Job Description

Provides highly specialised intra-operative spinal cord monitoring (IOM) -predominantly during surgery for spinal deformity, using somatosensory and transcranial motor evoked potentials. Provides pre-operative evoked potential assessment of patients due to undergo spinal surgery, when required. Performs or assists supports with routine EEG, NCS, EMG and specialised Clinical Neurophysiology services across a range of procedures on patients with developmental, neurological and/or psychiatric disorders referred to the departments from across the Trust and other hospitals. Actively contribute and implement policies and procedures. Actively participate in training, education and assessment in line with National and Professional requirements. Participate in quality assurance and/or research and developmental programmes. Works collaboratively on a day-to-day basis with others to contribute to the smooth and efficient running of the service. To be responsible for planning and performing highly specialised IOM in the paediatric and adult operating theatres and pre-operatively (when required), liaising with spinal surgery/orthopaedics and the neurophysiology service manager. To be responsible for performing, assessing and interpreting highly specialist and complex IOM procedures tailored to the specific patient requirements and surgical procedures, in the absence of a Consultant Neurophysiologist, in collaboration with Orthopaedic surgeons. To undertake IOM tasks with accuracy and speed to achieve quality data and interpretation. To undertake IOM tasks in challenging, and sometimes unpleasant, environments e.g. exposure to blood / other body fluids in operating theatres and prolonged hours. To obtain and optimise collection of patient data throughout the testing period to enable accurate and efficient interpretative analysis of tests. To continually monitor, take initiative and appropriate action where necessary in an effective and timely manner. To liaise with equipment manufacturers over faults or problems with equipment, databases or software used in any part of the service and ensure that all members of staff are informed and trained to deal with changes in operating procedures.

Team & Atmosphere



Our Clinical Neurophysiology department is a friendly, supportive, and diverse team where everyone works collaboratively. You'll be joining colleagues who genuinely enjoy working together and create a welcoming atmosphere for both staff and patients.



Work Ethic



We take pride in putting patients first. The team is committed to delivering high-quality care, supporting one another, and continuously improving the service. You'll find a strong sense of professionalism balanced with warmth and mutual respect.



Benefits of Joining



You'll be part of a team that values personal growth, open communication, and shared learning. New staff are supported from day one, and the positive team culture makes it a great place to develop your skills and build confidence in clinical neurophysiology.



Quality



1. To attend relevant clinical, technical and non-clinical meetings, as required, and ensure best practice in IOM and Neurophysiology.



technical and clinical input to the meeting supports the running of the service.



2. Ensure personal compliance with regards to mandatory, professional, and personal development according to service needs.



5. To maintain quality control procedures as directed by departmental policy including regular machine verification.



6. To develop and maintain unified quality standards for the service across the Trust.



7. To respond to any complaints, inform the clinical service manager and assist with the response to these as required.



8. Where possible, rectify faults detected in equipment and arrange for repairs to be carried out.



9. To liaise with doctors, nursing and ancillary staff to promote the smooth running of the IOM and Neurophysiology service to achieve good communication between all members of the team.



10.To work within agreed policies and protocols of the Trust and professional body.



11.To contribute to the implementation of the Trust and Directorate framework for clinical governance, including performing audits and setting of standards for the speciality and the Trust, thereby monitoring, maintaining and improving a quality service.



12.Ensure safe working practices and a safe environment for the delivery of the service.



13.Undertake responsibility for the efficient and effective use of financial resources.



Management and Training



1. To deputise and manage and take responsibility for the day-to-day running of the IOM service in the absence of the service manager.



2. Teach, supervise and support the junior technical staff within the service.



3. Teach medical and non-medical staff within the Trust as and when required.



4. To liaise with IOM and Clinical Neurophysiology managers to plan workload.



5. To assist in the preparation of appropriate and accurate statistical



information and audit for the Department as required.



6. Ensure adequate stock levels are maintained.



7. Ensure that the Trust's Equal Opportunities policy is adhered to by all staff, contractors and outside agencies while in the department.



8. To ensure accurate logging and filing of data from neurophysiological investigations and be responsible for its availability and retrieval.



Research and Development



1. To actively participate or support any ongoing research, clinical trials and publications undertaken by the Department and collaborate with other departments within the Trust when necessary.



2. To liaise with the service manager and consultant(s) to introduce new technology and methods that will benefit the Department and the Trust.