Senior Respiratory Physiologist: Lead Lung & Sleep

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Greater London; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS trust in London seeks a motivated Senior Respiratory Physiologist to deliver lung function and sleep diagnostics. The candidate will independently manage routine clinics and support the training of junior staff. Responsibilities include evaluating new equipment and contributing to clinical excellence. The role offers a competitive salary between £46,419 and £55,046 per annum and is an excellent opportunity for professionals dedicated to advancing respiratory care.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in working with patients.
• Practical knowledge of respiratory disorders, and performance and interpretation of routine lung function tests.
• Practical knowledge of sleep diagnostics.
• Previous experience in the use of CPAP therapy.
• Exposure to CPET testing.
• Exposure to NIV (domiciliary and/or acute).

Responsibilities

• Independently run all routine lung function and sleep clinics.
• Supervise and train junior team members.
• Assess and implement new equipment and testing procedures.

Skills

Performance and interpretation of basic lung function testing

Performance and interpretation of multichannel sleep studies

Excellent written and oral communication

Education

BSc in Clinical Physiology/Healthcare Science Respiratory and Sleep or equivalent

ARTP/BTS Assessment (Parts I and II) or ARTP Practitioner Exam

MSc Respiratory and Sleep Science

HCPC/RCCP registered, or in process of registration

Job description

A leading NHS trust in London seeks a motivated Senior Respiratory Physiologist to deliver lung function and sleep diagnostics. The candidate will independently manage routine clinics and support the training of junior staff. Responsibilities include evaluating new equipment and contributing to clinical excellence. The role offers a competitive salary between £46,419 and £55,046 per annum and is an excellent opportunity for professionals dedicated to advancing respiratory care.