Highly specialist clinical physiologist/trainee

Company: Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital (RNOH) NHS Trust
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Location: Stanmore
Job Description:

Seeking an individual with extensive intra-operative neurophysiological monitoring (IONM) experience during spinal surgeries. You would also be able to conduct neurophysiological investigations in both outpatient & inpatient settings; performing mobile electroencephalography (EEG), somatosensory evoked potentials (SSEPs) and nerve conduction studies for the diagnosis of Carpal Tunnel syndrome.

If you are a qualified Clinical Physiologist but do not have experience of IONM then you may be able to join our team as a Band 7 – Annex 21 Trainee. This is a 4‑year in‑house training programme which will equip you with the skills and knowledge to independently perform IONM during spinal and peripheral nerve injury surgeries. Depending on your skills and experience of IONM you may enter in year 1‑4 as appropriate.

As a guide to the level of experience and competency required, our third‑year trainees work independently performing spinal IONM and take part in the department on‑call service.

Training and Remuneration

Remuneration during the training is as follows:

  • Yr 1 – 60% of the top of a Band 7
  • Yr 2 – 65% of the top of a Band 7
  • Yr 3 – 70% of the top of a Band 7
  • Yr 4 – 75% of the top of a Band 7

Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend the RNOH Stanmore for interview. Eligibility for the training programme requires an existing right to work in the UK.

Work Pattern

This is a full‑time Band 7 role: 37.5 hours over 7 days, typically four days 8‑18:00 or three days 8:00‑21:00.

Main Duties

  • Intraoperative neurophysiological monitoring performed during complex neuro‑spinal and spinal‑orthopaedic procedures.
  • Peripheral nerve injury surgery.
  • Assisting in electromyography clinics.
  • Nerve conduction studies for diagnosis of carpal tunnel syndrome.
  • Participating in the intraoperative Neuromonitoring on‑call service.
  • Contributing to the mobile Evoked Potentials & Electroencephalography (EEG) service, where suitably qualified.

This role is patient‑facing and primarily theatre‑based. Excellent communication and team‑working skills are paramount.

Benefits

  • 24/7 access to wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Programme.
  • A Rewards & Recognition platform, offering opportunities to thank colleagues, send gifts, and access exclusive discounts.
  • A dedicated Staff Wellbeing Hub, providing a space to relax and recharge away from the work environment.
  • Salary sacrifice schemes for transport (season ticket loans, car and bike), electrical goods, and childcare.

Commitment to Equality and Inclusion

At RNOH, we’re committed to being actively anti‑discriminatory and actively inclusive.

Contact Details

For further details or informal visits, contact:

Name: Emma Carter

Job title: Head of Clinical Neurophysiology

Email address: emma.carter15@nhs.net

Telephone number: 02089095449

Name: Alex Woodhams

Email address: alexander.woodhams@nhs.net

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Posted: June 1st, 2026