Highly Specialist Respiratory/Sleep Physiologist

Transformation Unit; Macclesfield; On-site; GBP 49,000 - 57,000; Part time

Job summary

East Cheshire NHS Trust is seeking a Band 7 Respiratory and Sleep Clinical Physiologist to join our Respiratory and Sleep service. The post is part-time (30 hours per week), working cross-site at Macclesfield District General Hospital and the new Community Diagnostic Centre in Congleton.

A BSc in Clinical Physiology and RCCP/HCPC registration are required, with ARTP accreditation desirable. You will develop respiratory and sleep diagnostics, including CPAP therapy, and support junior staff

Qualifications

• BSc Clinical Physiology or equivalent.
• RCCP/HCPC registration in good standing.
• Experience in sleep physiology and CPAP desirable.
• Voluntary registration with RCCP/AHCS is acceptable if progressing.

Responsibilities

• Undertake respiratory diagnostic tests independently (full lung function, spirometry, reversibility).
• Perform sleep diagnostic testing and CPAP-related procedures.
• Analyse and report complex respiratory data with accuracy.
• Contribute to MDT meetings and service development.
• Lead training and supervision of juniors and students.

Skills

Respiratory testing

Sleep diagnostics

Data interpretation

MDT collaboration

Communication skills

Organisation

Education

BSc Clinical physiology

RCCP/HCPC registration

Job description

Main area Cardio Respiratory Department Grade NHS AfC: Band 7 Contract Permanent Hours Part time - 30 hours per week (Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm (4 Days)) Job ref 209-A-26-8069664

Employer East Cheshire NHS Trust Employer type NHS Site Macclesfield District Town Victoria Road, Macclesfield Salary £49,387 - £56,515 per annum, pro rata (Subject to job matching) Salary period Yearly Closing 28/09/2026 23:59

Highly Specialist Respiratory/Sleep Physiologist

NHS AfC: Band 7

It is all about the people at East Cheshire NHS Trust. We have a real sense of community, and our values are truly embedded into everything we do, ensuring we are a great and inclusive place to work. You will be supported, developed and empowered throughout your career with us. Come and join us, where you can play your part in helping us deliver outstanding care and improving the health of all the people we serve.

Job overview

**Subject to job matching**

East Cheshire NHS Trust is expanding its Respiratory and Sleep service and is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Band 7 Respiratory and Sleep Clinical Physiologist to join our friendly, forward-thinking team.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering and developing a comprehensive range of respiratory and sleep diagnostics. Respiratory investigations include spirometry, lung volumes, gas transfer, bronchodilator reversibility and respiratory muscle assessment, with opportunities to develop advanced testing.

Our established sleep service provides physiologist-led clinics, sleep diagnostics and CPAP therapy for patients with sleep-disordered breathing, alongside face-to-face and remote follow-up and a patient helpline. You will work closely with the wider multidisciplinary team and local tertiary centres.

• Develop your expertise across respiratory physiology and sleep diagnostics.


• Access support for further training, education and CPAP competencies.


• Contribute to the development and expansion of our services.


• Support the training and development of junior staff, students and medical colleagues.


• Take an active role in clinical leadership, audit, research and service improvement.


• Contribute to MDT working and the review of complex patients.


• Be encouraged to introduce new ideas and ways of working.

Main duties of the job

***Please note this post may be closed early if a high number of applications are received***

The successful candidate will be an experienced, adaptable team player with excellent communication and organisational skills, able to manage and prioritise their workload effectively.

You will require previous Band 6 experience, a BSc in Clinical Physiology or equivalent, voluntary registration with RCCP/AHCS and relevant ARTP respiratory accreditation/competencies. Experience in sleep physiology and CPAP is desirable.

Experienced Band 6 applicants working towards the required competencies may be considered, with support to progress to Band 7 on completion of the relevant departmental competencies and qualifications.

This is a part time post working cross site at Macclesfield District General Hospital and at the new purpose built Community Diagnsotic centre in Congleton. 30 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 9am–5pm.

Join us and play a key role in developing a high-quality, patient-focused Respiratory and Sleep service across East Cheshire.

Please be advised we are unable to provide Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship to non-UK residents.

Working for our organisation

We are committed to providing the best quality integrated care to our patients. To achieve this aim we need highly motivated staff who are united by common values and behaviours.

We believe our workforce is our greatest asset and we actively support our staff to develop their capabilities to the full, with a variety of learning and development opportunities.

Whether you are just starting out in your career or are looking to use your skills and experience in a new role, East Cheshire NHS Trust is the right employer for you. We look forward to you joining us so that we can bring out your best.

Please be aware that this post requires an Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check with barred lists, the cost of which is payable by the successful candidate. If you have lived or worked abroad for 6 months or more in the last 5 years you will need to obtain an overseas police clearance. Further information can be found on the additional information links at the bottom of the advert.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

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Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.

Person specification

Qualifications

• BSc Clinical physiology


• RCCP /HCPC registration


• Evidence of ongoing professional development


• ILS trained

Knowledge & Skills

• Ability to undertake respiratory diagnostic tests independently. (Full lung function, Muscle strength testing, 6 minute walk tests, spiromertry and reversibility, challenge testing).Producing an accurate report.


• Ability to undertake sleep diagnostic testing including downloading and undertaking a basic overview of accuracy and technical quality of data.


• Ability to analyse and interpret complex respiratory data producing accurate reports


• Understands the education systems for Cardio-Respiratory Physiologists within the UK


• Understands the broader role of Cardio-Respiratory Physiology within the NHS


• formulate clinical reports


• IT user skills in clinical data manipulation


• Good organisation/management skills


• Good communication and listening skills


• Flexible adaptable style working


• High level of hands on skill in respiratory and sleep diagnostic testing


• Demonstrable skills in a broad range of respiratory and sleep diagnostics


• High level of analytical skills


• Employs specialist knowledge and experience


• Positive approach to problem solving


• Ability to secure the support of others


• Motivation to develop modern, quality services


• Forward and analytical thinking


• Ability to develop/sustain appropriate professional relationships


• Knowledge of local and national policy


• Experience of formal teaching within a multidisciplinary setting

Experience

• Experience of delivering education/mentorship to trainees.


• Significant experience of undertaking and reporting

Other Role Requirments

Further Information

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification). In order to facilitate applications from all members of the community the Trust is able to offer services including Braille Applications and Interpreting Services.

The Trust may close any advertised post before the stated closing date. We recommend that you apply as soon as possible.

If you have not heard from us within 3 weeks of the advert closing date, regretfully you should assume that your application has been unsuccessful.

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Name Martha Scott Job title Principal Physiologist Email address [e-mail] Telephone number 01625 661712 Additional information

For an informal visit or further information please contact Martha Scott, Principal Physiologist on 01625 661712.