About the Role
The UHNM are looking to employ an enthusiastic and motivated individual who is qualified in GI Physiology as a Clinical Scientist / GI Physiologist. The applicant is expected to be competent and qualified (or at the end of training such as STP) as a registered Clinical Scientist in GI Physiology with the HCPC or as an Independent Practitioner by the Association of GI Physiologists and registered with the AHCS.
The GI Physiology unit is a small team of members including a Clinical Scientist and several endoscopy support workers. The service provides a variety of upper and lower gastrointestinal investigations including high resolution manometry, 24 hr pH and impedance monitoring, hydrogen breath testing, anorectal manometry and a comprehensive biofeedback therapy service for a range of defaecatory disorders.
Responsibilities
* Conduct a wide range of physiological measurement investigations, including oesophageal manometry, oesophageal pH impedance studies, hydrogen and methane breath testing, anorectal physiology and wireless pH monitoring.
* Support the provision of comprehensive bowel behavioural therapy within the pelvic floor multidisciplinary team, including patient education sessions, advice and medication review, counselling, and computer‑aided biofeedback techniques.
* Provide analysis and high‑quality diagnostic reports of investigations and the appropriateness of tests.
* Work with multidisciplinary teams to report test results and contribute to discussions on patient management and care pathways.
* Attend and contribute to multidisciplinary team meetings, including the pelvic floor MDT twice monthly and the upper benign MDT once a month.
Qualifications
* Qualified Clinical Scientist / GI Physiologist, or completing training (e.g., STP) to become a registered Clinical Scientist in GI Physiology with the HCPC or an Independent Practitioner registered with the Association of GI Physiologists and AHCS.
* Experience in performing and interpreting gastrointestinal physiological investigations such as manometry, pH monitoring, and breath testing.
* Strong analytical skills and ability to produce accurate diagnostic reports.
* Excellent communication skills for effective multidisciplinary collaboration and patient education.
* Commitment to continuous professional development and willingness to engage in training and meetings.
About the Trust
University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust is one of the largest and most modern in the country, with sites in Royal Stoke and County Hospital. We serve around three million people and provide a specialist centre for major trauma for the North Midlands and North Wales.
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