Job Summary
We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic patient-orientated clinical scientist / Lower Gastro intestinal physiologist at a Band 7 with scope to train newly qualified scientists or nurses to join the well-established, accredited leading Pelvic Floor Unit at St Thomas's Hospital. The purpose of this post is to deliver a high-quality clinical scientist-led Pelvic floor service in Adults.
This will primarily include performing Pelvic floor diagnostic tests including ano rectal manometry, endo anal and Pelvic floor scans and defecating proctogram. You will also be required to undertake Telephone triage assessment clinics of which guidance and training will be given.
You will also be involved in co ordinating and participating in the multi-disciplinary meetings. Other duties will include ordering of equipment and supplies for the department.
The Pelvic floor unit provides care for patients with faecal incontinence and constipation/evacuatory disorders.
As part of an integrated service we work closely with the urology and uro gynaecology team and there will be opportunity to be involved in integrated pathways.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be part of the Pelvic floor Unit and work in collaboration with the Senior Clinical Scientist, the Colorectal Surgeons and Clinical Nurse Specialists.
To take responsibility for patient care, carrying out of Pelvic floor investigations and providing results to enable subsequent effective clinical treatment in the Pelvic floor unit.
Work directly under the management of the Senior Clinical Scientist and Nurse Manager.
Training will be provided to undertake Telephone triage assessment clinics of new patients within the unit.
To help organise the MDM meetings and joint MDT meetings.
To take part in evidence-based care, research and audit for the unit.
About Us
You will work in a multi disciplinary team including Colorectal surgeons, Clinical nurse specialists and Pelvic floor physiotherapists .
Date posted
09 March 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£54,320 to £60,981 a year per annum inc. H.C.A.
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
196-LIS9341
Job locations
Pelvic floor unit, Tabard Annex, Guys Hospital
Guys Hospital
London
SE1 7EH
Job Description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will be part of the Pelvic floor Unit and work in under and in collaboration with the Senior Clinical Scientist, the Colorectal Surgeons and Clinical Nurse Specialists.
To take responsibility for patient care, carrying out of Pelvic floor investigations and providing results to enable subsequent effective clinical treatment in the Pelvic floor unit.
Work directly under the management of the Senior Clinical Scientist and Nurse Manager.
Training will be provided to undertake Telephone triage assessment clinics
To help organise the MDM meetings and joint MDT meetings.
To take part in evidence-based care, research and audit for the unit.
You may be required to help with the sacral neuromodulation clinics / PTNS clinics under the Senior Clinical scientist and Colorectal surgeons.
Senior Clinical scientist, Colorectal surgeons, Nurse Manager, Clinical Nurse Specialists, Physiotherapists and unit admin staff
- Duties and Responsibilities
Education and Professional development
To assess own educational needs and communicate them to the line manager.
To be accountable for utilising study opportunities to best effect whilst undertaking the role-specific training.
To identify own training needs and to maintain a portfolio of clinical practice in accordance with the standards laid down by the professional body (HPCC/ACS/RCN).
To identify any problems related to education and training and inform the line manager.
To undertake all work-based assessments as required.
To ensure that mandatory training is completed and up to date.
To maintain own professional and personal development.
To contribute in the Trusts clinical supervision / professional support programme for staff.
To assist in the organisation of courses organised by the unit, e.g. The Endo-anal ultrasound / Pelvic floor annual course
Opportunities to present both locally and nationally
Management / Administration
Organisation of ano-rectal physiology & Pelvic floor and ultrasound clinics together with the Senior Clinical scientist
Maintenance and calibration of all hardware / software used in clinical function testing.
Maintain and update evidence-based guidelines in the department for all function tests together with Senior Clinical Scientist
Carry out and update Risk assessments & health and safety policies related to ano-rectal physiology and ultrasound together with the Senior Clinical Scientist.
To be involved in the organisation of induction for all new recruits to the department, including orientation and training. Involved in training visitors and research fellows.
Research & Auditing
Assist the Senior Clinical Scientist and Colorectal Consultants with research carried out in the unit, liaising with the Trusts Research and Development group and the Ethics committee as is necessary.
Aid in auditing the departments clinical outcomes.
