Specialist GI Physiologist/Clinical Scientist

NHS

  • Headington, Oxfordshire
  • £47,810-54,710 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 20 hours ago
We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and motivated Clinical Physiologist/Scientist to join our team based in the Department of GI Physiology, Pelvic Floor Services and Research at The Churchill Hospital in Oxford.It is essential that the person is enthusiastic, motivated and passionate about providing high quality, safe, patient centred care. Good communication skills are essential as is the ability to work autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary team. The clinical team consists of Specialist Nurses, an Assistant Practitioner and Clinical Scientist, all of which are supported by administrative staff, to provide a high quality and seamless service to patients.Main duties of the jobThe service delivers a range of upper and lower procedures including upper and lower high resolution manometry, ambulatory pH/impedance studies, anorectal physiology, endoanal ultrasound scanning, rectal irrigation, pelvic floor retraining, temporary and permanent sacral nerve stimulation.Your primary role will be to deliver a range of upper and lower GI physiological investigations. You will also help to co-ordinate and support further development of the GI Physiology service.Ideally you have proven experience in this field, are eligible to become an Independent Healthcare Practitioner with the Association of GI Physiologists, and will be eligible for state registration with the Registration Council for Clinical Physiologists (RCCP) or the Healthcare Professions Council (HCPC).The post holder will be required to work flexible hours which may include evenings and some Saturdays in the futureAbout usOxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research. The Trust comprises four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury.Our values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer and the professional relationships we make with our patients, colleagues and the wider community.We call this Delivering Compassionate Excellence, and its focus is on our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence.These values put patients at the heart of what we do and underpin the quality healthcare we would like for ourselves or a member of our family. Watch how we set out to deliver compassionate excellence via the OUH YouTube channel.In 2023NHS England launched its first sexual safety charter, and our Trust proudly signed it. We pledge zero tolerance for inappropriate sexual behaviour and commit to the ten core principlesOxford University Hospitals promotes a safe, respectful hiring environment.If you want to make a difference with us, come and join our team. Together, we will uphold the highest standards of care and professionalism.DetailsDate posted02 September 2025Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 7Salary£47,810 to £54,710 a year N/AContractPermanentWorking patternFull-timeReference number321-SW-7427044-B7Job locationsChurchill HospitalOld RoadHeadingtonOX3 7LEJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesSee attached job descriptionThe service delivers a range of upper and lower procedures including upper and lower high resolution manometry, ambulatory pH/impedance studies, anorectal physiology, endoanal ultrasound scanning, rectal irrigation, pelvic floor retraining, temporary and permanent sacral nerve stimulation.Your primary role will be to deliver a range of upper and lower GI physiological investigations. You will also help to co-ordinate and support further development of the GI Physiology service.Ideally you have proven experience in this field, are eligible to become an Independent Healthcare Practitioner with the Association of GI Physiologists, and will be eligible for state registration with the Registration Council for Clinical Physiologists (RCCP) or the Healthcare Professions Council (HCPC).The post holder will be required to work flexible hours which may include evenings and some Saturdays in the future Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesSee attached job descriptionThe service delivers a range of upper and lower procedures including upper and lower high resolution manometry, ambulatory pH/impedance studies, anorectal physiology, endoanal ultrasound scanning, rectal irrigation, pelvic floor retraining, temporary and permanent sacral nerve stimulation.Your primary role will be to deliver a range of upper and lower GI physiological investigations. You will also help to co-ordinate and support further development of the GI Physiology service.Ideally you have proven experience in this field, are eligible to become an Independent Healthcare Practitioner with the Association of GI Physiologists, and will be eligible for state registration with the Registration Council for Clinical Physiologists (RCCP) or the Healthcare Professions Council (HCPC).The post holder will be required to work flexible hours which may include evenings and some Saturdays in the futurePerson SpecificationGeneral Education & QualificationsEssential
  • BSc (Hons) life science or biological degree (eg clinical physiology)
Desirable
  • Level 5 - Leadership qualification
  • Teaching qualification
