Band 7 Sleep Lead Physiologist/AHP (maternity cover)

NHS; London; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution is seeking a Senior Sleep and Ventilation Physiologist to provide expert clinical care and leadership. This role involves managing a team, ensuring high standards of patient care, and developing the sleep service at the community diagnostic centre. The position is a fixed-term contract for one year to cover maternity leave, offering a competitive salary and the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment focused on innovation and patient wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Post-qualification experience as a Respiratory Physiologist.
• Minimum of 4 years' experience as Chief Physiologist/Senior Practitioner.
• Specialist knowledge in sleep and ventilation disorders.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care to patients with sleep and ventilation disorders.
• Lead and develop the sleep service at the community diagnostic centre.
• Train staff in sleep diagnostic testing and maintain quality standards.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical Care

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

BSc (Hons) Clinical Physiology (Respiratory and Sleep Physiology)

HCPC/RCCP Registered

Further education in respiratory function

Job description

Job summary

The post holder should be a clinical expert in the field of sleep and ventilation and is required to have a high clinical profile ensuring the provision of effective and efficient care. At this level the post holder is expected to work as a highly skilled senior sleep and ventilation physiologist with expert knowledge.

This role is clinical and managerial, the main focus of the role is to providing patient-centred clinical care of patients with sleep and ventilation disorders. The managerial aspect includes the leadership ofthe Royal Free Sleep and Ventilation team - consisting of Band 7 and band 5 sleep physiologists, STP Students, ATOs (technical officer) and admin staff and lead and develop the sleep service at the community diagnostic centre (CDC) at Finchley memorial Hospital.

The post holder will be expected to exercise a high degree of personal professional autonomy and make critical judgments to satisfy the expectations and demands of the role. The post holder will be guided by health, organisational or broad occupational policies, but in most situations the post holder will need to establish the way in which these should be interpreted and advise relevant stakeholders accordingly. He/she will be expected work at an advanced clinical level within their level of competence and to work flexibly as part of the team.

This is for a fixed term contract of one year to cover maternity leave.

Main duties of the job

1.1Provide high quality care to all patients under the care of the sleep and Ventilation Service.

1.2Always maintain a professional behaviour and promote a positive image of Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust at all times, in line with World Class Care values.

1.3Lead and develop the sleep service at the community diagnostic centre (CDC) and train staff (band 7s and band 5s) in sleep diagnostic testing and scoring at Finchley Memorial Hospital and maintain the quality of sleep diagnostic testing at Royal Free London.

1.4Provide professional, clinical and managerial leadership to all staff, including the Band 7, Band 5, STP student and junior staff, and ensure the provision of a high quality, responsive service.

1.5Ensure that the needs of patients are placed at the centre of care delivery, thus achieving trust and national standards for clinical quality, safety and patient experience.

1.6Provide a high standard of specialised advice/education on all levels to medical professionals, students, patients and company representatives. Have the ability to receive highly complex information where tact and persuasive skills are required

About us

Embarking on a professional journey with the Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust promises an enriching career experience.

As a pioneering institution at the forefront of healthcare excellence, we offer a dynamic environment characterised by innovation, collaboration, and a deep commitment to patient wellbeing.

You will become part of a team dedicated to pushing boundaries, embracing cutting-edge technology, and continuously enhancing the delivery of world-class healthcare services.

With a focus on professional development, work-life balance, and a culture of inclusivity, the trust provides a platform for you to thrive and contribute meaningfully to the advancement of healthcare.

The sleep & ventilation team at the Royal Free Hospital is an award winning service and is renowned for its innovation and research. The service reviews both CPAP and NIV patients. There is an exciting opportunity of a fixed term contract for 12 months to cover maternity leave.

Details Date posted

19 May 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£54,320 to £60,981 a year per annum inclusive of HCAS (pro-rata)

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

391-RFL-7070458-A

Job locations

Royal Free Hospital

Pond Street

London

NW3 2QG

Job description Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.

Job description Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.

