Higher Assistant Respiratory Physiologist

The Methodist Church in Britain; Stourbridge; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing support

Healthy work-life balance

Flexible working options

Job summary

The Lung Function Unit at Corbett Hospital, part of the Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust, is offering a permanent post in the physiologist team. The role focuses on routine lung function tests and sleep studies, mainly spirometry on adult outpatients, plus issuing home sleep study equipment.

Training is provided and competency is assessed task-by-task; no prior experience is required for the main duties. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for a face-to-face interview.

Qualifications

• Essential: GCSE English, Maths and a science at grade 4 or above or equivalent such as Functional Skills Level 2
• A-level grade E or above in Maths, English and one science or NVQ Level 3 in Healthcare or equivalent
• Experience in NHS or busy department is desirable

Responsibilities

• Perform routine lung function tests, mainly on adult outpatients
• Carry out sleep studies
• Perform spirometry, the main diagnostic breathing test
• Issue domiciliary sleep study equipment
• Help with the day-to-day running of the lung function service
• Complete the in-house training programme and reach the required competence levels

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Telephone skills

Data input

Organisation

Time management

Independence

Interpersonal skills

NHS values

Education

GCSE English/Math/Science

A-level Maths/English/Science or NVQ Level 3 Healthcare

Job description

This permanent role sits in the physiologist team of the Multidisciplinary Respiratory Team at the Lung Function Unit, Corbett Hospital, part of the Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust. The work centres on routine lung function tests and sleep studies, mainly spirometry on adult outpatients, plus issuing home sleep study equipment. Training is given in every aspect of the job and competence is assessed task by task, so no prior experience of the main duties is expected. Shortlisted candidates attend a face-to-face interview at Russells Hall Hospital.

What the job involves

• Perform routine lung function tests, mainly on adult outpatients
• Carry out sleep studies
• Perform spirometry, the main diagnostic breathing test
• Issue domiciliary sleep study equipment
• Help with the day-to-day running of the lung function service
• Complete the in-house training programme and reach the required competence levels

Qualifications

• GCSE grade 4 or above in English, Maths and a science, or equivalent such as Functional Skills Level 2
• A-level grade E or above in Maths, English and one science, or equivalent such as NVQ Level 3 in Healthcare

Experience

• Previous NHS experience
• Experience of working in a busy department or similar setting

Skills & knowledge

• Good verbal and written communication and telephone skills, with a polite phone manner
• Comfortable communicating with patients and health professionals, including explaining technical results
• Accuracy, attention to detail and basic IT skills with data input
• Good organisation, time management and ability to work independently
• Interaction with people from varied backgrounds, cultures and beliefs
• Understanding of the NHS Constitution and Trust values of Care, Respect and Responsibility

Other

• Honesty, reliability and trustworthiness, with concern for patient welfare and respect for dignity
• Commitment to in-house training
• Ability to work as part of a team, follow instructions and motivate staff groups
• Ability to cope with distressing circumstances, unpredictable patterns and conflicting demands on time
• Positive approach to work and support for agreed change
• Commitment to a diverse, inclusive workplace and to safe, caring and effective services

Nice to have

• ARTP Certificate in Spirometry or equivalent assessed competence
• ARTP Certificate in Pulse Oximetry or equivalent assessed competence
• Basic Life Support
• Experience with spirometry interpretation
• Experience of working closely with clinical staff in a multidisciplinary team
• Demonstrated equipment maintenance
• Demonstrated ability to work without direct supervision
• Knowledge of the speciality and the duties of a Higher Assistant Respiratory Physiologist

What’s offered

• Support for wellbeing under the NHS People Promise
• Healthy work-life balance
• Flexible working options
• Reasonable adjustments where possible
• Learning and development through the Learning & OD Team
• Development topics including communication, wellbeing, team development, cultural competency and values