Clinical Scientist/Biomechanist Gait Laboratory

Alder Hey Children's NHS Foundation Trust; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading children's healthcare provider in Liverpool is seeking a Clinical Scientist to join their Movement Analysis Centre. The role involves operating high-tech gait analysis equipment and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to provide outstanding patient care. The ideal candidate will have a strong grasp of clinical procedures and a commitment to professional development. Competitive salary and opportunities for growth are included.

Qualifications

• Experience with 3D gait analysis systems.
• Ability to interpret complex clinical diagnoses.
• Understanding of Health and Safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain the Movement Analysis Centre.
• Develop bespoke software packages.
• Write comprehensive gait analysis reports.
• Collaborate with other professionals in NWMAC.

Skills

Complex technical procedure performance

Data processing and management

Effective communication

Computer technology knowledge

Job description

Overview

The movement analysis service at Alder Hey has an enthusiastic Clinical Scientist opportunity to join our multi-disciplinary team. This is an excellent opportunity to be part of one of the busiest clinical gait labs in the country. The North West Movement Analysis Centre (NWMAC) is a vibrant department at the centre of the Orthopaedic Department at Alder Hey. It has strong research and teaching links with Liverpool John Moores University. The post holder will work as an effective member of a multidisciplinary NWMAC team in providing the day-to-day running of the gait analysis facility as well as the undertaking of service development and innovation activities. S/he will also assist in the maintenance of the Movement Analysis Centre equipment in addition to patient testing.

For more information or to arrange an informal visit, please contact Mrs Ornella Pinzone, N.W.M.A.C. Manager, Alder Hey Children’s NHS Foundation Trust, Liverpool, L12 2AP. Email: [e-mail]

Responsibilities

• To work in conjunction with other clinical scientists & biomechanists in the day-to-day running of the Movement Analysis Centre, including calibration, operation and maintenance.
• To be responsible for all the technical aspects working closely with the N.W.M.A.C. manager and the biomechanist in the lab.
• To keep abreast of computer technology developments and to be able to develop bespoke software packages.
• To assist in processing and managing patient data, including regular backups.
• To be able to perform complex technical procedures and assessments using the 3D gait analysis system. This will involve history taking, physical examination and accurate application of surface markers.
• To use advanced knowledge to interpret and analyse clinical and non-clinical diagnoses in a wide variety of highly complex conditions, where there may be conflicting evidence or where some information is unavailable.
• To contribute to the writing and presentation to the NWMAC team of high-quality comprehensive gait analysis reports based on highly developed theoretical and practical knowledge.
• To demonstrate a sound understanding of Trust values, Clinical Governance and Risk Management and apply to the work situation.
• To be aware of Health and Safety aspects of your work and implement any policies, which may be required to improve the safety of your work area, including your prompt recording and reporting of accidents and incidents (in line with policy), and ensuring that equipment use is safe.
• To communicate effectively and work collaboratively with other professional and agencies allied with NMWAC including BME and gait lab equipment manufacturers.
• To maintain own clinical professional development (CPD) by keeping abreast of any trends and developments and incorporate them as necessary into your work. Being responsible for maintaining written evidence within CPD portfolio.

For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Ornella Pinzone Job title: Clinical Scientist Email address: [e-mail]