We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and motivated qualified clinical physiologist / clinical scientist in GI physiology, ideally with previous experience, to take up the position of Clinical Scientist in Lower GI Physiology. This is a new permanent position created to expand the existing team.
You will have a proven track record in performing lower GI physiological investigations, and either have qualified through the NHS Scientist Training Programme or have achieved equivalence. This is a rare and exciting opportunity for career fulfilment and progression, which can be tailored to your profession, clinical skills and interests. Our renowned and long-established Unit provides a clinical service for in excess of 2,000 patients per year. Consequently, we also have an active research programme, in which the successful applicant will be expected to participate.
The postholder will primarily be responsible for undertaking the full range of diagnostic colorectal physiological investigations, analysing findings and completing clinical reports.
Ideally, you are an Accredited Independent Practitioner with the Association of GI Physiologists, and registered with the HCPC, or if not, close to achieving the required experience to do so.
Main duties of the job
To work within the Lower GI Physiology Unit (GIPU) alongside existing team members as part of colorectal clinical service delivery, with a view to:
1. Conducting the full range of lower GI Physiology investigations independently, including analysis of investigations and timely production of reports.
2. Participating in unit audit and research.
3. Attending and contributing to Pelvic Floor Multi-Disciplinary Team meetings.
4. If sufficiently qualified, involved in training new and/or visiting members of staff in Lower GI Physiology investigations.
Proposed job plan for the post holder would be:
* 0.4 WTE – Reporting and MDT
* 0.1 WTE – Audit and Research
They will also cover duties as necessary during colleagues’ absences and at times of additional pressure, as directed.
Working for our organisation
Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain’s leading healthcare providers. The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.
Person specification
Qualifications
* Qualified Clinical Scientist in GI physiology through the NHS Scientist Training Programme (STP) or GI Physiologist STP Equivalence with the Academy for Healthcare Science (AHCS)
* Registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
* Registered with The Registration Council for Clinical Physiologists (RCCP)
* Accredited Independent Healthcare Practitioner with the Association of GI Physiologists (AGIP)
* Track record in research
Experience
* Clinical experience performing, analysing and reporting lower GI Physiology investigations
* Experience of scientific data handling
* Experience in research methodology (e.g. PhD, MSc)
* Scientific publication record
Knowledge
* Knowledge of functional gastrointestinal disorders
* Knowledge of current trends/treatments in pelvic floor disorders
* Understanding of clinical governance and risk assessment
* Evidence of continuing professional development
Skills
* Able to manage difficult situations effectively
* Able to impart information to patients, relatives and carers and also across disciplines
* Willingness to undertake further training and development as required
* Proven ability to organise and prioritise own duties and work independently
* Ability to maintain good laboratory records
* Understanding of Clinical Governance
* Evidence of good team working
* Good communication skills
* Computer literacy, including word processing, Excel and literature searches
Other
* Good communication and interpersonal skills
* Flexibility to meet the needs of the service
* Motivated
* Ability to treat people with respect, irrespective of age, gender, culture, religion and sexuality
* Confident, mature, courteous, punctual and presentable
* Proactive, self-directed with innovative approach
* Acceptance of responsibility for self and others
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