Specialist Clinical Physiologist

University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust; Leicester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Leicester is seeking a qualified Specialist Clinical Physiologist to cover maternity leave for up to 12 months. This full-time role involves conducting a range of neurophysiological investigations, including EEG recordings on patients of all ages. Candidates should possess a relevant qualification and ideally have experience working with children. The position requires both autonomy and teamwork to ensure high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Qualified Clinical Physiologist in Neurophysiology required.
• Experience with children is an advantage.
• Competent in both basic and specialized techniques.

Responsibilities

• Conduct various clinical investigations including EEG recordings.
• Work with patients of all ages in different environments.
• Perform complex diagnostic neurophysiological investigations.

Skills

Ability to perform basic Neurophysiological investigations

Sensitive understanding of patients

Coaching skills

IT literate

Education

BTEC HNC/D in MPPM/BSc Hons Clinical Physiology

AHCS Registration

M.Sc or equivalent

Job description

University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust

Specialist Clinical Physiologist

The closing date is 26 December 2025

Hours: 37.5 hours (Full time/part-time considered, fixed term maternity cover, up to 12 months)

An opportunity has arisen for a suitably qualified, enthusiastic and highly motivated individual to cover maternity leave on a fixed term contract lasting up to 12 months. The department is based at the Leicester Royal Infirmary, providing a regional service, and offers a comprehensive range of investigations.

Applicants should be a qualified Clinical Physiologist in Neurophysiology. You should also have or be in the process of obtaining AHCS or HCPC professional registration.

For more information or to arrange an informal visit please contact Tracey Barlow, Neurophysiology Service Manager on 0116 2585621.

Main duties of the job

As a specialist clinical physiologist you will be undertaking a range of clinical investigations including:

• Routine, sleep and portable EEG recording on patients of all ages with a wide variety of medical conditions.
• Multi-modality evoked potentials
• Physiologist led CTS screening
• Ambulatory EEG recording
• Assisting with paediatric Video Telemetry

The suitable candidate will be competent and experienced in both basic and specialised techniques (although training can be provided) and experience of working with children would be an advantage.

About us

Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).

We have four primary goals:

• high-quality care for all,
• being a great place to work,
• partnerships for impact,
• research and education excellence

And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.

Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:

• we are compassionate,
• we are proud,
• we are inclusive, and
• we are one team

This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.

Job responsibilities

Performs a range of complex and highly complex diagnostic neurophysiological investigations on patients of all ages from a range of specialties suffering from a wide variety of medical disorders including those with may be neurological, psychiatric and/or learning difficult in nature.

These will be undertaken in the dedicated environment of the neurophysiological unit or in a non-dedicated environment i.e. wards and intensive therapy unit in the Trust (some cross site working will be required).

Person Specification

Training & Qualifications

• BTEC HNC/D in MPPM/BSc Hons Clinical Physiology (Neurophysiology BSc (Hons)
• Clinical Physiology (Neurophysiology) or equivalent formal specialist training (other appropriate qualifications e.g. BTEC HNC/D in MPPM/or equivalent experience + professional exam ECNE Part I) plus knowledge of specialist procedures acquired through specialist courses or training/experience) or equivalent
• ECNE Part I
• AHCS Registration
• ECNE Part II
• Msc or equivalent
• Training and Assessing qualification.
• Specialist training/courses

Experience

• Ability to perform a basic range of Neurophysiological investigations.
• Practical experience and familiarity with the range of basic Neurophysiological investigations
• Able to perform routine EEG investigations without supervision in the laboratory and on the ward
• Able to perform non-routine and emergency EEG investigations, multi-modality evoked potentials, basic Nerve Conduction Studies and assist with EMG and NCS clinics
• Supervisory experience
• Specialist skills and/or knowledge within a specialist field of interest.
• Formal teaching and/or supervision of junior staff

Communication and relationship skills

• Sensitive understanding of children as well as adults who may be suffering from a wide variety of medical disorders including those which may be neurological or psychiatric in nature
• Ability to communicate complex and sensitive information in a variety of forms to patients, relatives and carers including children and patients with learning or physical disabilities
• Coaching skills

Analytical and Judgement skills

• Able to interpret specialist Neurophysiological investigation results and patient conditions.
• Able to undertake complex hand/eye co-ordination tasks such as electrode placement and dexterity and co-ordination for use of diagnostic equipment e.g. applying large number of electrodes on a neonate in special care conditions
• IT literate

Physical skills

• Requires highly developed physical skills including accurate eye to hand coordination
• Able to maintain prolonged concentration for specific tasks

Planning and organisation skills

• Ability to work alone or in a team
• Able to manage workload and time effectively.
• Ability to work autonomously, co-ordinate, plan and prioritise

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

• Able to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs.
• All staff are expected to engage in compassionate and inclusive leadership in the provision of high quality care and interactions with others

Other requirements specific to the role

• Ability to work with exposure to unpleasant conditions such as body odours, body fluids, aggression (verbal and occasionally physical) and contained chemicals
• Forward looking
• Organised

Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours

• Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Address

Clinical Neurophysiology