Assistant Clinical Physiologist - Respiratory

NHS National Services Scotland; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NHS Pension Scheme

27 days annual leave + holidays

Cycle to Work Scheme

Study bursaries and learning programs

Job summary

NHSGGC is recruiting for a Respiratory Physiology Laboratory post based at Glasgow Royal Infirmary Hospital. This 12-month fixed-term, full-time role requires performing basic diagnostic lung function tests and associated administrative duties across GG&C on a rotational basis.

You will work under supervision of senior physiologists, participate in training and research projects, and contribute to service development and clinical meetings.

Qualifications

• Must have good working knowledge of Microsoft packages.
• Minimum five standard grades, preferably Science/Maths.
• Completion of in-house training program and attainment of Spirometry certificate.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic diagnostic lung function testing (Spirometry, FeNO).
• Perform reversibility testing where required (nebulisers/MDI).
• Record and report basic lung function results.
• Collate data for ongoing research projects under supervision.
• Attend in-house training programmes and contribute to service development.
• Promote the service at clinical meetings and education days.

Skills

Microsoft packages

Excellent communication

Basic keyboard skills

Education

5 Standard Grades (Science/Maths)

Spirometry certificate (A Respiratory Tech body)

In-house training completion

Tools

Microsoft Word

Job description

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.

The role:

The Respiratory Physiology Service provides routine & specialized services to the population of Greater Glasgow & Clyde. This is a fixed term post of 12 months.

The post holder will be required to perform basic diagnostic investigations and general administrative duties for the respiratory laboratories within GGCHB.

The post holder must be able to travel to sites across GG&C to provide diagnostic tests on a rotational basis.

All other roles will be assessed for sponsorship eligibility in line with current Home Office requirements. NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) can only issue a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) where these are met.

Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:

• Location based in Glasgow Royal Infirmary Hospital
• Full-time position (36 hours per week)
• Fixed-term Contract for 12 months
• Shift pattern for this post is Monday - Friday, 0830 1630

Key responsibilities:

• Perform basic diagnostic lung function testing (Spirometry, FeNO).
• Perform reversibility testing where required (via nebulisers/MDI)
• Report basic lung function testing
• Collate data for the service during ongoing research projects (under guidance of senior physiologists and medical staff)
• Attend/engage in in-house training programmes as required.
• Participate in research projects and new developments linked to the service.
• Participate in promotion of service at clinical meetings, conferences and education days where applicable

Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job:

• Good working knowledge of Microsoft packages as previously noted (Essential)
• A minimum of five standard grades, preferably to include Science/Maths (Essential)
• Previous experience working within a health care setting (desirable). Full training for the scope of the role will be provided to the successful candidate. Essential NHS training (such as Moving and Handling) will also be provided

Minimum Qualifications

• 5 Standard Grades (Preferably Science/Maths)
• Excellent communication skills
• Completion of in-house training program (6 months) and attainment of professional body (Association for Respiratory Technology and Physiology) certificate in Spirometry to allow performing basic investigations without direct supervision.
• Knowledge of departmental sterilisation protocols to be attained over a 3-month induction period.
• Basic keyboard skills
• Knowledge of basic software packages (e.g. Microsoft Word)

What we offer:

We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.

As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:

• A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
• Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
• Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses
• Enhanced pay for working public holidays
• NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
• Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies

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NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) recognises the importance of work-life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. For roles where less than full-time hours can be accommodated, and where the tenure is listed as “various”, we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements. Flexible working will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and are proud of the diverse workforce we employ.

By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We welcome applications from across the Armed Forces Community and recognise military skills, experience and qualifications throughout the recruitment and selection process.