Job summary
Hours: 37.5hours (Full time/part time considered, fixed term maternity cover, up to 12 months)
An opportunity has arisen for a suitably qualified, enthusiastic and highly motivated individual to cover maternity leave on a fixed term contract lasting up to 12 months. The department is based at the Leicester Royal Infirmary, providing a regional service, and offers a comprehensive range of investigations.
Applicants should be a qualified Clinical Physiologist in Neurophysiology. You should also have or be in the process of obtaining AHCS or HCPC professional registration.
For more information or to arrange an informal visit please contact Tracey Barlow, Neurophysiology Service Manager on 0116 2585621.
Main duties of the job
As a specialist clinical physiologist you will be undertaking a range of clinical investigations including:
- Routine, sleep and portable EEG recording on patients of all ages with a wide variety of medical conditions.
- Multi-modality evoked potentials
- Physiologist led CTS screening
- Ambulatory EEG recording
- Assisting with paediatric Video Telemetry
The suitable candidate will be competent and experienced in both basic and specialised techniques (although training can be provided) and experience of working with children would be an advantage.
About us
Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).
We have four primary goals:
- high-quality care for all,
- being a great place to work,
- partnerships for impact, and
- research and education excellence
And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.
Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
- we are compassionate,
- we are proud,
- we are inclusive, and
- we are one team
This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.
About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:
https://www.uhleicester.nhs.uk
Job description
Job responsibilities
Performs a range of complex and highly complex diagnostic neurophysiological investigations on patients of all ages from a range of specialties suffering from a wide variety of medical disorders including those with may be neurological, psychiatric and/or learning difficult in nature.
These will be undertaken in the dedicated environment of the neurophysiological unit or in a non-dedicated environment i.e. wards and intensive therapy unit in the Trust (some cross site working will be required).
Job description
Job responsibilities
Performs a range of complex and highly complex diagnostic neurophysiological investigations on patients of all ages from a range of specialties suffering from a wide variety of medical disorders including those with may be neurological, psychiatric and/or learning difficult in nature.
These will be undertaken in the dedicated environment of the neurophysiological unit or in a non-dedicated environment i.e. wards and intensive therapy unit in the Trust (some cross site working will be required).
Person Specification
Training & Qualifications
Essential
- BTEC HNC/D in MPPM/BSc Hons Clinical Physiology (Neurophysiology BSc (Hons)
- Clinical Physiology (Neurophysiology) or equivalent formal specialist training (other appropriate qualifications e.g. BTEC HNC/D in MPPM/or equivalent experience + professional exam ECNE Part I) plus knowledge of specialist procedures acquired through specialist courses or training/experience) or equivalent
- ECNE Part I
- AHCS Registration
Desirable
- ECNE Part II
- Msc or equivalent
- Training and Assessing qualification.
- Specialist training/courses
Experience
Essential
- Appropriate post qualification experience
- Ability to perform a basic range of Neurophysiological investigations.
- Practical experience and familiarity with the range of basic Neurophysiological investigations
- Able to perform routine EEG investigations without supervision in the laboratory and on the ward
- Able to perform non-routine and emergency EEG investigations, multi-modality evoked potentials, basic Nerve Conduction Studies and assist with EMG and NCS clinics
Desirable
- Supervisory experience
- Specialist skills and/or knowledge within a specialist field of interest.
- Formal teaching and/or supervision of junior staff
Communication and relationship skills
Essential
- Sensitive understanding of children as well as adults who may be suffering from a wide variety of medical disorders including those which may be neurological or psychiatric in nature
- Ability to communicate complex and sensitive information in a variety of forms to patients, relatives and carers including children and patients with learning or physical disabilities
Desirable
Analytical and Judgement skills
Essential
- Able to interpret specialist Neurophysiological investigation results and patient conditions.
- Able to undertake complex hand/eye co-ordination tasks such as electrode placement and dexterity and co-ordination for use of diagnostic equipment e.g. applying large number of electrodes on a neonate in special care conditions
- IT literate
Physical skills
Essential
- Requires highly developed physical skills including accurate eye to hand coordination
- Able to maintain prolonged concentration for specific tasks
Planning and organisation skills
Essential
- Ability to work alone or in a team
- Good attendance record
- Able to manage workload and time effectively.
Desirable
- Ability to work autonomously, co-ordinate, plan and prioritise
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Essential
- Able to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs.
- All staff are expected to engage in compassionate and inclusive leadership in the provision of high quality care and interactions with others
Other requirements specific to the role
Essential
- Enthusiastic
- Ability to work with exposure to unpleasant conditions such as body odours, body fluids, aggression (verbal and occasionally physical) and contained chemicals
Desirable
- Forward looking
- Organised
Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours
Essential
- Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours
Person Specification
Training & Qualifications
Essential
- BTEC HNC/D in MPPM/BSc Hons Clinical Physiology (Neurophysiology BSc (Hons)
- Clinical Physiology (Neurophysiology) or equivalent formal specialist training (other appropriate qualifications e.g. BTEC HNC/D in MPPM/or equivalent experience + professional exam ECNE Part I) plus knowledge of specialist procedures acquired through specialist courses or training/experience) or equivalent
- ECNE Part I
- AHCS Registration
Desirable
- ECNE Part II
- Msc or equivalent
- Training and Assessing qualification.
- Specialist training/courses
Experience
Essential
- Appropriate post qualification experience
- Ability to perform a basic range of Neurophysiological investigations.
- Practical experience and familiarity with the range of basic Neurophysiological investigations
- Able to perform routine EEG investigations without supervision in the laboratory and on the ward
- Able to perform non-routine and emergency EEG investigations, multi-modality evoked potentials, basic Nerve Conduction Studies and assist with EMG and NCS clinics
Desirable
- Supervisory experience
- Specialist skills and/or knowledge within a specialist field of interest.
- Formal teaching and/or supervision of junior staff
Communication and relationship skills
Essential
- Sensitive understanding of children as well as adults who may be suffering from a wide variety of medical disorders including those which may be neurological or psychiatric in nature
- Ability to communicate complex and sensitive information in a variety of forms to patients, relatives and carers including children and patients with learning or physical disabilities
Desirable
Analytical and Judgement skills
Essential
- Able to interpret specialist Neurophysiological investigation results and patient conditions.
- Able to undertake complex hand/eye co-ordination tasks such as electrode placement and dexterity and co-ordination for use of diagnostic equipment e.g. applying large number of electrodes on a neonate in special care conditions
- IT literate
Physical skills
Essential
- Requires highly developed physical skills including accurate eye to hand coordination
- Able to maintain prolonged concentration for specific tasks
Planning and organisation skills
Essential
- Ability to work alone or in a team
- Good attendance record
- Able to manage workload and time effectively.
Desirable
- Ability to work autonomously, co-ordinate, plan and prioritise
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Essential
- Able to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs.
- All staff are expected to engage in compassionate and inclusive leadership in the provision of high quality care and interactions with others
Other requirements specific to the role
Essential
- Enthusiastic
- Ability to work with exposure to unpleasant conditions such as body odours, body fluids, aggression (verbal and occasionally physical) and contained chemicals
Desirable
- Forward looking
- Organised
Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours
Essential
- Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours
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).