Person Specification Education & Professional Qualifications Essential

• BSc (Hons) Clinical Physiology (Respiratory and Sleep Physiology) or equivalent experience + professional exam ARTP Part I and part 2
• HCPC/ RCCP (Registration Council for Clinical Physiologists) registered or equivalent
• Further education in subjects relevant to respiratory function & physiological measurements
• Specialist knowledge in practical & theoretical aspects of respiratory physiology & sleep and ventilation disorders
• Knowledge of specialist procedures acquired through specialist/management courses or training/experience to MSc. level

Experience Essential

• Post-qualification experience as a Respiratory Physiologist/Practitioner with specialist knowledge in non-invasive ventilation
• Experience in managing sleep and ventilation patients
• Teaching & mentoring junior staff and students (student healthcare scientists & other healthcare professionals)
• Experience of managing own time and workload effectively
• Experience working independently as well as part of a team
• Experience of performing and interpreting specialist tests (e.g. cardio-respiratory sleep studies and CBG)
• Proven and demonstrable post MSc qualification experience or equivalent appropriate post qualification experience.
• A minimum of 4 years' experience as Chief Physiologist/ Senior Practitioner (Band 7)
• Practical experience and familiarity with the range of basic and advanced/complex sleep investigations and treatments.

Skills and Atitudes Essential

• High level understanding of concepts of Respiratory Sleep Medicine across the three main modalities sleep disordered breathing, complex sleep and behavioural sleep medicine.
• Knowledge and range of medical conditions/treatments to enable triage and prioritisation of patient referral
• Knowledge of range of medical equipment and technologies related to the field
• Understanding of concepts related to service delivery e.g. budget/resource control, procurement, business planning
• Level of understanding of budgetary management
• Understanding of risk management.
• Understanding of the complexities and pace of change in the NHS Excellent communication skills and ability to negotiate and influence
• Skilled in use of computer/keyboard
• Knowledge of clinical governance issues e.g. handling complaints, clinical risk management
• Ability to problem -solve, prioritise and to work to deadlines
• Ability to develop collaborative working relationships with multi professional teams
• Able to manage stressful situations and challenge decisions to ensure that patient needs are met
• Able to lead, manage and motivate others in complex problem solving and assessment skills
• Able to recruit staff to world class values
• Knowledge of the wider NHS and Social Services
• Knowledge of governance systems
• Excellent communication skills required which can be adapted to all situations (includes patients, relatives, carers, staff, external multidisciplinary staff, clinicians, senior managers, etc)

Person Specification Education & Professional Qualifications Essential

• BSc (Hons) Clinical Physiology (Respiratory and Sleep Physiology) or equivalent experience + professional exam ARTP Part I and part 2
• HCPC/ RCCP (Registration Council for Clinical Physiologists) registered or equivalent
• Further education in subjects relevant to respiratory function & physiological measurements
• Specialist knowledge in practical & theoretical aspects of respiratory physiology & sleep and ventilation disorders
• Knowledge of specialist procedures acquired through specialist/management courses or training/experience to MSc. level

Experience Essential

• Post-qualification experience as a Respiratory Physiologist/Practitioner with specialist knowledge in non-invasive ventilation
• Experience in managing sleep and ventilation patients
• Teaching & mentoring junior staff and students (student healthcare scientists & other healthcare professionals)
• Experience of managing own time and workload effectively
• Experience working independently as well as part of a team
• Experience of performing and interpreting specialist tests (e.g. cardio-respiratory sleep studies and CBG)
• Proven and demonstrable post MSc qualification experience or equivalent appropriate post qualification experience.
• A minimum of 4 years' experience as Chief Physiologist/ Senior Practitioner (Band 7)
• Practical experience and familiarity with the range of basic and advanced/complex sleep investigations and treatments.

Skills and Atitudes Essential

• High level understanding of concepts of Respiratory Sleep Medicine across the three main modalities sleep disordered breathing, complex sleep and behavioural sleep medicine.
• Knowledge and range of medical conditions/treatments to enable triage and prioritisation of patient referral
• Knowledge of range of medical equipment and technologies related to the field
• Understanding of concepts related to service delivery e.g. budget/resource control, procurement, business planning
• Level of understanding of budgetary management
• Understanding of risk management.
• Understanding of the complexities and pace of change in the NHS Excellent communication skills and ability to negotiate and influence
• Skilled in use of computer/keyboard
• Knowledge of clinical governance issues e.g. handling complaints, clinical risk management
• Ability to problem -solve, prioritise and to work to deadlines
• Ability to develop collaborative working relationships with multi professional teams
• Able to manage stressful situations and challenge decisions to ensure that patient needs are met
• Able to lead, manage and motivate others in complex problem solving and assessment skills
• Able to recruit staff to world class values
• Knowledge of the wider NHS and Social Services
• Knowledge of governance systems
• Excellent communication skills required which can be adapted to all situations (includes patients, relatives, carers, staff, external multidisciplinary staff, clinicians, senior managers, etc)

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details Employer name

Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Free Hospital

Pond Street

London

NW3 2QG

Employer's website

https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details Employer name

Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Free Hospital

Pond Street

London

NW3 2QG

Employer's website

https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)