Trainee Clinical Physiologist - Neurophysiology

Main area Neurophysiology Grade Band 5 (Annex 21 – 70% of top of band 5 in first year and 75% of top of band 5 in final year) Contract Permanent: (Annex 21) Hours Full time – 37.5 hours per week (Monday-Friday) Job ref 438-PB3495-A

Employer Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site Royal Preston Hospital Town Preston Salary £31,049 – £37,796 Annex 21 (1st year £26,457 & 2nd year £28,347 – per annum, pro rata) Salary period Yearly Closing 02/11/2025 23:59 Interview date 28/11/2025

Trainee Clinical Physiologist – Neurophysiology

Band 5 (Annex 21 – 70% of top of band 5 in first year and 75% of top of band 5 in final year)

Job overview

Not just any ‘exciting job opportunity!’ We are thrilled to be able to offer this sought after training position to work in the specialised field of Clinical Neurophysiology.

Are you an excellent communicator, with a caring nature? Do you have a keen interest in science, particularly neurophysiology and would you love to become proficient in using clinical diagnostic equipment whilst working directly with patients? If you can answer yes to the above and you hold a Science degree or equivalent, then this is the position for you!

Our department performs investigative testing on the brain, nerves and muscles to help diagnose a range of conditions from Epilepsy to MND. We work directly with patients in our department, on wards and in ICU, neonatal unit and theatre.

We believe that our trainees are the future leaders and innovators of healthcare science. If you are successful and become a member of our friendly, hardworking team you will be supported every step of the way in your journey and receive high quality training in all aspects of Clinical Neurophysiology.

Main duties of the job

Over a jam-packed two year period you will complete an ‘ Individual Record of Clinical Practice ’ portfolio, as well as obtaining a Postgraduate Certificate in Neurophysiology from Aston University.

Initially, you will gain hands‑on experience in performing routine, sleep and portable EEGs as well as assisting in nerve conduction and EMG clinics. You will be working directly with patients so wi ll need to be friendly and adaptable. You will be required to multitask , making the patient feel comfortable and relaxed as well as using diagnostic equipment to obtain high quality data.

It is crucial that you are able to work as part of a team and be keen and willing to put 100% effort into reaching your full potential. In return you will receive a high s tandard training programme with frequent progress meetings, clear set learning objectives and all the help , support and encouragement that you require to become a great Clinical Physiologist.

Working for our organisation

At Lancashire Teaching Hospitals, you will be working as part of a collaborative, friendly and caring team of incredible people who are committed to providing excellent care with compassion. We celebrate diversity, encourage everyone to contribute, and you are valued for who you are.

Our mission is to provide excellent care with compassion. We will support you to achieve your personal goals and to build the career you want.

The department provides comprehensive range of neurophysiological procedu res including routine, sleep, ambulatory and portable EEGs recording for both adults and paediatrics in ICU and neonatal . Clinical physiologists are also involved in performing MSLTs, evoked potentials, nerve conduction studies and intra-operative monitoring in theatres.

We are dedicated to the education of students and trainees and have robust training programs in place. There is no doubt that you will be supported in all aspects of your role and future opportunities for growth and development .

The Neurosciences Centre comprises both Neurosurgery and Medical Neurosciences (Neurology, Neurophysiology, neuroradiology, including interventional neuroradiology, neuropathology and Neurorehabilitation). The population served by the Neurosciences Centre is approximately 1.6 million from the catchment area of Lancashire and South Cumbria.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Role Summary

To train to provide a clinical neurophysiology service to patients from a range of specialities suffering from a wide variety of medical disorders as detailed below and to perform these under supervision.

To perform the investigations specified in line with department procedures to the expected
department standards.

Train to undertake interpretation of results and provide factual reports and perform these under
supervision.

Participate in CPD, audit and research.

Work collaboratively with other staff on a daily basis to ensure the service needs are met.

Successfully complete any academic training modules deemed necessary by the educational supervisor

Person specification

• BSc in a life sciences-based subject or similar
• 2 A-Levels (at least one science based, Biology or Physics preferred)

Knowledge & Experience

• Able to demonstrate ability to work with people in a caring capacity
• Able to demonstrate knowledge of Microsoft products
• Familiar with IT equipment
• Experience of working in a healthcare environment
• Evidence of visiting a clinical neurophysiology service

Skills & abilities

• Knowledge and understanding of NHS values.
• Examples of dealing with difficult or emotional situations in a calm and compassionate manner.
• Can manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
• Demonstrates critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Able to work as part of a team
• Demonstrate the importance of confidentiality
• Ability to work well under pressure

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