Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a qualified and enthusiastic Healthcare Science Practitioner to join our dynamic Neurophysiology team. We undertake a range of investigations including adult EEG (inc sleep, on and off site ITU portables) NCS/EMG, EP (VEP, SSEP, BSEP). In addition to, long term EEG monitoring (home based and ward based), video telemetry (inc for pre surgical evaluation for epilepsy surgery) and theatre monitoring. The team supports a culture of continued professional development and there are opportunities to attend national scientific meetings. Successful candidate must have a minimum of BSc Clinical Physiologist (Neurophysiology) and RCCP/AHCS registration.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will be required to perform adult EEGs (within the department, wards and off sites) plus VEPs (training and support will be provided where necessary).
About us
The Walton Centre NHS Foundation Trust is the only NHS trust to hold dual accreditation for the Investors in People. We invest in people and we invest in wellbeing standards and have been awarded Gold status for both. The Walton Centre is a leader in the treatment and care of neurology and neurosurgery, placing the patient and their family at the heart of everything we do. As the only specialist hospital trust in the UK dedicated to providing comprehensive neurology, neurosurgery, spinal and pain management services we are proud to be rated as an Outstanding Trust by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), and champion change throughout the field of neuroscience. Originally formed in 1992, the Trust received Foundation Trust status in 2009.
With around 1,450 staff, The Walton Centre treats more than 127,000 outpatients and 18,000 inpatients each year. We have leading specialists and incredibly dedicated staff delivering excellent clinical outcomes for brain, spinal and neurological care nationally and internationally. Teams across our site in Fazakerley, Liverpool, offer a world-class service in diagnosing and treating injuries and illnesses affecting the brain, spine and peripheral nerves and muscles, and in supporting people suffering from a wide range of long-term neurological conditions.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The successful candidate will perform a range of EEG (including sleep) within the department, ward based and off site wards, within the Liverpool region. In addition to routine VEPs
Job description
Job responsibilities
The successful candidate will perform a range of EEG (including sleep) within the department, ward based and off site wards, within the Liverpool region. In addition to routine VEPs
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc Hons Healthcare Science(Neurophysiology) or equivalent experience
- BTEC HNC/D in Medical Physics and Phys.Measurements
- 4 GCSEs(Grade A-C) including Maths, English, and Dual Science, or equivalent
- ECNE Part 1
- ECNE Part 2 or equivalent experience
Desirable
- 2 A Levels (including one science subject) or equivalent
- Training & Assessing qualification
Professional Registration
Essential
- RCCP (Practitioner) register
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Practical experience and familiarity with a range of routine Neurophysiological investigations
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc Hons Healthcare Science(Neurophysiology) or equivalent experience
- BTEC HNC/D in Medical Physics and Phys.Measurements
- 4 GCSEs(Grade A-C) including Maths, English, and Dual Science, or equivalent
- ECNE Part 1
- ECNE Part 2 or equivalent experience
Desirable
- 2 A Levels (including one science subject) or equivalent
- Training & Assessing qualification
Professional Registration
Essential
- RCCP (Practitioner) register
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Practical experience and familiarity with a range of routine Neurophysiological investigations
Desirable
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
