Senior Respiratory Physiologist – CPAP/NIV Specialist (Flexible)

The Rotherham Nhs Foundation Trust; Rotherham; Presencial; GBP 49.000 - 57.000; Jornada completa

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No relocation package

Descripción de la vacante

The Respiratory Physiology Department at The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust seeks a highly motivated Respiratory Physiologist for a 12-month full-time secondment at Band 7. You will hold a degree in Cardio-Vascular, Respiratory and Sleep Sciences or equivalent with registration to RCCP or AHCS and maintain CPD.

The role includes development of the sleep pathway and CPAP service and working to NICE, GIRFT and IQIPs standards.

Formación

• Advanced knowledge of clinical practice in lung function testing and capillary blood gas analysis
• Up-to-date knowledge of evidence-based practices in respiratory diagnostics and therapies
• Ability to deliver training using a wide range of media
• Understanding of NHS learning and development priorities and strategies
• Demonstrable post-qualification clinical experience in tests delivered by the department
• Essential: AHCS registration and NMC/HCPC if applicable

Responsabilidades

• Work at an advanced level in all aspects of lung function testing, skin prick testing and capillary blood gas analysis
• Provide advice and guidance to colleagues and external enquiries
• Support NIV initiation and follow-up, the oxygen service including ambulatory oxygen titration and field exercise tests
• Carry out Cardio-Pulmonary Exercise Testing with consultants and senior colleagues
• Organise workload and duties on a day-to-day basis
• Willing to travel to Breathing Space and other sites; may include home visits to housebound patients
• Teaching and mentoring duties with Sheffield College and Sheffield Hallam University

Conocimientos

Lung function tests

Communication skills

Teaching/mentoring

Educación

Degree in Cardio-Vascular, Respiratory and Sleep Sciences or equivalent

AHCS or RCCP registration

Up-to-date CPD

Descripción del empleo

The Respiratory Physiology Department at The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust seeks a highly motivated Respiratory Physiologist for a 12-month full-time secondment at Band 7. You will hold a degree in Cardio-Vascular, Respiratory and Sleep Sciences or equivalent with registration to RCCP or AHCS and maintain CPD.

The role includes development of the sleep pathway and CPAP service and working to NICE, GIRFT and IQIPs standards.