Are you a Healthcare Scientist or Practitioner in Neurophysiology?Applications are invited for the position of a Band 6 Healthcare Science Practitioner or a Band 7 Healthcare Scientist to join our friendly team in the Neurophysiology Department at the NNUH. The ideal candidate should be confident, organised, have good people skills, work confidentially within a team & have the ability to use their initiative.

The NNUH is an academic teaching hospital located in the Science Park to the south of Norwich city centre. The hospital is located within easy reach of the Norwich Research Park & the University of East Anglia & we are building many academic links & opportunities. The hospital is only 23 years old & the Neurophysiology Department is fortunate to have enviable resources. The team comprises of 7 Science Scientists, 3 Consultants & a Registrar in Clinical Neurophysiology, along with 3 administrative staff. We typically see around 5500 patients a year.

Our department performs a full modality of Neurophysiological investigations, including EEG's (routine, sleep, portable, ambulatory & Telemetry, all with video), Nerve Conduction Studies (for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Ulnar Neuropathy & Peripheral Neuropathy), Evoked Potentials (VEP, ERG (pattern and flash), EOG (all visual testing is to ISCEV standard) and SEP) & Intra Operative Monitoring for Orthopaedic Spinal Surgery.

Up to �8000 relocation package for the successful applicant (terms & conditions apply)

Main duties of the job

The job role at band 6 or 7 include performing all routine investigations EEG's, NCS for CTS and VEP's on patients of all ages and abilities. Both roles also involve contribution to the day to day running of the department and training of the junior members of the team. If the successful candidate is employed into the Healthcare Scientist position (at band 7) the job roll also incorporates performing our specialist investigations (Ambulatory EEG, Telemetry, ERG, EOG and IOM). If the successful applicant is employed into the Science Practitioner position there will be the objective to train them so they become proficient in these specialist investigations, with a view to them working towards the position of Healthcare Scientist. We are passionate about and actively encourage professional development, our department is lucky to have a significant training budget so you will be supported to achieve additional competencies. This position is open to all qualified individuals, whether experienced or newly qualified.

About us

Join us at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital and be part of a workforce of over 10,000 staff!

The NNUH is one of the largest NHS trusts in the UK, providing first-class acute care for around one million people, living in Norfolk and surrounding areas. We are a teaching and research hospital, at the forefront of innovation, home to state-of-the-art facilities, such as the Quadram Institute. We are pleased to work closely with the University of East Anglia, providing teaching opportunities for our staff and placement opportunities for their students. We attract some of the best and leading professionals from across the country and are proud that our workforce represents 94 countries from across the world.

We are a friendly, collaborative hospital, working with local services and home to N& N Hospitals Charity

We can offer you the full range of NHS benefits/discounts and in addition:

• Flexible working hours
• Fast Track Staff Physiotherapy Service
• Multi Faith prayer room
• Discounted gym memberships
• Excellent pension scheme and annual leave entitlement
• Wagestream - access up to 40% of your pay as you earn it
• Free Park & Ride service direct to NNUH site
• Free 24-hours confidential counselling support
• On-site Nursery
• On-site cafes offering staff discounts
• Support in career development
• Flexible staff bank
• Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars, Cycle to Work scheme and home electronics

Job description

Job responsibilities

A career at our Trust offers you the chance to be part of an excellent team who have a shared passion for providing the best possible care to patients when they need it most. If you have the experience required and are motivated by this exciting opportunity, our friendly and supportive team would love to hear from you!

This is a substantive post. Please note on your application which post you are applying for (band 6 Healthcare Science Practitioner or band 7 Healthcare Scientist).

All shortlisted applicants are encouraged to arrange an informal visit to the Neurophysiology Department to arrange this or obtain further information please contact: Adrian Tearle Lead Healthcare Scientist in Neurophysiology on 01603 287149 or email adrian.tearle@nnuh.nhs.uk

The department is operational from 0800 to 1800 on weekdays there is no evening, weekend or on-call work, with the exception of occasional late working on Wednesdays for long IOM cases. We are happy to consider flexible working patterns, such as a four-day week.

Requirements:

• BSc (Hons) Clinical Physiology (Neurophysiology) or STP MSc in Clinical Science or Post Graduate Certificate in Neurophysiology or equivalent formal specialist training (e.g., BTEC HNC in MPPM) or equivalent experience and professional exams (e.g. ANS EEG and ANS NCS & EP, or equivalents) or equivalent knowledge and experience.
• AHCS registration (or requirement to register within 8 months of starting in post)
• Knowledge of specialist procedures acquired through specialist courses or training/experience equivalent to postgraduate level

PLEASE SEE THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION. THIS DOCUMENT CONTAINS BOTH BAND 6 HEALTHCARE SCIENCE PRACTITIONER & BAND 7 HEALTHCARE SCIENTIST JOB DESCRIPTIONS.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• STP MSc in Clinical Science (Neurophysiology Pathway) Or BSc (Hons) Clinical Physiology (Neurophysiology Or Postgraduate Certificate in Neurophysiology Or Equivalent formal specialist training e.g. BTEC HNC in MPPM or equivalent
• ECNE/EPTA/ANS Part I / EEG and II / NCS & EP exams or equivalent knowledge and experience
• AHCS/PSA or HCPC registration or requirement to register within 8 months of starting in post

Experience

Essential

• Significant training/Neurophysiology service experience

Skills

Essential

• Ability to perform a wide range of specialist Neurophysiological investigations, and to have high levels of specialist skills and knowledge within the relevant fields
• Able to interpret and provide a factual report for all or majority of departmental investigations listed in respective job description

Attitude, aptitude

Essential

• Effective role model, demonstrating NNUH's PRIDE values of People focussed, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence

Employer details

Employer name

Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital

Address

Norfolk & Norwich University Hospital

Colney Lane

Norwich

NR4 7UY

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