Professional QualificationEssential
  • BSc (Hons) Clinical physiology (modality of Gastroenterology) OR BSc (Hons) in a life science with the University certificate in Clinical GI Physiology (UCCPD) Part 1 and Part 2 Association of GI Physiologists (AGIP) Professional exams in Clinical Gastro- Intestinal Physiology OR Scientist Training Programme (STP) three year training programme in GI Physiology that includes work-base and academic learning
RegistrationEssential
  • Registered or working towards registration with the Registration Council for Clinical Physiologists (RCCP) or the Health Care Professions Council (HCPC).
  • Member or working towards membership of the Association of GI Physiologists (AGIP) of the British Society of Gastroenterology as an independent practitioner in GI Physiology
ExperienceEssential
  • Competent in performing high resolution oesophageal manometry and ambulatory 24-hr oesophageal Impedance/pH monitoring in adults
  • Competent in performing anorectal physiology and endoanal ultrasound scanning in adults
  • Experience in temporary and permanent sacral nerve stimulation processes and procedures
  • Knowledge of importance of calibration of measurement equipment
  • Evidence of professional updating within last twelve months
  • Knowledge of routine and specialist investigative and analytical methods in GI Physiology
Desirable
  • 24-hr oesophageal Impedance/pH monitoring in pediatrics
  • Previous R&D experience relevant to the field of GI Physiology
Skills/AbilitiesEssential
  • Data collection/analysis, audit and evaluation
  • IT literate in MS Word and Excel
  • Able to work with patients undergoing stressful and sensitive investigations
  • Ability to utilize research and develop a research aware culture
  • Clinical competence and credibility
  • Manual dexterity
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills
  • Patient focused
  • Ability to time manage workload
  • Aptitude for technical trouble-shooting and general problem solving
KnoweldgeEssential
  • To have achieved full (or about to imminently achieve) competencies of physiological investigations in the upper and lower gastro-intestinal tract
Personal AttributesEssential
  • Empathy
  • Reliable, punctual, honest
  • Highly motivated, enthusiastic and flexible
  • Patience and calmness
  • Willingness to learn and train
  • Judgment - to know their limitations and when to ask for help
Other FactorsEssential
  • Flexibility with regard to working hours to meet the needs of the service
Person SpecificationGeneral Education & QualificationsEssential
  • BSc (Hons) life science or biological degree (eg clinical physiology)
Desirable
  • Level 5 - Leadership qualification
  • Teaching qualification
Professional QualificationEssential
  • BSc (Hons) Clinical physiology (modality of Gastroenterology) OR BSc (Hons) in a life science with the University certificate in Clinical GI Physiology (UCCPD) Part 1 and Part 2 Association of GI Physiologists (AGIP) Professional exams in Clinical Gastro- Intestinal Physiology OR Scientist Training Programme (STP) three year training programme in GI Physiology that includes work-base and academic learning
RegistrationEssential
  • Registered or working towards registration with the Registration Council for Clinical Physiologists (RCCP) or the Health Care Professions Council (HCPC).
  • Member or working towards membership of the Association of GI Physiologists (AGIP) of the British Society of Gastroenterology as an independent practitioner in GI Physiology
ExperienceEssential
  • Competent in performing high resolution oesophageal manometry and ambulatory 24-hr oesophageal Impedance/pH monitoring in adults
  • Competent in performing anorectal physiology and endoanal ultrasound scanning in adults
  • Experience in temporary and permanent sacral nerve stimulation processes and procedures
  • Knowledge of importance of calibration of measurement equipment
  • Evidence of professional updating within last twelve months
  • Knowledge of routine and specialist investigative and analytical methods in GI Physiology
Desirable
  • 24-hr oesophageal Impedance/pH monitoring in pediatrics
  • Previous R&D experience relevant to the field of GI Physiology
Skills/AbilitiesEssential
  • Data collection/analysis, audit and evaluation
  • IT literate in MS Word and Excel
  • Able to work with patients undergoing stressful and sensitive investigations
  • Ability to utilize research and develop a research aware culture
  • Clinical competence and credibility
  • Manual dexterity
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills
  • Patient focused
  • Ability to time manage workload
  • Aptitude for technical trouble-shooting and general problem solving
KnoweldgeEssential
  • To have achieved full (or about to imminently achieve) competencies of physiological investigations in the upper and lower gastro-intestinal tract
Personal AttributesEssential
  • Empathy
  • Reliable, punctual, honest
  • Highly motivated, enthusiastic and flexible
  • Patience and calmness
  • Willingness to learn and train
  • Judgment - to know their limitations and when to ask for help
Other FactorsEssential
  • Flexibility with regard to working hours to meet the needs of the service

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