Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust for an enthusiastic, qualified, and experienced Clinical Scientist / GI Physiologist to join the rapidly expanding Neurogastroenterology Team, on a part-time basis (21hrs/wk)to provide specialist care and gastrointestinal diagnostic services within the Trust.
This new position is designed to strengthen and support the Tertiary Neurogastroenterology clinical service. The service receives referrals from all over the United Kingdom and provides motility diagnostics for patients across the North West. The unit is a nationally accredited training centre for the Health Education England Scientist Training Programme in GI physiology and we have trainee GI physiologists in post, at different stages of training.
Particular strengths of the unit include the range of clinical tests, a strong focus on clinical interpretation of physiological tests, the range of clinical services and complimentary services all within a single unit. There is a strong emphasis on multidisciplinary team working and quality improvement. As well as being a tertiary referral centre for neurogastroenterology and motility, there is a tertiary pelvic floor colorectal surgical unit with expertise in advanced treatments including specialist pelvic floor physiotherapy, rectal irrigation, and neuromodulation, and access to endoanal ultrasound.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will undertake a variety of clinical measurement procedures including high-resolution oesophageal manometry, ambulatory oesophageal pH and impedance monitoring, Rumination studies, BRAVO pH monitoring, high resolution anorectal manometry, hydrogen / methane breath testing, transit studies and behavioural therapy interventions.
The successful candidate will assist with the provision of adult GI Motility investigations including scheduling appointments, performing procedures, and reporting investigations. The post holder will need to demonstrate a range of practical skills required to provide the service and also be competent to provide training and supervision to trainees.
Excellent written communication skills, the ability to lead and train junior staff and be able to organise a busy workload whilst remaining calm under pressure are essential qualities for this post. The successful candidate must be self-motivated and able to motivate other team members to meet service needs and demands. They must also be flexible, with a positive attitude.
The post holder must demonstrate evidence of being a strong team player with plenty of initiative, imagination and determination to make a difference. Opportunities for development will be encouraged and supported for the successful candidate.
About us
MFT is one of the largest NHS Trusts in England with a turnover of £2.8bn & is on a different scale than most other NHS Trusts. We're creating an exceptional integrated health & social care system for the 1 million patients who rely on our services every year.
Bringing together 10 hospitals & community services from across Manchester, Trafford & beyond, we champion collaborative working & transformation, encouraging our 30,000 workforce to pursue their most ambitious goals. We set standards that other Trusts seek to emulate so you'll benefit from a scale of opportunity that is nothing short of extraordinary.
We've also created a digitally enabled organisation to improve clinical quality, patient & staff experience, operational effectiveness & driving research, and innovation through the introduction of Hive; our Electronic Patient Record system which launched in September 2022.
We're proud to be a major academic Research Centre & Education provider, providing you with a robust infrastructure to encourage and facilitate high-quality research programmes. What's more, we're excited to be embarking on our Green Plan which sets out how MFT continues to play its part in making healthcare more sustainable.At MFT, we create and foster a culture of inclusion and belonging, provide equal opportunities for career development that are fair, open, and transparent, protecting your health and wellbeing and shaping the future of our organisation together.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guide that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.
Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating, and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, email our team at resourcing@mft.nhs.uk.
Were looking forward to hearing from you!
Job description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guide that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.
Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating, and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, email our team at resourcing@mft.nhs.uk.
Were looking forward to hearing from you!
Person Specification
Essential
Essential
- Qualified G.I Physiologist (AHCS or HCPC)
- Knowledge of Functional GI disorders
- Knowledge of current treatments in upper and lower GI disorders
- Experience in performing, analysing and reporting on upper and lower GI physiology investigations
- Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
- Strong I.T and literacy skills
- Data interpretation skills
Desirable
- RCCP or Accredited independent practitioner with AGIP
- Evidence of continuing professional development
- Evidence of published research
- Previous experience with BRAVO capsule pH monitoring
- Previous experience in GI behavioural therapies
- Research and analytical skills
Person Specification
Essential
Essential
- Qualified G.I Physiologist (AHCS or HCPC)
- Knowledge of Functional GI disorders
- Knowledge of current treatments in upper and lower GI disorders
- Experience in performing, analysing and reporting on upper and lower GI physiology investigations
- Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
- Strong I.T and literacy skills
- Data interpretation skills
Desirable
- RCCP or Accredited independent practitioner with AGIP
- Evidence of continuing professional development
- Evidence of published research
- Previous experience with BRAVO capsule pH monitoring
- Previous experience in GI behavioural therapies
- Research and analytical skills
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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).
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
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
MFT - Wytheshawe - Neurogastroenterology Unit
Southmoor Road
Wythenshawe, Manchester
M23 9LT
Employer's website
https://mft.nhs.uk/careers/ (Opens in a new tab)