Involved and undertake research within the unit
Professional Accountability:
To comply with all Trust policies and procedures
To act in accordance with the HPCC/ACS / RCN code of conduct and other Trust, professional and statutory guidance, policies and rules.
Responsible for own professional development and clinical/managerial update.
To undertake any other duties commensurate with the grade as directed by the lead Clinical Scientist.
Job Description Job Responsibilities
The post holder will be part of the Pelvic floor Unit and work in under and in collaboration with the Senior Clinical Scientist, the Colorectal Surgeons and Clinical Nurse Specialists.
To take responsibility for patient care, carrying out of Pelvic floor investigations and providing results to enable subsequent effective clinical treatment in the Pelvic floor unit.
Work directly under the management of the Senior Clinical Scientist and Nurse Manager.
Training will be provided to undertake Telephone triage assessment clinics
To help organise the MDM meetings and joint MDT meetings.
To take part in evidence-based care, research and audit for the unit.
You may be required to help with the sacral neuromodulation clinics / PTNS clinics under the Senior Clinical scientist and Colorectal surgeons.
Senior Clinical scientist, Colorectal surgeons, Nurse Manager, Clinical Nurse Specialists, Physiotherapists and unit admin staff
- Duties and Responsibilities
Education and Professional development
To assess own educational needs and communicate them to the line manager.
To be accountable for utilising study opportunities to best effect whilst undertaking the role-specific training.
To identify own training needs and to maintain a portfolio of clinical practice in accordance with the standards laid down by the professional body (HPCC/ACS/RCN).
To identify any problems related to education and training and inform the line manager.
To undertake all work-based assessments as required.
To ensure that mandatory training is completed and up to date.
To maintain own professional and personal development.
To contribute in the Trusts clinical supervision / professional support programme for staff.
To assist in the organisation of courses organised by the unit, e.g. The Endo-anal ultrasound / Pelvic floor annual course
Opportunities to present both locally and nationally
Management / Administration
Organisation of ano-rectal physiology & Pelvic floor and ultrasound clinics together with the Senior Clinical scientist
Maintenance and calibration of all hardware / software used in clinical function testing.
Maintain and update evidence-based guidelines in the department for all function tests together with Senior Clinical Scientist
Carry out and update Risk assessments & health and safety policies related to ano-rectal physiology and ultrasound together with the Senior Clinical Scientist.
To be involved in the organisation of induction for all new recruits to the department, including orientation and training. Involved in training visitors and research fellows.
Research & Auditing
Assist the Senior Clinical Scientist and Colorectal Consultants with research carried out in the unit, liaising with the Trusts Research and Development group and the Ethics committee as is necessary.
Aid in auditing the departments clinical outcomes.
Involved and undertake research within the unit
Professional Accountability:
To comply with all Trust policies and procedures
To act in accordance with the HPCC/ACS / RCN code of conduct and other Trust, professional and statutory guidance, policies and rules.
Responsible for own professional development and clinical/managerial update.
To undertake any other duties commensurate with the grade as directed by the lead Clinical Scientist.
Person Specification
Other Skills Essential
- IT Proficient
- working with a team
- Independent work / Problem solving
Desirable
- Public facing experience / patient work
Experience Essential
- Science / Physiology degree / nursing background
- Working in NHS / patient contact
- STP or Nursing background . medical background
- team work and independent work
Desirable
- experience in Gastroenterology
- research and Auditing
Role needs Essential
- Education / degree / Masters
- STP training
- working in NHS
Desirable
Person Specification other skills Essential
- IT Proficient
- working with a team
- Independent work / Problem solving
Desirable
- Public facing experience / patient work
Experience Essential
- Science / Physiology degree / nursing background
- Working in NHS / patient contact
- STP or Nursing background . medical background
- team work and independent work
Desirable
- experience in Gastroenterology
- research and Auditing
Role needs Essential
- Education / degree / Masters
- STP training
- working in NHS
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Pelvic floor unit, Tabard Annex, Guys Hospital
Guys Hospital
London
SE1 7EH
Employer's website
https://www.guysandstthomas.nhs.uk/careers/careers.aspx (Opens in a new tab)
