challenge & responsibility to work in a busy department undertaking all the modalities of Neurophysiology testing which will include EEG (ambulant/non-ambulant/portable); Telemetry, Nerve Conduction studies; all modalities of Evoked Potentials. Experience in intensive care monitoring would be an advantage but not essential.
The successful candidate would be expected to work as part of a team for the day-to-day running of the department, and to liaise with the existing Sub-specialty Clinical Physiologist and undertake out-of-hours emergency in patient work, as part of the on-call rota (which includes weekends and Bank holidays).
- The candidate must have a degree qualification in BSc in Clinical Physiology or equivalent qualification.
- You should demonstrate good verbal/written and oral communication skills, with competency and fluency of the English language.
About us
King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of £1 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts a year and more than 15,000 staff based across South East London. The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. The trust-wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reach is our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we aim to take Team King's to another level.
We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people.
King's is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone's contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust's carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To provide a comprehensive range of clinical neurophysiological investigations, including EEG, EMG, Nerve Conductions studies, Evoked potentials, intra-operative monitoring and EEG telemetry both routinely and as part of research programmes, as directed by the Senior Physiologist and to follow the instructions of the Clinical Director. The post is intended to give a broad range of experience in different aspects of clinical neurophysiology, with a wide variety of medical disorders including those which may be neurological and /or psychiatric innature. Duties and Responsibilities
- To undertake duties in the delivery of the clinical neurophysiological service on a day to day basis, under the general direction of the Senior Clinical Physiologist overseeing the Department,
- to participate in providing out of-hours cover as part of an on-call rota.
- Job-holders will be expected to undertake a wide range of standard clinical neurophysiological investigations, independently together with some nonstandard and complex investigations. (In-service training will be provided where appropriate). This work includes bed side recording in different parts of the hospital and off site.
- Supervision of lower grades will be expected in normal circumstances.
- To ensure accurate logging and filing of data from the neurophysiological investigations.
- To be responsible for its availability and integrity, and to follow the regulations relating to the Data Protection Act.
- To keep up to date with the findings in the field of clinical neurophysiology, and to be prepared to learn new techniques. Teaching in techniques new to the post-holder will be provided. Attendance at meetings of the technicians professional bodies and at regional study days, when feasible, is encouraged, as is study for higher qualifications such as HNC in MPPM with the Neurophysiology Module, or a relevant MSc. Attendance at meetings and seminars held in the Department each week is expected, under normal circumstances.
- To undertake the full range of Evoked Potentials (Visual, Brainstem and Somatosensory).A detailed knowledge of these pathways will be required.
- To participate in technician lead Nerve Conduction clinics.
- To participate in teaching organised by the department for technicians, scientific, nursing and medical staff and visitors. To assist in the preparation of materials for teaching or research.
- An opportunity to participate in research projects as part of the Departments programme of Research and Development
Job description
Job responsibilities
To provide a comprehensive range of clinical neurophysiological investigations, including EEG, EMG, Nerve Conductions studies, Evoked potentials, intra-operative monitoring and EEG telemetry both routinely and as part of research programmes, as directed by the Senior Physiologist and to follow the instructions of the Clinical Director. The post is intended to give a broad range of experience in different aspects of clinical neurophysiology, with a wide variety of medical disorders including those which may be neurological and /or psychiatric innature. Duties and Responsibilities
- To undertake duties in the delivery of the clinical neurophysiological service on a day to day basis, under the general direction of the Senior Clinical Physiologist overseeing the Department,
- to participate in providing out of-hours cover as part of an on-call rota.
- Job-holders will be expected to undertake a wide range of standard clinical neurophysiological investigations, independently together with some nonstandard and complex investigations. (In-service training will be provided where appropriate). This work includes bed side recording in different parts of the hospital and off site.
- Supervision of lower grades will be expected in normal circumstances.
- To ensure accurate logging and filing of data from the neurophysiological investigations.
- To be responsible for its availability and integrity, and to follow the regulations relating to the Data Protection Act.
- To keep up to date with the findings in the field of clinical neurophysiology, and to be prepared to learn new techniques. Teaching in techniques new to the post-holder will be provided. Attendance at meetings of the technicians professional bodies and at regional study days, when feasible, is encouraged, as is study for higher qualifications such as HNC in MPPM with the Neurophysiology Module, or a relevant MSc. Attendance at meetings and seminars held in the Department each week is expected, under normal circumstances.
- To undertake the full range of Evoked Potentials (Visual, Brainstem and Somatosensory).A detailed knowledge of these pathways will be required.
- To participate in technician lead Nerve Conduction clinics.
- To participate in teaching organised by the department for technicians, scientific, nursing and medical staff and visitors. To assist in the preparation of materials for teaching or research.
- An opportunity to participate in research projects as part of the Departments programme of Research and Development
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- BSc in Clinical Physiology -Neuro or equivalent degree
- ECNE Part I and/or B- Should be willing to undertake further study
- Scientific training Programme, UK (STP) Qualifications
Desirable
- MSc in Neurophysiology or equivalent
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Broad experience in clinical EEG with significant post qualification including at least one non-standard procedure
- Good general knowledge of Clinical Neurophysiology
- Experience with clinical Eps, NCS and/ or video/EEG telemetry
- Previous NHS experience in Neurophysiology
Desirable
- Experience working off site with minimal/remote supervision
Skills & Competencies
Essential
- Able to communicate well with and relate to patients, including children
- Basic computer (keyboard) skills.
- Good knowledge and fluency in English communications, writing and verbal at IELTS Level 7 (overseas applicant)
- Must be adaptable, forward thinking, able to work well ina team and autonomously
Desirable
- Familiar with Common Neurophysiology diagnostic systems
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- BSc in Clinical Physiology -Neuro or equivalent degree
- ECNE Part I and/or B- Should be willing to undertake further study
- Scientific training Programme, UK (STP) Qualifications
Desirable
- MSc in Neurophysiology or equivalent
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Broad experience in clinical EEG with significant post qualification including at least one non-standard procedure
- Good general knowledge of Clinical Neurophysiology
- Experience with clinical Eps, NCS and/ or video/EEG telemetry
- Previous NHS experience in Neurophysiology
Desirable
- Experience working off site with minimal/remote supervision
Skills & Competencies
Essential
- Able to communicate well with and relate to patients, including children
- Basic computer (keyboard) skills.
- Good knowledge and fluency in English communications, writing and verbal at IELTS Level 7 (overseas applicant)
- Must be adaptable, forward thinking, able to work well ina team and autonomously
Desirable
- Familiar with Common Neurophysiology diagnostic systems
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
