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Trainee Assistant Physiologist
University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust —Burton-On-Trent
- £25,760 - £27,476 a year
- Full-time
- Employee assistance programme
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Academic Researcher in Biomedical Science
University of Derby —Kedleston
- £29,588 - £44,746 a year
- Weekend availability
- Doctoral degree
- English
- Research
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
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Trainee Assistant Physiologist

University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust -
Burton-On-Trent

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Full-time
£25,760 - £27,476 a year
20 hours ago

Benefits

Discounted gym membership
Employee assistance programme
Car scheme

Full job description

An opportunity has arisen to join our friendly and supportive teams as a Trainee Assistant Physiologist within the Cardio‑Respiratory Department at Queen’s Hospital Burton (QHB) and the Clinical Measurement Department at Royal Derby Hospital (RDH).

This role is ideal for someone with an interest in healthcare science who is keen to develop skills in performing routine diagnostic investigations . Following completion of the required training and competency assessments, you will work as an Assistant Physiologist , undertaking a range of standard diagnostic clinical measurement investigations across various sections of the department.
Services are primarily delivered from QHB and RDH, with additional clinics based at our Community Diagnostic Centres (CDCs) and at Sir Robert Peel Community Hospital.
To help us assess applications fairly and consistently, please structure the following questions in your supporting information.

Why are you interested in this Trainee Assistant Physiologist role?

What skills, experience, or personal qualities do you have that will help you succeed in performing routine diagnostic investigations and working with patients?

Can you provide an example of how you have adapted to new environments or worked effectively within a team?

This is a varied role offering excellent exposure to different clinical environments, with full training and support provided to help you develop within the service.

You will primarily be involved in recording Electrocardiographs (ECG’s) on a variety of inpatients and outpatients of all ages. As competency progresses the post holder will develop further skills to enable them to perform and assist with other tests carried out within the department.

A significant portion of the post will be based within the Cardio-respiratory Department at Queens hospital at Burton, however, some rotation to our sister sites will also be required. These include Royal Derby Hospital, Sir Robert Peel Community Hospital, Florence Nightingale Community Hospital and Samuel Johnson

This is not a qualified position although you will be expected to study towards the Certificate in Electrocardiography in order to attain competency in ECG recording and basic interpretation.

You must have GCSEs in English, Maths and one Science subject, grade C or above/grades 4-9 or equivalent. Previous experience of working with the general public is essential.

Applicants who are shortlisted are strongly advised to arrange a visit to look around the department.

Closing date of applications: 31st August 2026

Interview date: 11th September 2026

As a trusted organisation at the heart of our communities, we recognise the important role we can play in supporting the public, patients, our own people and local partners in achieving the best of health for the local population and the communities in which they live by providing Exceptional Care Together.

Our fundamental Values of Compassion, Openness and Excellence underpin how we intend to work as a Trust and the associated behaviours are becoming embedded in all aspects of how we work.

In return we will offer:
Development opportunities, both professional and leadership development
On-going support from recruitment to when you join our team and beyond.
Staff benefits including employee assistance programme, discounted gym membership, onsite fitness classes, car schemes

Key Facts:
We see on average 4810 OP appointments a day.
We are the 4 th busiest Trauma & Orthopaedic outpatients department in England – an average of 2077 per week.
An average of 1115 patients are seen in A&Es across our network every day – 3rd largest in the country.
Our hospitals admit an average of 195 emergency patients daily.
Last year we undertook almost 33,700 planned surgical operations in our 57 operating theatres.
We are one of only 7 Trusts nationally with more than 50 operating theatres.
We carry out more than 140 elective procedures each working day.
UHDB is a research active University Hospital with a large and varied portfolio of clinical trials and research opportunities for all staff.

Please see attached Job description and Person Specification. To apply please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB – this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account.

UHDB is committed to fair and transparent recruitment. We welcome authentic applications that reflect your own skills, experience and motivations for the role. While we understand that candidates may use AI tools for grammar, formatting or accessibility purposes, applications that appear to be substantially AI‑generated may be subject to additional review. If this applies to your submission, we will let you know and may ask for clarification. Please ensure your application accurately represents your experience and is written in your own words.

Following the recent update on UK immigration policy for those on a Health and Care Visa or Skilled Worker Visa, please click on the link to check your eligibility before applying for this post as we may be unable to provide sponsorship Skilled worker: Health and Care Visa | NHS Employers

Important visa information: Due to UK Home Office immigration rule changes effective from 22 July 2025, applicants sponsored under Occupation Code 6131 (Nursing Auxiliaries and Assistants) may not be eligible to bring dependants under the Skilled Worker route if their Certificate of Sponsorship is issued on or after this date. Applicants are responsible for understanding how these rules apply to their individual circumstances. The Trust cannot provide immigration advice. Further information is available on the Skilled Worker visa: Your partner and children - GOV.UK

Your application (for shortlisting purposes) is assessed based on the Person Specification in the job advert (below).

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