Job Overview
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust (UHS) 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
The Wessex Neurological Centre (WNC) is looking for a highly specialised clinical physiologist to join our neurophysiology service. You would be joining a vibrant and friendly neurophysiology team providing neurophysiology services for the local population and the regional neurosciences centre within University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust, serving a population of over three million people across the South and the Channel Islands.
You will be part of a multidisciplinary team consisting of five consultant neurophysiologists and two specialist registrars, working alongside our team of Physiologists to deliver a comprehensive neurophysiology service. In addition to routine outpatient NCS, evoked potential and EEG diagnostic activity, we provide inpatient services for the WNC (including the Neuro, General and Paediatric Intensive Care Units), Paediatric Neurology and the Neonatal Unit. We have both adult and paediatric Videotelemetry beds.
What You’ll Do
The performance of routine neurophysiological diagnostic tests such as EEGs, nerve conduction studies and evoked potentials in the department, on the wards or ICU areas.
To perform advanced or specialist tests ambulatory EEG, videotelemetry or melatonin sleep EEGs. Assisting or solely responsible for spinal intraoperative monitoring (banding dependant).
To participate in teaching and training of junior staff.
Working for our organisation
University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.
Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast.
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At UHS we’re committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients.
At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognizing that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We’re committed to creating an anti-racist, anti-discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute.
Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
We are looking for exceptional, energetic and committed individuals to complement our existing experienced team. You will be encouraged to take an active part in developing the service, through innovation, learning, research and development. We look to continually improve our service and build upon the excellent reputation we already have.
You will have the necessary qualifications (BSc (CP (N)), BTEC HNC/D MPPM or equivalent).
Experience in performing basic and more advanced neurophysiological techniques.
Be able to write a technical EEG report.
Be enthusiastic with a keen interest in Neuroscience.
Experience/knowledge of intra-operative monitoring.
Person specification
Trust Values
Essential criteria
- Patients First
- Always Improving
- Working Together
Qualifications, Knowledge And Experience
Essential criteria
- BSc in Clinical Physiology (Cardiology) or equivalent
- Immediate Life Support Course
- Evidence of continuing professional development
- Superior knowledge of specialist area – able to interpret complex procedures
- Consolidated post qualification experience in a technical role within a cardiology department (providing evidence of competency achievement)
- A definite awareness of the boundaries in which to operate with an appreciation of own limitations.
- Dexterity, co-ordination and sensory skills for the use of diagnostic equipment often under time limitations e.g. when performing tests on children.
Desirable criteria
- HCPC / AHCS / RCCP registration
- Experience of research and development and/or clinical audit
- Teaching and training experience.
- Management experience.
- Contributes actively towards service development and improvement in specialist area.
- SCST award in practical electrocardiography and /or certificate in electrocardiography
