Specialist Healthcare Scientist
At a glance
- Band
- Band 6
- Contract
- Fixed-term
- Pattern
- Part-time
- Posted
- 19/08/2026
- Closes
- 02/09/2026
Sponsorship verdict
This contract type is not eligible for Skilled Worker sponsorship.
NHS Trusts cannot issue a Certificate of Sponsorship for part-time, bank, locum, zero-hours, job-share or short fixed-term (under 12 months) contracts under current Home Office rules. This applies even when the wider Trust holds a Skilled Worker licence.
Role summary
This role is for a Band 6 Healthcare Scientist specializing in Neurophysiology, covering maternity leave. The successful candidate will perform a range of diagnostic neurophysiological investigations on both adults and children in various settings. Responsibilities include delivering accurate diagnostic data, maintaining professional standards, and supporting service delivery. This position is suitable for both recently qualified and experienced Healthcare Scientists committed to patient care.
Key responsibilities
- Perform a comprehensive range of basic and advanced neurophysiological investigations on patients of all ages, demonstrating high technical expertise, accuracy, and clinical competence.
- Independently interpret neurophysiological investigations and provide technical reports, specialist advice, and recommendations to support clinical decision-making.
- Participate in the coordination and delivery of the Clinical Neurophysiology On-Call Service (Saturdays and Bank-Holidays).
Essential criteria
- STP MSc in Clinical Science (Neurophysiology Pathway) Or BSc (Hons) Clinical Physiology (Neurophysiology Or Postgraduate Certificate in Neurophysiology Or Equivalent formal specialist training; e.g. BTEC HNC in MPPM or equivalent
- Has experience of independently performing and reporting both adult and paediatric EEG recordings
- Has experience of independently performing portable EEGs, including on Intensive Care Units.
- Compassion and empathy. Sensitive understanding of children and adults who may be suffering from a wide variety of medical conditions and who may be psychiatrically disturbed, physically or verbally aggressive
Desirable criteria
- AHCS/PSA or HCPC registration
- Has experience of independently performing basic adult Nerve Conduction Studies
- Has experience of independently performing SomatoSensory Evoked Potentials
Useful to know
Agenda for Change 2024/25 pays Band 6 at £37,338 – £44,962 a year, across England.
Posted 11d ago · Closes in 4d
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Job summary
Band 6 Healthcare Scientist (Neurophysiology) - Maternity Cover
We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Band 6 Healthcare Scientist to join our friendly and dynamic Neurophysiology team, on a fixed-term maternity cover basis. The successful candidate will perform a range of diagnostic neurophysiological investigations, providing high-quality patient-centred care to both adults and children in both outpatient and inpatient settings.
Working closely with consultants, clinical physiologists, and multidisciplinary teams, you will be responsible for delivering accurate diagnostic data, maintaining high professional standards, and supporting service delivery.
This role is ideal for either a recently qualified individual, or an experienced Healthcare Scientist, who is committed to delivering excellent patient care and contributing to a high-performing service.
Main duties of the job
To perform a comprehensive range of basic and advanced neurophysiological investigations on patients of all ages, demonstrating a high level of technical expertise, accuracy, and clinical competence.
These investigations will include paediatric and adult EEG, on both outpatients and inpatients, Nerve Conduction Studies performed within Healthcare Scientist-led Carpal Tunnel clinics and long-term video EEG monitoring on children.
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