220008 - Clinical Physiologist - Annex 21 (SNIS) - #1791389

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Trainee Clinical Physiologist

(Annex 21) Band 5

1 Post Based within LUHD

Full Time 37 hrs/week

Applications are invited for the above position

Department of Sleep Medicine, NHS Lothian

An opportunity has arisen for a motivated, enthusiastic individual to join our team working in Sleep Physiology.

The Department of Sleep Medicine based at the RIE is a tertiary referral centre for the diagnosis and treatment of all forms of sleep related breathing and neurological disorders.

Applicants for the Trainee post should already have a relevant degree (e.g. Physiology or similar) and will receive in service training within the Dept of Sleep Medicine, covering all aspects of sleep tests and assessments. The post holder will be required to complete the RPSGT or equivalent professional exam and gain PTP equivalence through the Academy of Healthcare Science (ACHS) as part of their training.

Required

The post-holder will be self-motivated, innovative and capable of managing their own workload in an efficient and flexible manner. Applicants should be able to demonstrate a commitment to continuing professional development. The successful applicant will be required to work both day and night shifts. If you are eager for a new challenge then informal enquiries can be made to:

Vitor Roldao

Department Lead

Tel 0131 242 3885

Department of Sleep Medicine

*Please note this is a Trainee post, therefore Annex 21 applies*

For Trainees Covered By Annex 21 Where The Period Of Training Lasts For Between One And Four Years, Pay Will Be As Follows

• up to 12 months prior to completion of training: 75 per cent of the pay band maximum of the fully qualified rate.
• more than one but less than two years prior to completion of training: 70 per cent of the pay band maximum of the qualified rate of the qualified.
• more than two but less than three years prior to completion of training: 65 per cent of the pay band maximum for the qualified rate.
• more than three years from completion of training: 60 per cent of the pay band maximum of the fully qualified rate.
  
  

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