Sleep Physiologist - Southampton

Pulse Healthcare; Southampton; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Pulse Healthcare is seeking a Locum Sleep Physiologist in Southampton to join a specialist team on a fixed-term basis. The role covers respiratory and sleep diagnostics, including lung function testing and sleep studies, with interpretation and direct patient care support.

The ideal candidate will have a BSc in Clinical Physiology (Respiratory/Sleep) or equivalent and extensive experience in sleep diagnostics.

Qualifications

• BSc in Clinical Physiology (Respiratory/Sleep) required or equivalent.
• Significant experience in respiratory and sleep diagnostics.
• Strong analytical and technical skills.
• Cross-sites working ability desirable.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and interpret a variety of respiratory and sleep investigations, including lung function testing and sleep studies.
• Maintain accurate patient records in line with clinical protocols.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support diagnosis and treatment planning.

Skills

Analytical skills

Technical skills

Communication skills

Cross-site work

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

BSc in Clinical Physiology (Respiratory/Sleep)

Job description

Role: Locum Sleep Physiologist
Banding: Band 5-7
Location: Southampton
Start Date: 06/10/2025
Duration:3 Months
Hours:Full-time, Monday to Friday
Rate:£28 – £40 per hour

We are currently seeking an experienced and highly skilled Sleep Physiologist to join our client’s team in Southampton. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a specialist role within a supportive and dynamic environment, contributing to the delivery of high-quality respiratory and sleep diagnostic services.

The successful candidate will be confident in performing a range of respiratory and sleep studies, interpreting results, and supporting patient care through accurate diagnostics and clinical collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

You will be responsible for conducting and interpreting a variety of respiratory and sleep investigations, including lung function testing and sleep studies. You will ensure all procedures are carried out in line with clinical protocols and safety standards, maintain accurate patient records, and work closely with multidisciplinary teams to support diagnosis and treatment planning.

Qualifications and Experience

• BSc in Clinical Physiology (Respiratory/Sleep) or equivalent
• Significant experience in respiratory and sleep diagnostics
• Strong analytical and technical skills
• Be able to work cross-sites
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Reasonable Adjustments

If you have a disability or require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or in the workplace, please inform us at the earliest opportunity. We are committed to providing the necessary support throughout your application and placement.

We are unable to support or accept applications from candidates residing in countries listed on the Red or Amber list of the Code of Practice for the International Recruitment of Health and Social Care Personnel in England, as defined by the World Health Organization (WHO) Workforce Support and Safeguard List.