Specialist GI Physiologist/Clinical Scientist

NHS; Oxford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent NHS teaching trust in Oxford is seeking a Clinical Physiologist/Scientist to join their multidisciplinary team. The role involves delivering GI physiological investigations and supporting service development. Ideal candidates should have a relevant degree and experience in the field, be capable of working autonomously, and possess strong communication skills. Flexible hours may be required, including evenings and some Saturdays.

Qualifications

• Competent in performing high resolution oesophageal manometry and ambulatory 24-hr oesophageal impedance/pH monitoring in adults.
• Proven experience in anorectal physiology and endoanal ultrasound scanning.
• Knowledge of calibration of measurement equipment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver upper and lower GI physiological investigations.
• Coordinates and supports the development of the GI Physiology service.
• Contribute to service delivery and ongoing development.

Skills

Data collection/analysis

Excellent communication

IT literate in MS Word and Excel

Technical troubleshooting

Ability to manage workload

Education

BSc (Hons) in life science or biological degree

Teaching qualification

BSc (Hons) in Clinical physiology or related

Tools

High resolution oesophageal manometry

Ambulatory 24-hr oesophageal impedance/pH monitoring

Endoanal ultrasound scanning

Job description

Closing date: 16 September 2025

Overview

We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and motivated Clinical Physiologist/Scientist to join our team based in the Department of GI Physiology, Pelvic Floor Services and Research at The Churchill Hospital in Oxford. The post holder will work within a multidisciplinary team that provides high quality, safe, patient-centred care. The clinical team includes Specialist Nurses, an Assistant Practitioner and Clinical Scientist, supported by administrative staff.

The service delivers a range of upper and lower GI physiology procedures including upper and lower high resolution manometry, ambulatory pH/impedance studies, anorectal physiology, endoanal ultrasound scanning, rectal irrigation, pelvic floor retraining and sacral nerve stimulation (temporary and permanent).

It is essential that the applicant is enthusiastic and capable of working autonomously and within a team, with good communication skills. The post may require flexible hours, including evenings and some Saturdays in the future.

Job responsibilities

Your primary role will be to deliver a range of upper and lower GI physiological investigations and to co-ordinate and support further development of the GI Physiology service.

Responsibilities also include contributing to the delivery of the service’s procedures, and supporting ongoing service development as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Ideally you will have proven experience in this field, be eligible to become an Independent Healthcare Practitioner with the Association of GI Physiologists, and be eligible for state registration with the Registration Council for Clinical Physiologists (RCCP) or the Health Care Professions Council (HCPC).

Location: The Churchill Hospital, Oxford. Flexible hours may be required in the future (evenings and some Saturdays).

About us

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research. The Trust comprises four hospitals – the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury.

Our values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer and the professional relationships we make with our patients, colleagues and the wider community. We call this Delivering Compassionate Excellence, with values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence. These values put patients at the heart of what we do.

Watch how we set out to deliver compassionate excellence via the OUH YouTube channel. In 2023 NHS England launched its first sexual safety charter, and our Trust proudly signed it. We pledge zero tolerance for inappropriate sexual behaviour and commit to the ten core principles. Oxford University Hospitals promotes a safe, respectful hiring environment.

If you want to make a difference with us, come and join our team. Together, we will uphold the highest standards of care and professionalism.

Job responsibilities (cont.)

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 to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Person Specification

General Education & Qualifications

• BSc (Hons) life science or biological degree (e.g., clinical physiology)
• Teaching qualification

Professional Qualification

• BSc (Hons) Clinical physiology (modality of Gastroenterology) OR BSc (Hons) in a life science with the University certificate in Clinical GI Physiology (UCCPD) Part 1 and Part 2 Association of GI Physiologists (AGIP) Professional exams in Clinical Gastro-Intestinal Physiology OR Scientist Training Programme (STP) three year training programme in GI Physiology that includes work-based and academic learning

Registration

• Registered or working towards registration with the Registration Council for Clinical Physiologists (RCCP) or the Health Care Professions Council (HCPC).
• Member or working towards membership of the Association of GI Physiologists (AGIP) of the British Society of Gastroenterology as an independent practitioner in GI Physiology

Experience

• Competent in performing high resolution oesophageal manometry and ambulatory 24-hr oesophageal impedance/pH monitoring in adults
• Competent in performing anorectal physiology and endoanal ultrasound scanning in adults
• Experience in temporary and permanent sacral nerve stimulation processes and procedures
• Knowledge of calibration of measurement equipment
• Evidence of professional updating within last twelve months
• Knowledge of routine and specialist investigative and analytical methods in GI Physiology
• 24-hr oesophageal impedance/pH monitoring in paediatrics
• Previous R&D experience relevant to the field of GI Physiology

Skills/Abilities

• Data collection/analysis, audit and evaluation
• IT literate in MS Word and Excel
• Able to work with patients undergoing stressful and sensitive investigations
• Able to utilise research and develop a research-aware culture
• Clinical competence and credibility
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills
• Ability to time manage workload
• Aptitude for technical troubleshooting and general problem solving

Knowledge

• To have achieved full (or about to imminently achieve) competencies of physiological investigations in the upper and lower gastro-intestinal tract

Personal Attributes

• Empathy
• Reliable, punctual, honest
• Highly motivated, enthusiastic and flexible
• Patience and calmness
• Willingness to learn and train
• Judgment - to know their limitations and when to ask for help

Other Factors

• Flexibility with regard to working hours to meet the needs of the service

Disclaimer

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.