Respiratory and Sleep Physiologist

NHS; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the East Midlands is seeking a Respiratory and Sleep physiologist to join their team. This permanent position offers an opportunity for recent graduates of the BSc Healthcare Science Degree to gain hands-on experience in a supportive environment. The role will involve performing a variety of physiological investigations, conducting sleep studies, and providing clinical supervision. Candidates should have a relevant degree and experience in a respiratory or sleep department. The Trust is committed to diversity and welcomes applications from all backgrounds.

Qualifications

• Current performance of the range of respiratory and sleep investigations.
• Documented evidence of working as a trainee physiologist.
• Evidence of completing respiratory physiology reports.
• Evidence of organising own activity around other clinical commitments.
• Evidence of ability to cope under stressful situations.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic and complex respiratory physiology investigations.
• Conduct sleep study reporting and present cases for the weekly sleep MDT.
• Initiate CPAP, organize follow‑ups and yearly reviews.
• Carry out administrative duties related to these roles.
• Provide clinical supervision and training to junior staff.

Skills

Knowledge of Quality and Infection Control Procedures

Ability to use Trust PAS systems

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Ability to use own initiative

Teamwork and independent working skills

Physically able to move patients

Adaptable and flexible to work hours

Education

BSc Healthcare Science Degree (respiratory and sleep option)

Minimum 3 years experience at AFC Band 4/5 level

Completion of a leadership training course

Job description

The closing date is 28 December 2025

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the continuously growing Respiratory, Sleep and NIV physiology team at Nottingham University Hospitals (NUH) NHS Trust for a Respiratory and Sleep physiologist. This is a permanent post designed to develop recent graduates of the BSc Healthcare Science Degree (respiratory and sleep option).

The post holder will mainly work at City campus but will also cross‑town to QMC campus to gain experience across all respiratory and sleep physiological measurements performed at NUH. A programme of CPD will support you in meeting the pre‑requisite requirements for higher banded roles.

For further discussion please contact:

• Rupinder Singh (Head of Lung Function, Sleep and NIV services at NUH) – 0115 9691169 ext 84470
• Rachel Holt (Head of Department at City Campus) – 0115 9691169 ext 76190

Main duties of the job

• Perform basic and more complex respiratory physiology investigations
• Conduct sleep study reporting and present cases for the weekly sleep MDT
• Initiate CPAP, organize follow‑ups and yearly reviews
• Carry out administrative duties related to these roles
• Provide clinical supervision and training to junior staff

About us

With over 19,000 staff, NUH is one of the city’s biggest employers, playing a leading role in research, education and innovation. We are committed to diversity, welcoming new ideas and supporting personal development to turn your role into a career. We particularly welcome applications from people who identify as Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, or Disabled, as we strive to improve representation.

Person Specification

Qualifications / Experience

• BSc Healthcare Science Degree (respiratory and sleep option)
• Minimum 3 years experience at AFC Band 4/5 level in a respiratory/sleep department
• Current performance of the range of respiratory and sleep investigations listed in the job description
• Completion of a leadership training course
• Documented evidence of working as a trainee physiologist
• Evidence of completing respiratory physiology reports
• Evidence of organising own activity around other clinical commitments
• Evidence of ability to cope under stressful situations

Skills

• Knowledge of Quality and Infection Control Procedures pertaining to Respiratory / Sleep Physiology
• Ability to use Trust PAS systems (Nerve Centre, Notis, WebHiss, etc.)
• Excellent written and oral communication skills with high level of attention to detail
• Ability to use own initiative when unexpected situations arise
• Willingness and ability to work as part of a team as well as independently
• Physically able to move patients in wheelchairs and beds and equipment as required
• Adaptable and flexible to start / finish times of the department to meet workload demands

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Address

Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust – City campus