Respiratory and Sleep Physiologist | Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust

Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trusts; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution in the UK is seeking a Respiratory and Sleep Physiologist. This role involves conducting respiratory physiology investigations, supervising junior staff, and initiating CPAP therapy. It offers opportunities for personal development within a supportive multidisciplinary team environment. The position is ideal for recent graduates of the BSc Healthcare Science Degree (respiratory and sleep option) looking to advance their careers in a reputable institution. Applications are encouraged from diverse backgrounds.

Qualifications

• Recent graduate of BSc Healthcare Science Degree (respiratory and sleep option) is required.
• Experience in basic and complex respiratory physiology investigations is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct basic and complex respiratory physiology investigations.
• Report and present sleep study cases.
• Initiate CPAP therapy and perform follow-ups.
• Supervise and train junior staff.

Education

BSc Healthcare Science Degree (respiratory and sleep option)

Job description

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.

Are you a recent graduate of the BSc Healthcare Science Degree (respiratory and sleep option) looking for a permanent post to further develop your role? Then this post is definitely worth applying for.

Job Location and Schedule

The post holder will mainly work at City campus but cross‑town working at QMC campus is also part of the job plan to ensure experience is gained in all respiratory and sleep physiological measurements performed at NUH. There is also a programme of CPD to support you in having the pre‑requisite requirements for higher banded roles in the future.

Contact Details

Please call Rupinder Singh (Head of Lung Function, Sleep and NIV services at NUH) on 0115 9691169 ext 84470

or Rachel Holt (Head of Department at City Campus) on 0115 9691169 ext 76190 to discuss further.

Responsibilities

• Basic and more complex respiratory physiology investigations.
• Sleep study reporting and presentation of cases for the weekly sleep MDT.
• CPAP initiation, follow‑ups and yearly reviews.
• Administrative duties pertaining to your roles above.
• Clinical supervision and training of junior staff.

With over 19,000 staff, we are one of the biggest employers in the city with a central role in supporting the health and wellbeing of our local population. We play a leading role in research, education and innovation. Come and join our wonderful team at NUH. We are big believers in diversity and welcome new ideas to help develop our team in order to deliver world class healthcare to the vast patient populations we serve. With endless personal development opportunities available, at NUH we will endeavour to turn your job into a career!

We particularly welcome applications from people who identify as Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, or Disabled, as we are striving to be better represented at NUH.

This advert closes on Sunday 28 Dec 2025.