Respiratory Physiologist - St Helens

Pulse Healthcare; Greater London; On-site; GBP 72,531,000 - 94,021,000; Full time

Job summary

Pulse Healthcare’s Clinical Physiology team in St Helens is seeking a dedicated Locum Respiratory Physiologist to join us for a 3‑month placement. You will conduct respiratory function tests, interpret results and contribute to patient management.

Ideal candidates hold Respiratory Physiologist registration, Band 5–7 with reporting experience and NHS experience. This full-time locum role offers £27–£35 per hour and a supportive multidisciplinary environment.

Qualifications

• PFT/LFT experience required.
• Registration as Respiratory Physiologist.
• Band 5–7 with reporting experience.
• Minimum NHS experience of 6 months.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work independently and manage own workload.
• Proven experience as a Respiratory Physiologist.

Responsibilities

• Conduct respiratory function tests and assessments.
• Analyze and interpret test results.
• Provide treatment plans and follow-up care.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive patient care.
• Maintain accurate patient records and documentation.

Skills

PFT/LFT experience

NHS experience

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Independent workload management

Education

Respiratory Physiologist registration

Job description

Role:Locum Respiratory Physiologist
Banding: Band 6/7
Location: St Helens
Start Date: 20/08/2025
Duration:3 Months
Hours:Full-time
Rate: £27 - £35 per hour

The Clinical Physiology team at Pulse is seeking a dedicated and experienced Respiratory Physiologist to join our team in St Helens. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, providing high-quality care and support to patients.

Duties and Responsibilities:

You will conduct respiratory function tests and assessments. You will analyze and interpret test results. You will provide treatment plans and follow-up care. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive patient care. You will maintain accurate patient records and documentation.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Clinical PFT/LFT experience.
• Relevant qualifications and registration as a Respiratory Physiologist.
• Band 5, 6 or 7 with reporting experience.
• Minimum of 6 months' experience within the NHS.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work independently and manage your own workload.
• Proven experience as a Respiratory Physiologist.

Why work with Pulse?

From the moment you register with us, our focus is entirely on you. During our first conversation, you will quickly see that we understand your specialty inside and out.

Our expert recruitment consultants are dedicated to finding you the best opportunities and supporting you every step of the way to secure the perfect placement. With our preferred or sole supplier status with many clients, you will have access to exclusive opportunities that you won't find anywhere else.

We always prioritize your best interests, engaging in meaningful conversations and truly listening to you. You are an individual, a professional - not just a resource.

Reasonable Adjustments:

If you consider yourself to have a disability or require any reasonable adjustment during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please highlight this at the earliest opportunity by contacting our team. With this information, we will provide appropriate support to you throughout the process and into your work placement.

We are unable to support or accept applications from candidates who are residents within the Red or Amber list of the Code of practice for the international recruitment of health and social care personnel in England, based on the World Health Organisation (WHO) Workforce Support and Safeguard List.