Job summary
Hywel Dda University Board have a vacancy for a Clinical Physiologist at Band 5 in Neurophysiology.
Applications are invited from experienced physiologists or those that are newly qualified. Training and support will be given if the successful candidate does not meet all of the personal specification.
This self contained department is based at Glangwili Hospital, Carmarthen and offers extensive diagnostic services in EEG and Nerve Conduction Studies to both adult and paediatrics.
Main duties of the job
Main duties of the job:
Plan, perform and interpret a range of Neurophysiological investigations including:
EEG includingUrgent EEG's on ITU, SCBU or general wards at any of the Health Board sites
Perform Visual Evoked Potentials
Perform Nerve Conduction Clinics for Carpal Tunnel Clinics under supervision.
The department would offer support and training to the successful candidate to extend their knowledge and experience.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
Hywel Dda University Health Board is the planner and provider of NHS healthcare services for people in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire and its bordering counties. Our 11,000 members of staff provide primary, community, in-hospital, mental health and learning disabilities services for around 384,000 people across a quarter of the landmass of Wales. We do this in partnership with our three local authorities and public, private and third sector colleagues, including our volunteers, through:
Four main hospitals: Bronglais General in Aberystwyth, Glangwili General in Carmarthen, Prince Philip in Llanelli and Withybush General in Haverfordwest;
Seven community hospitals: Amman Valley and Llandovery in Carmarthenshire; Tregaron, Aberaeron and Cardigan in Ceredigion; and Tenby and South Pembrokeshire Hospital Health and Social Care Resource Centre in Pembrokeshire;
48 general practices (four of which are managed practices), 47 dental practices (including three orthodontic), 99 community pharmacies, 44 general ophthalmic practices (43 providing Eye Health Examination Wales and 34 low vision services) and 17 domiciliary only providers and 11 health centres;
Numerous locations providing mental health and learning disabilities services;
Highly specialised and tertiary services commissioned by the Welsh Health Specialised Services Committee, a joint committee representing seven health boards across Wales.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To provide a professional, competent neurophysiology service with a high degree of precision in a safe clinical environment.
Use own initiative and interface with the relevant MDT members.
To record, measure and analyse the electrical activity generated by thebrain, spinal cord and peripheral nerves to aid and/or determine diagnosis.
To participate in training, education, supervising students. Work collaboratively on a day-to-day basis with clinicians, nursing and departmental staff to ensure that service needs are met.
You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.
The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.
The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.
Interviews will be held on 23/08/2023.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To provide a professional, competent neurophysiology service with a high degree of precision in a safe clinical environment.
Use own initiative and interface with the relevant MDT members.
To record, measure and analyse the electrical activity generated by thebrain, spinal cord and peripheral nerves to aid and/or determine diagnosis.
To participate in training, education, supervising students. Work collaboratively on a day-to-day basis with clinicians, nursing and departmental staff to ensure that service needs are met.
You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.
The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.
The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.
Interviews will be held on 23/08/2023.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential
- BSc in Clinical Physiology (Neurophysiology).
- ANS Part 1 and 11 or equivalent
- State Registration - RCCP Membership of professional body - ANS
Desirable
- Specialist training in Neurophysiological techniques
Experience
Essential
- To work towards having post qualification experience
- Practical experience and familiarity with the range of basic Neurophysiological investigations.
- Experience as a student
Desirable
- Knowledge of a range of advanced Neurophysiological techniques.
- Appropriate experience to level of practice
Language Requirements
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential
- BSc in Clinical Physiology (Neurophysiology).
- ANS Part 1 and 11 or equivalent
- State Registration - RCCP Membership of professional body - ANS
Desirable
- Specialist training in Neurophysiological techniques
Experience
Essential
- To work towards having post qualification experience
- Practical experience and familiarity with the range of basic Neurophysiological investigations.
- Experience as a student
Desirable
- Knowledge of a range of advanced Neurophysiological techniques.
- Appropriate experience to level of practice
Language Requirements
Desirable
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).
