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 a registered Clinical Scientist in GI Physiology with the HCPC, or an Independent Practitioner by the Association of GI Physiologists and registered with the AHCS.
Team and Service
The unit is a small team comprising a Clinical Scientist and several endoscopy support workers. The service provides a range of upper and lower gastrointestinal investigations, including high‑resolution manometry, 24‑hour pH and impedance monitoring, hydrogen breath testing, anorectal manometry and comprehensive biofeedback therapy for defaecatory disorders. The department participates in multidisciplinary meetings (Pelvic Floor MDT twice monthly; Upper GI MDT once monthly) and supports Gastroenterology Consultants, upper GI surgeons, colorectal consultants, gynaecology consultants and respiratory physicians.
Responsibilities
* Conduct 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 MDT, including patient education, medication review, counselling and computer‑aided biofeedback techniques.
* Prepare high‑quality diagnostic reports of investigations and assess the appropriateness of tests.
* Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to report test results and contribute to discussions on patient management and care pathways.
* Actively progress professional development through training and meetings.
Application Process
1. All correspondence will be sent to the email address provided in your application. Please check your email regularly.
2. Provide email addresses for all referees covering the last three years of employment.
3. New recruits are required to pay for their Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check prior to starting the role, if a DBS check is required.
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5. Applications are accepted by email to recruitment@uhnm.nhs.uk; phone assistance is available at 01782 675533.
6. Applications will be considered on merit alone. All applicants are welcome regardless of ethnicity, disability, gender, age, faith or sexual orientation.
Equal Opportunities
We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from everyone regardless of ethnicity, disability, gender, age, faith or sexual orientation. Appointment will be based on merit alone.
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