Clinical Scientist In Gastrointestinal Physiology

Job Overview

Gastrointestinal Physiology (GI) at Southmead Hospital is an autonomous diagnostic service within Bristol NHS Foundation Trust providing a comprehensive range of investigative techniques for functional disorders of the upper GI tract and lower bowel. The services it provides are integral to clinical decision‑making and help ensure best possible patient care. The post holder will be part of the GI Physiology and Urodynamics Teams, and will work in collaboration with clinical scientists, nurses, consultants and multidisciplinary teams (MDTs).

They will be required to build strong working relationships with all extended teams and promote across‑discipline working. The candidate should be able to reliably interpret physiological findings and clearly articulate their clinical relevance. Primarily the post holder will be responsible for the development and management of a comprehensive Upper GI Physiology Service within the department and will be expected to perform a wide range of investigations and reliably analyse results, articulate the clinical relevance of these results and understand how they impact clinical management.

The job description and person specification may be reviewed on an ongoing basis according to the changing needs of both the GI Physiology and Urodynamics departments.

• Act as a Clinical Scientist in GI and Urodynamics, providing advice on practice, training and educational issues relating to the specialty.
• Perform all investigations to a high professional standard, as defined by the Integrated Community Services (ICS) and the Association of GI Practitioners (AGIP), in keeping with the Health Care Professions Council (HCPC).
• Analyse, interpret and report on urodynamic, anorectal and upper GI investigations, ensuring results are recorded accurately on the Medical Data Index and hospital records.
• Assist with any new or complex procedures until able to practice independently.
• Provide clinical leadership to the team, ensuring highest quality care for patients undergoing physiological investigations in line with trust policies and procedures.
• 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 that appropriate information is always available.

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We welcome applicants from all underrepresented groups.