Job summary
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Please see below for detailed job description of the role.
Main duties of the job
An opportunity has arisen to become part of the Adult Sleep Team at University Hospital Southampton Foundation Trust. We are looking for an Assistant Sleep Physiologist (Band 3) to join the team, on a 12month fixed-term post (maternity cover).
As a service we accept referrals for sleep disorder breathing, parasomnias, circadian rhythm and movement disorders. The successful candidate will support the Sleep Physiology Team and Consultants in delivering an efficient service to our patients, within inpatient and outpatient settings.
Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting.
For an overview of the main duties of the role please see the 'Job Description and Main Responsibilities' section below. To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document attached.
About us
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to.
All non-clinical roles may involve a mixture of on site and remote working, Specific details and flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.
Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.
Due to the nature of this role and service, this role is on-site and the hours are as advertised.
Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you need, and we will explore what's possible for the role and service.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will participate in the care of patients attending the service for diagnostic sleep testing and will offer continuous support, advice and follow up of patients on long term CPAP therapy. You will also help managing our patient support line, assist with effective stock management, maintenance of equipment and consumables used within the adult sleep service. You will work collaboratively and co-operatively with other colleagues on a day-to-day basis, to meet patient and service needs.
The successful applicant will be organised, reliable, proactive and have the ability to work flexibly. A keen eye for detail and accuracy is also required. This post is based at Lymington New Forest Hospital, where free onsite staff parking is available.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will participate in the care of patients attending the service for diagnostic sleep testing and will offer continuous support, advice and follow up of patients on long term CPAP therapy. You will also help managing our patient support line, assist with effective stock management, maintenance of equipment and consumables used within the adult sleep service. You will work collaboratively and co-operatively with other colleagues on a day-to-day basis, to meet patient and service needs.
The successful applicant will be organised, reliable, proactive and have the ability to work flexibly. A keen eye for detail and accuracy is also required. This post is based at Lymington New Forest Hospital, where free onsite staff parking is available.
Person Specification
Trust Values
Essential
- Patients First
- Always Improving
- Working Together
Qualifications / training required
Essential
- 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) grade A-C, or grade 4-9 including English and Maths
- NVQ 3 in appropriate health care module or equivalent education and training or experience
Desirable
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Previous or relevant experience necessary
Essential
- Experience of working with the general public
- Experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary/multi-skilled team
Desirable
- General knowledge of obstructive sleep apnoea and/or CPAP therapy
- Experience of working in a sleep/respiratory department
- Experience of working in the NHS
Aptitudes and skills required
Essential
- Good interpersonal and communication skills and ability to communicate with a wide range of healthcare staff and patients
- Excellent planning, prioritising and organisational skills especially when routine is disrupted
- Ability to multi-task and work within time constraints, whilst remaining focused.
- Use of computers and being proficient at moderate level in Microsoft products (Outlook, Word, Excel and Powerpoint...)
- Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team
- Effective role model
- Fine dexterity required and attention to detail
- Drive and enthusiasm for the speciality
Person Specification
Trust Values
Essential
- Patients First
- Always Improving
- Working Together
Qualifications / training required
Essential
- 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) grade A-C, or grade 4-9 including English and Maths
- NVQ 3 in appropriate health care module or equivalent education and training or experience
Desirable
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Previous or relevant experience necessary
Essential
- Experience of working with the general public
- Experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary/multi-skilled team
Desirable
- General knowledge of obstructive sleep apnoea and/or CPAP therapy
- Experience of working in a sleep/respiratory department
- Experience of working in the NHS
Aptitudes and skills required
Essential
- Good interpersonal and communication skills and ability to communicate with a wide range of healthcare staff and patients
- Excellent planning, prioritising and organisational skills especially when routine is disrupted
- Ability to multi-task and work within time constraints, whilst remaining focused.
- Use of computers and being proficient at moderate level in Microsoft products (Outlook, Word, Excel and Powerpoint...)
- Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team
- Effective role model
- Fine dexterity required and attention to detail
- Drive and enthusiasm for the speciality
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
