The post holder will perform specialised clinical neurophysiological procedures to a high standard, advanced analysis of test results, report on outcomes and advise clinicians as required. To deputise for the Head of Department as and when required. Must be able to work unsupervised.
Main Responsibilities
* Independently perform digital EEG’s with video recordings on patients with routine monitoring of EEG plus activation procedures if not contra-indicated.
* Perform EEG recordings to a consistently high level and with appropriate amendments as required, on neonates, paediatrics and patients of all ages and with additional needs.
* Carry out highly specialised portable EEG recordings on Wards/Intensive Care/High-Dependency Unit.
* In-depth analysis of ambulatory EEG, annotating and pruning relevant sections for consultant review as required.
* Competent and confident in providing provisional reports on investigations if clinically urgent and appropriate – both normal and abnormal, to other medical staff in the absence of off-site consultants.
* Ensure reports are sent out in a timely manner to all relevant parties, in accordance with local policies/departmental protocols.
* Ensure the technical quality of assessment complies with published national guidelines.
* Maintain and expand competencies to remain state registered.
* Responsible for CPD and achieving goals set in IPR appraisal plus ensuring mandatory training is up to date.
* Perform clerical duties and assist Lead Physiologist in day-to-day running of department and managing service provision.
* Partake in training of students/other medical/non-medical staff as required.
Benefits
* Between 27-33 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
* NHS pension scheme membership
* Salary sacrifice schemes for lease cars, home electronics and more, to make your salary go further
* NHS Staff discounts
* Cycle to work scheme
* Salary finance – for loans, savings, budget planning and tips on managing debt
* Stockport Credit Union– for local financial advice
Communications
* Maintain accurate and timely records.
* Develop positive relationships with patients, families, and carers.
* Communicate effectively with patients, relatives, and healthcare practitioners.
* Use communication tools (verbal/non-verbal) to gain informed consent with patients where there will often be barriers to effective communication.
* Recognise and report any situations, behaviours or errors that could result in poor care outcomes.
Responsibility For Patient Care
* Accountable for total care of the patient whilst in the department, often lone working and carefully monitoring clinical state during investigation procedure.
* Be aware and confident in first aid procedures in the event of a seizure or change in clinical state.
* Communicate with ward staff/clinicians to give verbal reports, in the absence of off-site consultant availability.
* Optimising and prioritising smooth and positive patient journey.
* Ensure patient confidentiality is always maintained.
Responsibility for Planning and Organising
* Plan and prioritise own workload within given parameters to meet needs of patients and carers.
* Assist in the day-to-day planning to ensure the department activity targets are monitored and met.
Responsibilities for Policy / Service Development
* Actively contribute to improve quality of patient centred service provision.
Responsibilities for Human Resources and Leadership
* To assist in supporting new or less experienced work colleagues to adapt to the workplace.
Responsibilities for Teaching and Training
* Demonstrate self-directed development, recognising own limitations, and work within the scope of the role at all times.
Responsibilities for data and information resources
* Use IT systems as appropriate following training as required.
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