Lead Clinical GI Scientist | University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS Trust in Bristol is seeking a Lead Clinical Gastrointestinal Scientist/Physiologist to cover maternity leave. This full-time position involves overseeing GI physiology services and managing a dedicated team. Applicants should have at least 3 years of experience in GI physiology investigations and demonstrate strong leadership and patient-centered care commitment. Join a forward-thinking organization committed to service improvement and quality care.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in GI physiology investigations.
• Registration (or working towards) with RCCP/AHCS or HCPC preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and deliver diagnostic and therapeutic procedures for gastrointestinal conditions.
• Manage a small team, contributing to workforce planning and service delivery.
• Involved in research, audit, teaching, and continuous service improvement.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Patient-centred care

Job description

An opportunity has arisen to cover maternity leave for our Lead Clinical Gastrointestinal Scientist/Physiologist at the Bristol Royal Infirmary for 1 year until 31/8/2026.

This is a full-time position, 37.5 hours, covering services Monday to Friday.

Are you a driven and compassionate GI Scientist/Physiologist looking to take the next step in your career? Join our award-winning Trust and help shape a forward-thinking, patient-focused GI Physiology service at the Bristol Royal Infirmary.

We are seeking an experienced GI Scientist/Physiologist who demonstrates:

• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in the full range of GI physiology investigations
• Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills
• Commitment to patient-centred care and service development
• Registration (or working towards) with RCCP/ AHCS or HCPC preferred

As Lead Clinical Gastrointestinal Scientist/Physiologist, you will oversee and deliver a range of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures for patients with gastrointestinal conditions. These include high-resolution oesophageal and anorectal manometry, 24-hour pH/impedance monitoring, hydrogen/methane breath testing, and functional therapies such as biofeedback and bowel management support.

You will manage a small, dedicated team, contributing to workforce planning, recruitment, appraisals, and service delivery, whilst maintaining your own clinical caseload. You'll also be involved in research, national audit, teaching (including STP support), and continuous service improvement aligned with national guidelines.

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, with over 13,000 staff and more than 100 clinical services across 10 sites, serving a population of over 500,000 people in South West England. UHBW has been rated 'Good' by the CQC. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, offering city living close to countryside or seaside, with easy access to the South West's attractions. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer, we aim to recruit a diverse workforce representing the local community.

See the Job Description for full duties and responsibilities.

The GI Physiology department conducts investigations including high-resolution oesophageal manometry, 24-hour ambulatory pH and impedance studies, high-resolution anorectal manometry, and breath tests. It is involved in programming sacral nerve stimulator implants and provides help and advice for implant care. The department also offers therapeutic interventions such as biofeedback therapy, bowel management advice, percutaneous tibial nerve stimulation, and transanal irrigation.

The postholder will participate in diagnostic and therapeutic roles to maintain service quality and support management activities such as online appraisals, managing sickness and absence, recruitment, and workforce planning.

This advert closes on Sunday 20 Jul 2025.