Job summary
We are looking to recruit a suitably qualified Respiratory Physiologist on a permanent contract. They will join our friendly team at the Lung Function Unit, Russells Hall Hospital, Dudley.
It would be an ideal opportunity for someone who has recently qualified or just completing BSc Clinical Physiology (respiratory).
The department offers a wide range of both routine and specialist respiratory investigations.
You should ideally be ARTP registered or applying for it, have experience working in respiratory physiology particularly in specialist areas.
Please note, shortlisted candidates will be required to attend a face-to-face interview at Russells Hall Hospital, Dudley, England.
Main duties of the job
The post-holder will be required to perform a range of diagnostic procedures on patients within a specialised physiology setting such as full lung function tests, challenge testing, sleep studies, muscle pressures and field exercise tests to greatly assist with the day to day running of the service.
These tests will be primarily performed as an outpatient basis on the adult population.
Please note, shortlisted candidates will be required to attend a face-to-face interview at Russells Hall Hospital, Dudley, England.
About us
At the Dudley Group our patients and staff are at the heart of all that we do and that is to provide a world class service that aligns with our vision of "excellent health care, improved health for all". We are seeking to recruit staff who share our vision and values of making Dudley Group an incredible workplace.
As part of the NHS People Promise, your wellbeing is our priority, and we are committed to ensuring our employees achieve a healthy work-life balance supported by our flexible working options and by making reasonable adjustments where possible. We believe no-one should have to sacrifice family, friends, or their personal interests for work. We are a modern employer able to attract and retain high quality staff through our commitment to the NHS People Promise.
As an employer, we foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to contribute their best. We want to ensure that our workforce is representative of the population we serve. More information - inclusive practice people promise.
Dudley Group offer many opportunities for our staff to develop and grow within their roles through our Learning & OD Team. These include topics such as communication, wellbeing, team development, cultural competency, and values.
Please click below to view our EDI page: Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion - The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust (dgft.nhs.uk)
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description for full details of the main duties and responsibilities that the post holder is required to undertake.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description for full details of the main duties and responsibilities that the post holder is required to undertake.
Person Specification
Education & Qualifications
Essential
- BSc in Clinical Science/Physiology or relevant scientific degree Or
- Level 6 Healthcare Science Practitioner Apprenticeship Or
- Level 4 Healthcare science associate Apprenticeship and Practitioner Training Programme Equivalence
Desirable
- ARTP Part 1 and Part 2 Assessment Or ARTP Practitioner examination Or equivalent experience
- Registered or be eligible for the AHCS registration.
Experience & Knowledge
Essential
- Experience working within respiratory physiology & healthcare environment.
- Knowledge of specialised respiratory investigations.
- Knowledge of respiratory diseases and their effects on respiratory function.
- Be able to work unsupervised & demonstrate ability to work as an independent practitioner.
- Good evaluation skills for decision making process during tests.
- Experience in performing full lung function & basic sleep investigations.
Desirable
- Teaching/supervising others.
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Can perform a range of basic and specialised lung function tests without supervision.
- Demonstrate laboratory maintenance, calibration and quality control procedures.
- Demonstrate highly developed skills for use of equipment.
- Ability to interpret basic lung function tests.
- Able to present data and information in a concise format.
- Able to prepare reports for clinical colleagues.
- Basic computer / keyboard skills with knowledge of Microsoft Office software.
- Can understand limitations of the role and the need to refer to others.
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Desire to work with people.
- Demonstrated ability to work without direct supervision.
- Demonstrate a positive approach to all aspects of work.
- Calm particularly in stressful situations.
- Tactful, understanding and patient.
- Able to deal with bodily fluids.
- Able to work under pressure and with conflicting demands on time.
- Physically able to carry out duties of the post.
Desirable
- Open to flexible working.
Communication & Interpersonal Skills
Essential
- Evidence of a good standard of Literacy / English language skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Able to communicate effectively with all levels of staff and patients.
- Able to work in a team.
- Able to independently liaise with medical and non-medical staff regarding patient test results.
- Demonstrate sensitivity to the needs of others.
Trust Vision & Values
Essential
- Able to provide safe, caring and effective services.
- We would expect your values and behaviours to reflect the Trust values of Care, Respect & Responsibility.
Person Specification
Education & Qualifications
Essential
- BSc in Clinical Science/Physiology or relevant scientific degree Or
- Level 6 Healthcare Science Practitioner Apprenticeship Or
- Level 4 Healthcare science associate Apprenticeship and Practitioner Training Programme Equivalence
Desirable
- ARTP Part 1 and Part 2 Assessment Or ARTP Practitioner examination Or equivalent experience
- Registered or be eligible for the AHCS registration.
Experience & Knowledge
Essential
- Experience working within respiratory physiology & healthcare environment.
- Knowledge of specialised respiratory investigations.
- Knowledge of respiratory diseases and their effects on respiratory function.
- Be able to work unsupervised & demonstrate ability to work as an independent practitioner.
- Good evaluation skills for decision making process during tests.
- Experience in performing full lung function & basic sleep investigations.
Desirable
- Teaching/supervising others.
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Can perform a range of basic and specialised lung function tests without supervision.
- Demonstrate laboratory maintenance, calibration and quality control procedures.
- Demonstrate highly developed skills for use of equipment.
- Ability to interpret basic lung function tests.
- Able to present data and information in a concise format.
- Able to prepare reports for clinical colleagues.
- Basic computer / keyboard skills with knowledge of Microsoft Office software.
- Can understand limitations of the role and the need to refer to others.
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Desire to work with people.
- Demonstrated ability to work without direct supervision.
- Demonstrate a positive approach to all aspects of work.
- Calm particularly in stressful situations.
- Tactful, understanding and patient.
- Able to deal with bodily fluids.
- Able to work under pressure and with conflicting demands on time.
- Physically able to carry out duties of the post.
Desirable
- Open to flexible working.
Communication & Interpersonal Skills
Essential
- Evidence of a good standard of Literacy / English language skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Able to communicate effectively with all levels of staff and patients.
- Able to work in a team.
- Able to independently liaise with medical and non-medical staff regarding patient test results.
- Demonstrate sensitivity to the needs of others.
Trust Vision & Values
Essential
- Able to provide safe, caring and effective services.
- We would expect your values and behaviours to reflect the Trust values of Care, Respect & Responsibility.
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
