Clinical Physiologist

Job overview

Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust invites applications for the post of Clinical Physiologist to work in the prestigious department of Electrophysiology currently located at the City Road site.

The successful applicant will have completed a science degree or other relevant qualification and should have experience working in a clinical and / or hospital environment. Candidates must have good communication skills, good manual dexterity, and an ability to work well with a range of patients and staff at all levels. The ability to use Microsoft packages is essential to the role.

Applicants are encouraged and would be welcomed to visit the service.

Main duties of the job

The post-holder will be supported and trained to undertake vital diagnostic testing of the eyes and visual function of a wide range of patients using a variety of both electrophysiological and psychophysical techniques. These investigations are essential in the diagnosis of patients and as a result pivotal to patient’s treatments and care plans.

The Electrophysiology Department provides internal services to both planned and emergency care. Due to the expertise and specialism within the department, referrals are also received nationally.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

The Clinical Physiologist’s role in the visual electrophysiology department primarily involves testing a wide variety of patients and volunteers, of all ages, utilizing a range of electrophysiological and psychophysical techniques, to assist in the diagnosis and management of a wide range of disorders. To work as a member of the team in order to significantly contribute to the smooth running of the service.

MAIN RESPONSIBILTITES

• To perform various tests on patients and volunteers using a variety of both electrophysiological and psychophysical techniques, and possibly to supervise the performing of such tests by students.
• To perform the initial quantification of such tests, and to annotate and document the results of this analysis.
• To participate in the research work of the department.
• To further their understanding of visual electrophysiology and ophthalmology through study and attendance at appropriate teaching and scientific meetings; to maintain continuing professional development.
• To assist in the maintenance of the departmental records and appointments systems.
• To assist with the preparation of data for presentation.
• To demonstrate departmental techniques and practice where appropriate.
• Day to day care and maintenance of the equipment.
• General office tasks.
• Any other appropriate duties as defined by senior staff.

Applicant requirements

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.