Clinical Physiologist

Haringey GP Federation; Manchester; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A large healthcare provider in Manchester is seeking a Clinical Physiologist to join its Neurophysiology team. The role involves providing both routine and specialist neurophysiological services to patients across various age groups. Candidates should have a relevant degree, hands-on experience, and strong communication skills. The organization offers a collaborative workplace and opportunities for professional development, ensuring a supportive and enriching environment for all staff. Salary ranges from £31,049 to £37,796 per year.

Qualifications

• Practical experience as a Trainee Physiologist in a Neurophysiology unit (3 years).
• Experience of working with both adults and children.
• Able to perform non-routine and emergency EEG investigations.

Responsibilities

• Provide routine and non-routine clinical Neurophysiology services to patients.
• Independently perform routine EEGs, ambulatory video EEG, and Evoked Potentials.
• Participate in the rota for neurophysiological services across multiple sites.

Skills

Knowledge of basic neurophysiology procedures

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to work autonomously

Coaching Skills

Education

Bsc (Hons) Healthcare Science (Neurophysiology) or equivalent

AHCS registration

Job description

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Clinical Physiologist

The closing date is 07 January 2026

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated Clinical Physiologist to become an integral part of the team working in the Neurophysiology Directorate at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust.

You may be a newly qualified physiologist seeking the opportunity to further develop and expand your knowledge in a busy unit, with the opportunity to work with both adults and paediatrics. You may have been qualified for some time and wish to expand your skills and gain exposure in more specialist testing in this large teaching trust.

You will be a dynamic individual willing to further develop your skills within our dedicated and caring team.

You will be joining a dedicated team of Clinical Physiologists who perform a wide range of routine and specialist Neurophysiological investigations across the MFT campus.

Main duties of the job

You will provide routine and non-routine (dependent on experience) clinical Neurophysiology services to patients across all MFT departments. This will include all aspects of EEG recording on patients of all ages, including neonates. You will be expected to independently perform routine EEGs, sleep studies, ambulatory video EEG and Evoked Potentials providing a written comprehensive factual in line with departmental protocols.

You will be required as part of a rota, to provide neurophysiological services at any of the MFT Neurophysiology sites, including North Manchester and Wythenshawe.

A monthly EEG service is undertaken on site at Nobles Hospital on the Isle of Man and you will be part of the rota of staff covering this service.

About us

Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement.

Whether you’re beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients.

You’ll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives.

At MFT, you’ll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions.

Your journey at MFT is more than a job – it’s an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We’ll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.

Job responsibilities

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you’ll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that you’re even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, you’ll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guide that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information you’ll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.

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Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.

Diversity Matters

MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Bsc (Hons) Healthcare Science (Neurophysiology) or equivalent
• AHCS registration (incorporating RCCP)

Experience

• Practical experience as a Trainee Physiologist in a Neurophysiology unit (3 years)
• Experience of working with both adults and children
• Be able to provide evidence/portfolio including how many investigations have been undertaken without or with direct supervision
• Knowledge of a range of advanced Neurophysiological techniques

Training

• Specialised in-service training received whilst a trainee physiologist
• Able to perform non-routine and emergency EEG investigations on the wards
• Assist in multi-modality evoked potentials
• Independently perform Routine investigations adhering to departmental protocols (ie, 1.5 hours)
• Supervisory experience
• Training and assessment qualifications

Skills

• In depth knowledge of basic neurophysiology procedures enabling the performance, understanding and interpretation of routine Neurophysiology investigations
• Ability to communicate complex sensitive information in a variety of forms to patients, relatives and carers, including children and patients with learning or physical disabilities
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work autonomously, co‑ordinate and plan
• Able to demonstrate clinical skills at interview (may include head measure, electrode placement
• Able to produce a written factual from EEG samples provided during interview in allocated time constraints
• Coaching Skills
• Knowledge of advanced neurophysiology procedures

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.

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

£31,049 to £37,796 a year (Per Annum Pro Rata)