Senior Clinical Scientist in GI Physiology

University Hospital Southampton NHS FT; Southampton; Vor Ort; GBP 43.000 - 65.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Clinical Scientist in GI Physiology to join our established GI Physiology team. You will deliver a range of diagnostic tests and contribute to multidisciplinary clinics.

The role requires motivation, excellent communication and organisational skills, with opportunities for development within one of the UK's leading acute teaching trusts.

Qualifikationen

• First Degree in science or in a relevant equivalent experience
• Current registration with HCPC / RCCP or working towards registration after completion of training
• Post graduate qualification / MSc in Science / engineering or equivalent relevant experience
• Significant experience as a Trainee or Junior Clinical Scientist/physiologist or equivalent
• Experience producing scientific papers, reports and delivering conference presentations.
• Maintain continuous personal development
• Desirable criteria: STP or ASP GI physiology training; professional examinations/membership in GI physiology or equivalent

Aufgaben

• Provide a full range of diagnostic tests including high resolution oesophageal manometry, 24 hour pH/impedance studies, wireless pH studies, anorectal physiology and hydrogen and methane breath tests
• Contribute to upper GI physiology and pelvic floor MDTs and provide diagnostic testing during one-stop consultant clinics
• Deliver high quality patient care with excellent communication and organisational skills

Kenntnisse

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Motivated

Ausbildung

First degree in science

HCPC / RCCP registration

MSc in science/engineering

CPD / ongoing development

Jobbeschreibung

Job Overview

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.

Job Overview

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.

Please see below for detailed job description of the role.

Main duties of the job

An exciting opportunity has arisen for Clinical Scientist in GI Physiology to join our established GI Physiology team. Our multidisciplinary team sits within the GI Physiology Unit at University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust (UHS) and is comprised of specialist nurses, physiotherapists, clinical scientists, operating department practitioners, colorectal surgeons and gastroenterologists.

You will provide a full range of diagnostic tests including high resolution oesophageal manometry, 24 hour pH/impedance studies, wireless pH studies, anorectal physiology and hydrogen and methane breath tests. You will contribute to upper GI physiology and pelvic floor MDTs and provide diagnostic testing during one-stop consultant clinics.

You will be highly motivated, enthusiastic and experienced in delivering high quality patient care. You will possess excellent communication and organisational skills.

Working for our organisation

As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated ‘Good’ by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.

We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.

Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 30% lower than London and 17 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.

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Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities

Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting.

For an overview of the main duties of the role please see the 'Job Description and Main Responsibilities' section below. To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document attached.

Person specification

Qualifications, Knowledge And Experience

Essential criteria

• First Degree in science or in a relevant equivalent experience
• Current registration with HCPC / RCCP or working towards registration after completion of training
• Post graduate qualification / MSc in Science / engineering or equivalent relevant experience
• Significant experience as a Trainee or Junior Clinical Scientist/physiologist or equivalent
• Experience producing scientific papers, reports and delivering conference presentations.
• Maintain continuous personal development

Desirable criteria

• STP or ASP training programme in GI physiology
• Professional Examinations/Membership or equivalence in area of specialisation e.g. Association of GI Physiology

Trust Values

Essential criteria

• Patients First
• Always Improving
• Working Together