Healthcare Scientist/Physiologist
The closing date is 26 June 2026
University Hospital of North Midlands NHS Trust is looking to employ an enthusiastic and motivated individual qualified in GI Physiology as a Clinical Scientist/GI Physiologist. The applicant should 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.
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 assess the appropriateness of tests.
- Work with multidisciplinary teams, reporting test results and contributing to discussions on patient management and care pathways.
- Participate in MDT meetings (Pelvic floor MDT twice monthly and Upper benign MDT once a month).
- Attend training and meetings to facilitate professional development.
Qualifications
- Qualified Clinical Scientist in GI Physiology through the NHS Clinical Scientist Training Programme or GI Physiologist STP Equivalence with the Academy for Healthcare Science (AHCS).
- Registered with The Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
- Registered Physiologist with the RCCP.
- Member of the Association of Gastro‑Intestinal Physiologists.
Experience
- Practical and theoretical knowledge of the specialist area and associated physiological measurement disciplines.
- Experience in performing, analysing and reporting on a wide range of upper and lower GI physiology investigations.
- Specialist knowledge of the clinical area (GI Physiology).
- Significant experience as a Trainee or Junior Clinical Scientist/Physiologist.
- Knowledge of clinical governance and research methodology.
- Experience of teaching and training a wide range of background and skill groups.
Knowledge
- Skilled in performing, analysing and reporting on a wide range of upper and lower GI physiology investigations.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A Disclosure and Barring Service check will be undertaken to verify any previous criminal convictions.
