Senior Clinical Physiologist, Neurophysiology

Job Overview

The Clinical Neurophysiology Department provides a responsive service of Neurophysiological studies for adults and children of all ages as out-patients, as well as an active in-patient service which includes referrals from the adult, liver, paediatrics, neonatal, trauma and neuro-intensive care units. Due to the locations of these team this would include working off-site at the various associated hospitals and institutions. This is a fixed term role until March 2027.

• Provide a comprehensive range of clinical neurophysiological investigations, including EEG (ambulant/non-ambulant/portable);
  Telemetry, Nerve Conduction studies;
  Evoked Potentials; intra-operative monitoring and EEG telemetry, both routinely and as part of research programmes, as directed by the Senior Physiologist and Clinical Director.
• Work as part of a team for the day-to-day running of the department and undertake out-of-hours emergency in-patient work as part of the on-call rota (including weekends and Bank holidays).
• Undertake a wide range of standard clinical neurophysiological investigations, independently, with some nonstandard and complex investigations. Bedside recording in different parts of the hospital and off-site is included. In-service training is provided where appropriate.
• Supervision of lower grades in normal circumstances.
• Ensure accurate logging and filing of data from neurophysiological investigations and maintain data availability and integrity in line with regulations (Data Protection Act).
• Keep up to date with findings in clinical neurophysiology and learn new techniques. Teaching in techniques new to the post-holder will be provided. Attendance at departmental meetings and study events is encouraged.
• To undertake the full range of Evoked Potentials (Visual, Brainstem and Somatosensory) with detailed knowledge of these pathways.
• Participate in technician-led Nerve Conduction clinics and teach/assist in departmental teaching for technicians, scientific, nursing and medical staff and visitors; assist in preparing teaching or research materials.
• Opportunity to participate in research projects as part of the Department's research and development programme.

Essential

• BSc in Clinical Physiology - Neuro or equivalent degree
• ECNE Part I and/or B - willing to undertake further study
• Scientific Training Programme (UK) Qualifications

Desirable

• MSc in Neurophysiology or equivalent

Knowledge and experience

• Broad experience in clinical EEG with significant post-qualification experience, including at least one non-standard procedure
• Good general knowledge of clinical neurophysiology
• Experience with clinical EPS, NCS and/or video/EEG telemetry
• Previous NHS experience in Neurophysiology

Desirable

• Experience working off-site with minimal/remote supervision

Skills & competencies

• Able to communicate well with and relate to patients, including children
• Basic computer (keyboard) skills
• Good knowledge and fluency in English written and verbal communication
• Adaptable, forward thinking, able to work well in a team and autonomously

• Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check:
  This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975; a disclosure submission to the DBS will be required.
• Certificate of Sponsorship:
  Applications from job seekers who require UK skilled worker sponsorship are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. See UK Visas and Immigration guidance for details.

Employer:

King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address:
King's College Hospital, Denmark Hill, London SE5 9RS