Paediatric Respiratory Physiologist

The Methodist Church in Britain; Greater London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Royal Brompton Hospital in London is seeking a paediatric respiratory physiology assistant for a one-year fixed-term post, performing lung function tests (spirometry, FeNO, impedance, CPET) and writing reports.

You will work across clinics, theatres and the ward, with cross-site activity at Evelina Children's Hospital, collaborating with sleep physiologists and a multidisciplinary team; a BSc or equivalent is required, with experience with children and knowledge of respiratory physiology.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of respiratory physiology.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work under pressure with patients who have complex medical conditions.
• Strong teamwork within a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Perform respiratory physiology tests, including spirometry, FeNO, impedance studies and cardiopulmonary exercise testing.
• Analyse test data and produce reports.
• Explain tests to children in an age-appropriate way so they can participate.
• Work with children, families and the multidisciplinary team to obtain accurate results and best outcomes.
• Work in clinics, theatres and on the ward.
• Work across sites, with cross-site work at Evelina Children's Hospital.

Skills

Respiratory physiology knowledge

Communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

BSc, BTEC or equivalent

Job description

A one-year fixed-term post in the paediatric respiratory physiology service at Royal Brompton Hospital, with some work at Evelina Children's Hospital. The job centres on lung function tests for children, including spirometry, FeNO, impedance studies and cardiopulmonary exercise testing, then analysing results and writing reports. Work spans clinics, theatres and the ward, alongside sleep physiologists and a wider multidisciplinary team. Applicants need a BSc, BTEC or equivalent, experience with children and knowledge of respiratory physiology.

What the job involves

• Perform respiratory physiology tests, including spirometry, FeNO, impedance studies and cardiopulmonary exercise testing
• Analyse test data and produce reports
• Explain tests to children in an age-appropriate way so they can take part
• Work with children, families and the multidisciplinary team to obtain accurate results and the best possible outcomes
• Work in clinics, theatres and on the ward
• Work across sites, with some cross-site working at Evelina Children's Hospital

What’s required

Qualifications

• BSc, BTEC or equivalent

Experience

• Experience with children

Skills & knowledge

• Knowledge of respiratory physiology
• Ability to communicate well orally and in writing
• Ability to work under pressure with patients who have complex medical conditions
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team

Nice to have

• Registration (type not specified)
• ARTP part 1 and 2 or equivalent
• Experience of working with children in a healthcare environment
• Experience of performing respiratory physiological tests