Job Overview
Gastrointestinal Physiology (GI) at Southmead Hospital Bristol is an autonomous diagnostic service within North Bristol NHS Trust, providing a comprehensive range of investigative techniques for functional disorders of the upper GI tract and lower bowel. The service is integral to clinical decision‑making and helps ensure best possible patient care.
Key Responsibilities
* Act as a Clinical Scientist in GI and Urodynamics, providing advice on practice, training and educational issues.
* Perform all investigations to a high professional standard, as defined by IC and AGIP, in keeping with the Health Care Professions Council (HCPC).
* Analyse, interpret and report on urodynamic, anorectal and upper GI investigations, ensuring accurate recording in medical records.
* Assist with any new or complex procedures until practising independently.
* Provide clinical leadership to the team, ensuring highest quality care for patients undergoing physiological investigations.
* Maintain patient comfort and safety, providing reassurance during invasive procedures.
* Instigate new ideas, undertake new techniques and incorporate agreed changes in work practice.
* Be involved in the organisation of new clinics within the department.
* Promote and maintain good rapport and communication with patients and relatives, ensuring appropriate information is always available.
Person Specification
Essential Criteria
* Registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) or Registered Physiologist with the RCCP.
* Completed the NHS Scientific Training Programme (STP).
* Possess an MSc in Clinical Science (GI Physiology) or equivalent, with a relevant first degree.
* Previous clinical experience in a GI Physiology unit, performing a full range of diagnostics.
* Practical and theoretical knowledge of GI Physiology diagnostics, with the ability to perform, analyse and report procedures.
* Ability to contribute to multidisciplinary team meetings.
* Experience in conducting invasive procedures, with confidence in explaining procedures, obtaining consent, and demonstrating empathy and compassion.
Desirable Criteria
* Member of the Association of Gastrointestinal Physiologists.
* Previous research experience outside of MSc studies.
* Knowledge of clinical governance and research methodology.
* Special interest in Upper GI Physiology.
* Knowledge of other pelvic floor disorders and examinations (e.g., urodynamics).
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
* Practical and theoretical knowledge of GI Physiology diagnostics.
* Knowledge of clinical governance and research methodology.
* Special interest in Upper GI Physiology.
Personal Qualities / Special Circumstances
* Confidence in explaining procedures, obtaining written and verbal consent, and demonstrating empathy and compassion during testing.
Equal Opportunity Statement
North Bristol NHS Trust is an anti‑discriminatory organisation and is committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. We welcome applicants from all under‑represented groups, including people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, disabled people and LGBTQIA+ people. The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
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