Clinical Respiratory Physiologist, Respiratory Medicine

New Zealand Government Joba; Auckland; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Counties Manukau Health is seeking a Respiratory Physiologist to join the Respiratory and Sleep Physiology team, primarily based at Manukau Health Park. You will perform respiratory function investigations and participate in exercise testing, quality assurance, and service improvement activities.

The role offers opportunities to work within multidisciplinary respiratory and sleep services and to engage in ongoing professional development to enhance competency and clinical excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in physiology or related health science.
• Registered with CPRB or eligible for registration.
• Eligible to obtain APC (Annual Practising Certificate).
• Full, clean New Zealand driver’s licence.
• Commitment to respiratory competency pathway and CRFS credential when required.
• Excellent communication and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform a range of respiratory function investigations (spirometry, lung volumes, gas transfer testing).
• Participate in exercise testing services.
• Assist with quality assurance and service improvement activities.
• Contribute to multidisciplinary respiratory and sleep services.
• Engage in ongoing professional development and competency programmes.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Organisational skills

Education

Bachelor of Science (Physiology or related field)

Job description

Respiratory PhysiologistRespiratory Medicine | Permanent Position (Full time 1 FTE)Remuneration as per the APEX Clinical Physiology MECA, dependent on experience (pro rata).Do you have a passion for respiratory and sleep physiology? Are you looking for a role that provides opportunities to develop your skills and knowledge?Respiratory and Sleep Physiology services at Counties Manukau are a growing and important part of the Respiratory Service. We have an exciting opportunity for a Respiratory Physiologist to join our Respiratory and Sleep Physiology team, primarily based at Manukau Health Park.In this role, you will perform a range of respiratory function investigations, including spirometry, lung volumes, gas transfer testing, bronchial challenge testing, and exercise testing. There will also be opportunities to gain experience within the Sleep Service.We are seeking a versatile, motivated, and innovative team member who demonstrates a commitment to high-quality patient care and clinical excellence.

About the Role

As a Respiratory Physiologist, you will:

• Perform a range of respiratory function investigations.
• Participate in exercise testing services.
• Assist with quality assurance and service improvement activities.
• Contribute to multidisciplinary respiratory and sleep services.
• Participate in ongoing professional development and competency programmes.

Essential Requirements

• Relevant Bachelor of Science degree (or equivalent), preferably in Physiology, Biomedical Science, Exercise Science, or a related health science discipline.
• Registered with, or eligible for registration with, the Clinical Physiologists Registration Board (CPRB). [cprb.org.nz].
• Eligible to obtain and maintain an Annual Practising Certificate (APC). [cprb.org.nz].
• Full, clean NewZealand driver's licence.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and time management skills.
• Commitment to completing the approved respiratory competency pathway, including attainment of the Certified Respiratory Function Scientist (CRFS) credential where required. [anzsrs.org.au], [cprb.org.nz]

Desirable Qualifications and Experience

• Certified Respiratory Function Scientist (CRFS) credential. [anzsrs.org.au]
• Experience performing respiratory function testing.
• Experience in sleep physiology investigations.
• Master's degree relevant to respiratory physiology, clinical exercise physiology, exercise testing, or a related discipline.
• Knowledge of respiratory and sleep physiology quality systems and accreditation requirements.

What We Offer

• A supportive and experienced multidisciplinary team.
• Structured training and professional development opportunities.
• Mentorship and support toward competency and certification requirements.
• Exposure to a broad range of respiratory and sleep physiology services.
• Opportunities for ongoing career development and service innovation.

Working at Health New ZealandHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community.

We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

For further information, please contact Michelle Mills at [e-mail]