Respiratory Care Apprentice: Sleep & Spirometry

Bidvane; Nuneaton; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site nursery

27 days annual leave + bank holidays

Cycle-to-work scheme

Flexible working

In-house training and development

Buy or sell annual leave

Subsidised restaurant and on-site car/

On-site parking

Job summary

George Eliot Hospital NHS Trust’s Physiological Sciences team in the Cardio-Respiratory Department is seeking a Trainee Respiratory Associate Practitioner. The role involves carrying out respiratory and sleep investigations and supporting diagnosis and patient care.

It includes a two-year Level 4 Healthcare Science apprenticeship with 20% off-the-job training, 37.5 hours per week, and a focus on autonomous practice under supervision.

Qualifications

• Level 2 Maths, English and Science or equivalents.
• Previous healthcare environment experience.
• Good IT skills and Microsoft Office knowledge.
• Ability to communicate clearly and work in a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Carry out respiratory and sleep investigations to support diagnosis and patient care.
• Undertake supervised on-the-job training as part of the Level 4 Healthcare Science apprenticeship.
• Assist with home oxygen clinics and CPAP/nebuliser equipment maintenance.
• Calibrate equipment, ensure safety and decontamination procedures are followed.
• Report test results to medical staff and support patient safety and confidentiality.

Skills

IT skills

Communication

Teamwork

Organisational skills

Education

Level 2 Maths

Level 2 English

Level 2 Science

Job description

George Eliot Hospital NHS Trust’s Physiological Sciences team in the Cardio-Respiratory Department is seeking a Trainee Respiratory Associate Practitioner. The role involves carrying out respiratory and sleep investigations and supporting diagnosis and patient care.

It includes a two-year Level 4 Healthcare Science apprenticeship with 20% off-the-job training, 37.5 hours per week, and a focus on autonomous practice under supervision.