Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust

Respiratory Physiologist

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Job summary

Darent Valley Hospital is an Acute general hospital serving patients from the expanding communities of West Kent. Our Division is the largest in the Trust and we are looking to expand the Respiratory Services team with this role.

We are looking for a dynamic and innovative physiologist to join our busy, expanding Respiratory physiology department. You would be part of the respiratory services team which consists of other Respiratory Specialists practitioners.

Main duties of the job

The post Holder should have a science based degree or equivalent in Physiology. The post holder should have ARTP Part 1 (Minimum) and be enrolled on the RCCP register or working towards this.

The post holder should be competent and have relevant clinical experience in performing dynamic and relaxed spirometry (including reversibility), gas transfer tests and helium dilution. To have the ability to manage multiple and varied tasks with enthusiasm and prioritise workload with attention to detail.

The post holder will work collaboratively with the Senior Respiratory Physiologist, Respiratory Consultants, specialist nurses and practitioners across the specialty and Trust as a whole.

About us

We are committed to being an inclusive and diverse employer. We strive to employ people who reflect the communities we serve, and aim to create an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential. Whatever your race, ethnicity, belief, generation, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, disability or experience, you'll appreciate the opportunities we give you to work in an inclusive atmosphere. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences to build on the progress we've achieved to make our Trust diverse and the best place to work. We celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that help us overcome challenges and embrace new possibilities. We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant Pledge and have a commitment to the Armed Forces Community.

We are dedicated to using our Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) approach as our shared organisation model of change to enhance our services and ensure excellence in patient care.

If you are considering applying for a role, please be aware that as an NHS Employee you may have contact with vulnerable service users. We strongly encourage that all our staff are vaccinated against COVID-19 and are vaccinated annually against Flu, in order to protect the health and safety of our staff and patients. Your commitment will help us to put the safety and care of our patients first, as well as helping us to protect you and your colleagues.

Date posted

17 October 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,205 to £47,084 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

252-6711585

Job locations

Darent Valley Hospital

Darenth Wood Road

Dartford

DA28DA

Job description

Job responsibilities

General responsibilities

Clinical Responsibilities

Managerial responsibilities

Professional responsibilities

Education and development responsibilities

In addition to the responsibilities outlined above, please see the detailed job description and person specification for further information.

Job description

Job responsibilities

General responsibilities

Clinical Responsibilities

Managerial responsibilities

Professional responsibilities

Education and development responsibilities

In addition to the responsibilities outlined above, please see the detailed job description and person specification for further information.

Person Specification

Education and Training

Essential

BSc (Hons) Clinical Physiology
Intermediate Life Support Skills
ARTP membership
Evidence of CPD

Desirable

RCCP registration or with relevant qualifications to attain this

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

Demonstrate knowledge of indications, contraindications and stopping criteria for lung function testing
Demonstrate knowledge of professional code of conduct and guidance by the professional body for Physiologists
NHS Constitution
Trust vision, values, strategic objectives and key work programmes
Good communication and interpersonal skills
IT literate
Effective time management skills
Team worker
Ability to work independently
Ability to concentrate for long periods of time
Ability to provide technical reports
Customer service focus

Experience

Essential

Experience of working within a Respiratory Department
Demonstrate competency to perform and analyse lung function tests and sleep studies

Person Specification

Education and Training

Essential

BSc (Hons) Clinical Physiology
Intermediate Life Support Skills
ARTP membership
Evidence of CPD

Desirable

RCCP registration or with relevant qualifications to attain this

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

Demonstrate knowledge of indications, contraindications and stopping criteria for lung function testing
Demonstrate knowledge of professional code of conduct and guidance by the professional body for Physiologists
NHS Constitution
Trust vision, values, strategic objectives and key work programmes
Good communication and interpersonal skills
IT literate
Effective time management skills
Team worker
Ability to work independently
Ability to concentrate for long periods of time
Ability to provide technical reports
Customer service focus

Experience

Essential

Experience of working within a Respiratory Department
Demonstrate competency to perform and analyse lung function tests and sleep studies

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust

Address

Darent Valley Hospital

Darenth Wood Road

Dartford

DA28DA

Employer's website

https://www.dgt.nhs.uk/working-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust

Address

Darent Valley Hospital

Darenth Wood Road

Dartford

DA28DA

Employer's website

https://www.dgt.nhs.uk/working-for-us (Opens in a new tab)