Respiratory Physiologist

Integrated Care System; Dudley; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Dudley is looking for a qualified Respiratory Physiologist. This permanent role involves performing various lung function tests and contributing to a specialized respiratory service. The ideal candidate should be ARTP registered or in the process and possess relevant experience. Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently are essential. You will collaborate with a friendly team to ensure high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Experience in respiratory physiology and healthcare environment.
• Knowledge of specialized respiratory investigations.
• Ability to work unsupervised and make independent decisions.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic procedures like lung function tests and sleep studies.
• Assist in the day-to-day running of the lung function service.
• Liaise with medical and non-medical staff regarding patient test results.

Skills

Ability to perform lung function tests

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work independently

Team collaboration

Understanding of respiratory diseases

Education

BSc in Clinical Science/Physiology

Level 4 Healthcare Science Associate Apprenticeship

Registered or eligible for AHCS registration

Tools

Basic computer skills

Microsoft Office software

Job description

We are looking to recruit a suitably qualified Respiratory Physiologist on a permanent contract. They will join our friendly team at the Lung Function Unit, Russells Hall Hospital, Dudley.

It would be an ideal opportunity for someone who has recently qualified or just completing BSc Clinical Physiology (respiratory).

The department offers a wide range of both routine and specialist respiratory investigations.

You should ideally be ARTP registered or applying for it, have experience working in respiratory physiology particularly in specialist areas.

Please note, shortlisted candidates will be required to attend a face-to-face interview at Russells Hall Hospital, Dudley, England.

Main duties of the job

The post-holder will be required to perform a range of diagnostic procedures on patients within a specialised physiology setting such as full lung function tests, challenge testing, sleep studies, muscle pressures and field exercise tests to greatly assist with the day to day running of the service.

These tests will be primarily performed as an outpatient basis on the adult population.

Please note, shortlisted candidates will be required to attend a face-to-face interview at Russells Hall Hospital, Dudley, England.

About us

At the Dudley Group our patients and staff are at the heart of all that we do and that is to provide a world class service that aligns with our vision of "excellent health care, improved health for all". We are seeking to recruit staff who share our vision and values of making Dudley Group an incredible workplace.

As part of the NHS People Promise, your wellbeing is our priority, and we are committed to ensuring our employees achieve a healthy work-life balance supported by our flexible working options and by making reasonable adjustments where possible. We believe no-one should have to sacrifice family, friends, or their personal interests for work. We are a modern employer able to attract and retain high quality staff through our commitment to the NHS People Promise.

As an employer, we foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to contribute their best. We want to ensure that our workforce is representative of the population we serve. More information - inclusive practice people promise.

Dudley Group offer many opportunities for our staff to develop and grow within their roles through our Learning & OD Team. These include topics such as communication, wellbeing, team development, cultural competency, and values.

Please click below to view our EDI page: Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion - The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust (dgft.nhs.uk)

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached job description for full details of the main duties and responsibilities that the post holder is required to undertake.

Person Specification

Education & Qualifications

• BSc in Clinical Science/Physiology or relevant scientific degree Or
• Level 4 Healthcare science associate Apprenticeship and Practitioner Training Programme Equivalence
• ARTP Part 1 and Part 2 Assessment Or ARTP Practitioner examination Or equivalent experience
• Registered or be eligible for the AHCS registration.

Experience & Knowledge

• Experience working within respiratory physiology & healthcare environment.
• Knowledge of specialised respiratory investigations.
• Knowledge of respiratory diseases and their effects on respiratory function.
• Be able to work unsupervised & demonstrate ability to work as an independent practitioner.
• Experience in performing full lung function & basic sleep investigations.
• Teaching/supervising others.

Skills & Abilities

• Can perform a range of basic and specialised lung function tests without supervision.
• Demonstrate laboratory maintenance, calibration and quality control procedures.
• Demonstrate highly developed skills for use of equipment.
• Ability to interpret basic lung function tests.
• Able to present data and information in a concise format.
• Able to prepare reports for clinical colleagues.
• Basic computer / keyboard skills with knowledge of Microsoft Office software.
• Can understand limitations of the role and the need to refer to others.

Personal Qualities

• Desire to work with people.
• Demonstrated ability to work without direct supervision.
• Demonstrate a positive approach to all aspects of work.
• Calm particularly in stressful situations.
• Tactful, understanding and patient.
• Able to deal with bodily fluids.
• Able to work under pressure and with conflicting demands on time.
• Physically able to carry out duties of the post.
• Open to flexible working.

Communication & Interpersonal Skills

• Evidence of a good standard of Literacy / English language skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to communicate effectively with all levels of staff and patients.
• Able to work in a team.
• Able to independently liaise with medical and non-medical staff regarding patient test results.
• Demonstrate sensitivity to the needs of others.

Trust Vision & Values

• Able to provide safe, caring and effective services.
• We would expect your values and behaviours to reflect the Trust values of Care, Respect & Responsibility.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.