Respiratory Physiology Technician

NHS; Isleworth; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in England is seeking a Respiratory Physiology Technician to join their team at West Middlesex Hospital. The role involves performing a variety of respiratory diagnostic tests and delivering patient-centered care. The ideal candidate will have a Level 4 qualification or equivalent experience, along with a spirometry certificate and experience in clinical settings. This position offers a salary of £32,199 to £34,876 per annum and focuses on enhancing patient experiences through innovative care pathways.

Qualifications

• Experience working with patients in a clinical environment.
• Ability to organise and prioritise workload and demonstrate initiative.
• Evidence of experience conducting lung function tests.

Responsibilities

• Perform a range of routine respiratory investigations effectively.
• Support the delivery of patient-centered care.
• Communicate effectively with medical staff regarding any concerns.

Skills

Spirometry

Respiratory muscle strength assessment

Capillary Blood gas sampling and analysis

Gas transfer

Six minute walk testing

Education

Level 4 qualification or equivalent experience

Job description

Go back to Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Respiratory Physiology Technician

The closing date is 21 January 2026

The post holder will be based at West Middlesex Hospital and may be required to do some work at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital. The post holder will work within the main department building contributing to respiratory and sleep diagnostic services for both inpatients and outpatients. This will involve performing diagnostic respiratory tests such as spirometry, transfer factor, lung volumes (body box), ear‑lobe blood gases, supporting with cardio‑pulmonary exercise tests, skin prick testing, lung clearance index (LCI) testing (pending), and Impulse Oscillometry (IOS). The post holder will be delivering inpatient and outpatient sleep studies, including multi‑channel polygraphs and overnight oximetry. Responsibilities will include supporting the delivery of patient‑centred care, contributing to the development and implementation of innovative diagnostic pathways in partnership with the wider respiratory team, ensuring smooth operation and high standards of care, maintaining equipment, and assisting with quality assurance and improvement processes.

Main duties of the job

Performing a range of routine respiratory investigations in a cross‑site departmental set up. These would include but are not limited to:

• Gas transfer
• Reversibility of airways obstruction with bronchodilators
• Six minute walk testing
• Capillary Blood gas sampling and analysis
• Respiratory muscle strength assessment
• Impulse Oscillometry (IOS)
• Exhaled and nasal nitric oxide

The post holder will take responsibility and be accountable for their own practice, with supervision from senior team members where appropriate, in alignment with local standard operating procedures and clinical best practice.

Job responsibilities

Clinical

• Spirometry
• Gas transfer
• Whole body plethysmography (static lung volumes)
• Reversibility of airways obstruction with bronchodilators
• Six minute walk testing
• Capillary Blood gas sampling and analysis
• Respiratory muscle strength assessment
• Impulse Oscillometry (IOS)
• Exhaled and nasal nitric oxide

Knowledge, Education, Training, Experience:

• Using theoretical knowledge through higher education at graduate level and/or knowledge gained through experience in practice;
• Undertake respiratory and sleep clinical responsibilities independently in a team environment;
• Support departmental training and education of trainee staff/ students and external staff where appropriate;
• Support other healthcare professionals including healthcare assistants, trainee nursing staff, physiotherapists, primary care professionals and junior medical staff;
• Support non‑clinical departmental tasks, audits and activities is desired between bullets.

Communications:

• Effectively communicate and elevate to colleagues and medical staff any concerns associated with lung function testing and sleep assessments;
• Obtain a brief medical history from patients to ensure all assessments undertaken are performed safely. Make reasonable adjustments to support patients who might need additional support with history taking and assessment;
• Explain to patients clearly and concisely how to perform the investigations requested;
• Effectively manage patient complaints through the appropriate processes (informal and/or formal);
• Liaise with ward staff and take necessary steps as per protocol to ensure the timely undertaking of inpatient lung function and sleep assessments.

General:

• Liaise with ward staff and take necessary steps as per protocol to ensure the timeliness of inpatient lung function and sleep assessments;
• Ensuring a flexible and responsible service, which is based on an individualised approach to patients always respecting their privacy and dignity;
• To encourage and support active team working within the department and division;
• A member of a multidisciplinary team, delivering a high quality and efficient diagnostic service with high standards of care;
• Specialist training in aspects of the service will be provided as appropriate.

The job description is not intended to be exhaustive and it is likely that duties may be altered from time to time in the light of changing circumstances and after consultation with the post holder. The post holder might be required to work across the Trust at any time throughout the duration of his/her contract, which may entail travel and working at different hospitals.

About us

Our Trust is one of England's top‑performing and safest trusts. We operate two main acute hospital sites—Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital—along with award‑winning clinics across North West London.

Our nearly 7,500 staff care for a diverse population of 1.5m, providing full clinical services including maternity, A&E and children's services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health care. The CQC rates us Good in safety, effectiveness, care and responsiveness, and Outstanding in leadership and resource use.

We continually invest in our facilities, including a £30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and an £80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Mid.

We are delivering sustainable healthcare through our Green Plan. In line with Greener NHS ambitions, we aim for net zero carbon emissions by 2045. Achieving this requires collective effort. We encourage staff to reduce their impact on carbon, waste and pollution wherever possible. Every action counts to create a healthier, more sustainable future.

We are committed to equal opportunities and believe diversity drives innovation and excellence. We welcome applications from the global majority, veterans and underrepresented communities, valuing the perspectives they bring.

If you haven't heard from us within 3 weeks of the closing date, your application was likely unsuccessful. Employment is subject to a six‑month probation. Some roles may require weekend shifts at multiple sites.

Person Specification

Essential & Desirable

• Putting patients first
• Level 4 qualification or equivalent experience
• Experience working with patients in a clinical environment
• Ability to organise and prioritise workload and demonstrate initiative
• Spirometry certificate
• Evidence of experience conducting lung function tests
• Experience in sleep study set ups
• Knowledge of a Millennium (patient appointment system) or similar system

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.

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

£32,199 to £34,876 a year per annum incl. HCAS