Assistant Respiratory Physiologist

University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust; Leicester; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare trust in Leicester is seeking an Assistant Respiratory Physiologist. Responsibilities include performing routine spirometry tests, ambulatory blood pressure monitoring, and assisting with sleep studies. No previous experience is necessary as full training will be given. The ideal candidate should be scientifically minded, possess excellent communication skills, and have a keen eye for detail. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic team and contribute to quality patient care.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Training opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience of working with the general public.
• Ability to accurately record and input information.
• Enthusiastic and motivated.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine spirometry tests and reversibility studies.
• Conduct ambulatory blood pressure monitoring.
• Assist with sleep diagnostic testing.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

Relevant scientific qualifications

Job description

+ The job holder will undertake a range of respiratory, sleep and BP investigations to a high standard.
+ To assist more senior colleagues in other areas of physiological measurements i.e. cardio-pulmonary exercise testing
+ To undertake the maintenance and stock control of patient equipment the department provides i.e. nebulisers, CPAP, NIV
+ Ensure all equipment and resources are maintained to required standards and adhere to both Health and Safety and Infection Prevention policies
+ Responsible for ensuring the technical accuracy of equipment, maintaining quality test procedures and producing accurate reports

Working for our organisation
Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).
We have four primary goals:
+ high-quality care for all,
+ being a great place to work,
+ partnerships for impact, and
+ research and education excellence
And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.
Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
+ we are compassionate,
+ we are proud,
+ we are inclusive, and
+ we are one team
This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.
About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:
http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies, + Involved with maintaining clinical standards, evidence based practice within the specialty
+ Assist with clinical supervision and training of technical staff and other professionals, across disciplines
+ Measurement of routine spirometry with reversibility studies and FeNO, both within the department but also at our drive-through facility on-site
+ Perform blood gas analysis to assess patient's respiratory status
+ The issue and download of 24hour ambulatory blood pressure monitors, to patients that are being assessed for hypertension, or that may need their medication adjusting
+ The setting up of and the issue of overnight sleep studies, to assess for conditions such as obstructive sleep apnoea
+ Prepare patients and assist more senior practitioners/physiologists with cardiopulmonary exercise testing on adult patients
+ Assist in the oesophageal laboratory, setting up equipment incorporating aseptic techniques in preparation for measurements, assisting during the procedure and cleaning all reusable equipment according to local protocols at the end of the procedure
+ To maintain and ensure the accuracy of all equipment databases (i.e. AIMS, TIARA, AirView) used within the equipment maintenance room, including the preventative maintenance of equipment
+ To troubleshoot equipment faults and, if required, to organise equipment repair in order to maintain an efficient service
+ Ensuring all equipment within the equipment maintenance room is quarantined, reset and cleaned accordingly to local infection control policies, updating any relevant databases
+ Deal with queries that come to the equipment maintenance room, within the scope of the role
+ Oversee the quality assurance of the departments resus trolley and ordering of consumables
+ To actively participate in the sharing of skills and experience associated with each specialty aiding the spread of good practice throughout the team.
+ Facilitate a culture of quality, continuous innovation, improvement and productivity within the specialty, through the process of continuing professional development (CPD)
+ Ability to multi-task and cope with constant change and interruptions.
+ Act accordingly when exposed to distressing or emotional circumstances when dealing directly with patients and/or their relative

If you are scientifically minded with appropriate qualifications and have
experience of working with the general public this is an ideal opportunity for you.
This post requires the individual to be scientifically minded, enthusiastic, motivated and possesses excellent communication and organisational skills as well as a keen eye for detail, and the ability to accurately record and input information.
The Assistant Respiratory Physiologist will be responsible for performing routine spirometry tests, reversibility studies, ambulatory blood pressure monitoring and sleep diagnostic testing. They will also be expected to undertake administrative work and infection prevention within these clinical areas.
No previous experience is necessary as full training will be given, however, the successful candidate should demonstrate an understanding of the role. Therefore all interested candidates are strongly encouraged to visit the department

Please submit your application form without delay to avoid disappointment; we will close vacancies prior to the publishing closing date if we receive a sufficient number of completed application forms.
Please check the email account (including your junk mail) that you supplied as part of your application on a regular basis following the closing date and throughout the recruitment process, as this is how we will communicate with you.
UHL is an equal opportunities employer. We aim to employ a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds who match our job criteria.
Applicants who have a disability and meet the essential criteria for the job will be interviewed if you indicate you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme. If you require a reasonable adjustment at any stage of the recruitment process please make the recruitment services team aware as soon as possible.
UHL is committed to helping colleagues balance the demands of both their work and personal needs through flexible working arrangements wherever reasonably practicable and subject to service needs.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
Please note if you are successful in obtaining this position and the post involves regulated activity you will be required to undertake a Disclosure & Barring Service check.
The Trust will pay for the check initially and the money will then be deducted from your salary over a three month period commencing on your first month's payment.
The current price of a check is £38 for an enhanced and £18 for a standard check.
COVID 19 Risk Assessment
Due to the current Covid pandemic we have introduced a staff risk assessment into our pre-employment process. This now forms part of the mandatory pre-employment checks that will be carried out if you receive a conditional offer.
The risk assessment is intended to ensure you are able to safely perform your duties in any of our work areas, and if you have been identified as being particularly vulnerable to coronavirus. Our main aim is to reduce risk and to ensure the safety of all new starters to the Trust as well as current staff, patients and visitors.
If it is identified that you are within a vulnerable category, we will endeavor to make reasonable adjustments to accommodate this through discussions with both Occupational Health and your recruiting manager.
Covid Vaccination Status
Covid-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, family, colleagues and our patients/service users from the Covid-19 virus. We therefore continue to encourage our current and potential colleagues to get vaccinated.
University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust holds the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion at the heart of everything it does and all that it stands for. We are committed to developing a workforce that is representative of the community we serve. We welcome applications from the diverse community of Leicester, Leicester and Rutland, to help deliver healthcare services that meets the needs of our diverse communities.