Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to train to become a Highly Specialist Clinical Physiologist working predominantly in intraoperative neurophysiological monitoring.
Our team provides multi-modal intraoperative neurophysiological monitoring (IONM) for approximately 1000 surgical procedures a year.
The successful candidate will undergo work-based training to become proficient in IONM and to support the outpatient Neurodiagnostic clinics. This role would be well suited to someone with knowledge and experience of clinical measurements.
During your training you will develop your skills and competencies to meet the full requirements needed to be a Band 7 Highly Specialist Clinical Physiologist within our team at the RNOH.
The successful candidate will be appointed on a 4 year learning contract under an annex 21 training scheme. Following successful completion of the programme you will be guaranteed a Band 7 substantive post.
Remuneration during training;
Year 1 =60% of the top of a Band 7
Year 2 =65% of the top of a Band 7
Year 3 =70% of the top of a Band 7
Year 4 =75% of the top of a Band 7
When the necessary competencies are met you will be required to take part in the on-call rota performing intraoperative monitoring outside of normal working hours.
*Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend the RNOH Stanmore for interview*
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate would be expected to work across all areas of the department.
Main Duties include:
- Intraoperative neurophysiological monitoring performed during;
- Complex neuro-spinal and spinal-orthopaedic procedures.
- Peripheral Nerve injury surgery.
- Assisting in electromyography clinics.
- Nerve conduction studies for diagnosis of carpal tunnel syndrome.
- Participate in the intraoperative Neuromonitoring on-call service.
You will be educated to Bachelors degree level in a Neuroscience related or scientific subject. You will also have a willingness and capability to train and work at a Masters degree level.
This role is patient facing and primarily theatre based. Excellent communication and team working skills are paramount.
About us
The RNOH is a national centre of excellence with an international reputation for diagnosis, assessment and treatment of neuro-musculoskeletal conditions. Following on from the opening of our new inpatient building we are now expanding our surgical capacity with the addition of four theatres in a new state of the art surgical suite.
Our department is a small friendly unit, which predominantly provides intraoperative neurophysiological monitoring during spinal and peripheral nerve injury surgery.
Research and ongoing development is highly encouraged within the Trust. We actively encourage staff to carry out presentations and participate in teaching sessions regularly held in the department.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Whilst training;
Complete all work based training and assessment elements in line with local standards to become a highly specialist clinical physiologist.
Upon training completion;
Provide highly complex, specialist Clinical Neurophysiology service(s) to patients of all ages suffering from a wide variety of medical disorders.
Responsible for the provision, audit and quality of a specialist Clinical Neurophysiology Service delivery.
Responsible for the development and training of Clinical Physiologists within the designated specialist area.
Instigate acquisition of accurate Neurophysiological data predominantly during spinal and peripheral nerve surgery (Intraoperative neurophysiological monitoring IONM).
Undertake interpretation of results and provision of reports.
Provide advice to clinicians.
Work collaboratively on a day-to-day basis with others to ensure that service needs are met.
Responsible for the day to day management of the Neurophysiology service(s) in the absence of the Head of Department
Job description
Job responsibilities
Whilst training;
Complete all work based training and assessment elements in line with local standards to become a highly specialist clinical physiologist.
Upon training completion;
Provide highly complex, specialist Clinical Neurophysiology service(s) to patients of all ages suffering from a wide variety of medical disorders.
Responsible for the provision, audit and quality of a specialist Clinical Neurophysiology Service delivery.
Responsible for the development and training of Clinical Physiologists within the designated specialist area.
Instigate acquisition of accurate Neurophysiological data predominantly during spinal and peripheral nerve surgery (Intraoperative neurophysiological monitoring IONM).
Undertake interpretation of results and provision of reports.
Provide advice to clinicians.
Work collaboratively on a day-to-day basis with others to ensure that service needs are met.
Responsible for the day to day management of the Neurophysiology service(s) in the absence of the Head of Department
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- B.Sc. Honours Degree in a neuroscience related or scientific subject OR equivalent formal specialist training
- Willingness & capability to train & work at Masters level
- Evidence of recent study & personal development
Desirable
- Research project demonstrating advanced knowledge of neurophysiology
- Leadership or management certification
- M.Sc. Degree/module in scientific or neuro-science related subject or equivalent certification
Experience
Essential
- Working with the general public
- Willingness & capability to train to perform advanced neurophysiological techniques
Desirable
- Working within the NHS
- Working within a healthcare environment
- Intraoperative neurophysiological monitoring
- Practical experience and familiarity with the range of basic and advanced Neurophysiological investigations
- Clinical Reporting
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Skills
- Interpersonal/communication
Desirable
- Teaching/training/coaching skills
Knowledge
Essential
- Human anatomy and physiology
Desirable
- Understands Operating Theatre environment, procedures and equipment
- Knowledge of specialist neurophysiological investigations and their application /adaptation
Disposition and Attributes
Essential
- Disposition and Attributes
Desirable
- Desirable disposition and attributes
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- B.Sc. Honours Degree in a neuroscience related or scientific subject OR equivalent formal specialist training
- Willingness & capability to train & work at Masters level
- Evidence of recent study & personal development
Desirable
- Research project demonstrating advanced knowledge of neurophysiology
- Leadership or management certification
- M.Sc. Degree/module in scientific or neuro-science related subject or equivalent certification
Experience
Essential
- Working with the general public
- Willingness & capability to train to perform advanced neurophysiological techniques
Desirable
- Working within the NHS
- Working within a healthcare environment
- Intraoperative neurophysiological monitoring
- Practical experience and familiarity with the range of basic and advanced Neurophysiological investigations
- Clinical Reporting
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Skills
- Interpersonal/communication
Desirable
- Teaching/training/coaching skills
Knowledge
Essential
- Human anatomy and physiology
Desirable
- Understands Operating Theatre environment, procedures and equipment
- Knowledge of specialist neurophysiological investigations and their application /adaptation
Disposition and Attributes
Essential
- Disposition and Attributes
Desirable
- Desirable disposition and attributes
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).
