Job summary
- Main area
- GI Physiology
- Grade
- Band 7
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Part time - 20 hours per week
- Job ref
- 359-7028455-T2
- Employer
- Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Tunbridge wells Hospital
- Town
- Tunbridge wells
- Salary
- £46,148 - £52,809 pro rata
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 16/04/2025 23:59
Employer heading
GI Physiologist
Band 7
Job overview
Under the umbrella of Digestive Diseases Unit, the successful applicant will work within the GI Physiology Service.
This role is alongside the Trust UGI Structure as part of Ph Manometry studies for UGI investigations.
It involves conducting the full range of GI Physiology investigations independently, including analysis of investigations and timely production of reports.
And it involves supervision of trainees undertaking these investigations
Main duties of the job
To undertake GI physiological investigation at TWH site
Support the GI Physiology Lead in directing the day-to-day activities of the GI Physiology Service, nursing and admin staff of the service.
Ensure that all work is completed safely, on time and within budget.
Using own professional judgement when providing complex, wide-ranging expert advice to clinical staff on the optimisation of Ph Manometry, quality assurance, and results.
The Specialist, Complex and advanced nature of this expert advice may mean that there is no immediate recourse to another clinical scientist.
In addition, the post holder will also attend and contribute to GI Physiology Multi-Disciplinary Team meetings.
If sufficiently qualified, they will be involved in training new and / or visiting members of staff in GI Physiology investigations.
The successful applicant will be competent and qualified (or at the end of their training period such as STP) in a range of GI Physiology.
You would also be expected to fulfil deputy roles and teaching/training.
Working for our organisation
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust ranks among the top 10 NHS Trusts nationwide and was named the second-best Trust to work for in the South East in the 2023 NHS Staff Survey.
We are a large acute hospital trust in south-east England, providing general hospital services and specialist care to around 600,000 residents in West Kent and East Sussex. With a dedicated and diverse team of over 8,000 staff we are proud to offer specialised cancer services to over two million people through the Kent Oncology Centre.
Fordcombe Hospital, near Tunbridge Wells, became part of the Trust in October 2024. Specialising in planned care, it offers two operating theatres, 28 inpatient and day-care beds, diagnostic services (X-ray, MRI, CT, and endoscopy), and consultation/treatment rooms.
Looking for flexible working?
We are a flexible working-friendly organisation. Whether it’s adjusting your hours or exploring other flexible arrangements, we want to work with you to find the best solution for you, our patients, and the Trust. Talk to us about how we can accommodate your working needs.
Joining us includes a comprehensive benefits package:
- At least 27 days of annual leave plus public/bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time staff).
- Membership in the NHS Pension Scheme, with a 20.6% employer contribution and life assurance benefits
- Blue Light card eligibility
- And more, additional benefits can be found in the benefits documents below
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
We’ve provided all the details you need about this role in the job description and person specification. Please take a moment to review the criteria in the person specification and share specific examples in your application that demonstrate how you meet these requirements. Please also check your application for errors/omissions prior to submission.
Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service Check at Enhanced Level. (Enhanced level now includes regulated checks against vulnerable adults and children).
All successful applicants will be required to complete our corporate trust induction once a start date had been agreed.
Person specification
Qualifications
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
- AGIP accreditation as an independent practitioner (or eligibility for accreditation)
- Significant experience as a Trainee or Junior Clinical Scientist/physiologist or equivalent
Desirable criteria
- STP or ASP training programme in GI physiology
- Teaching qualification
- Professional Examinations/Membership or equivalence in area of specialisation e.g. Association of GI Physiology
Experience/Knowledge
Essential criteria
- Previous experience at level or equivalent
- Extensive experience in M level training (i.e. Clinical Scientist) or at Specialist physiologist level, with specialist skills gained in GI Physiology evidenced in professional paper-based or e portfolio
- Able to undertake biofeedback
- Experience of undertaking nurse led clinics
- Experience of undertaking clinical assessment of patients
- Experience of supporting patients complex physical and psychological needs.
Desirable criteria
- Experience producing scientific papers, reports and delivering conference presentations
- Experience of Counselling and follow up care
Skills
Essential criteria
- Excellent interpersonal / communication skills at all levels.
- Planning, organisational and prioritisation skills.
- Accurate and methodical.
- Assessment and mentoring skills and development of trainees
- Highly motivated and enthusiastic.
- Remain calm in a busy environment. Empathetic and caring.
- Cope with emotional and difficult circumstances.
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Application numbers
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Babs Sokeyo
- Job title
- Deputy General Manager,General Surgery
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 07926704391
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