Job summary
To work as a member of the Respiratory Physiology Team. Involvement in all aspects of diagnostic respiratory investigations.Provide basic lung function.Provide sleep diagnostic and CPAP set up and review.Provide training for medical students, and respiratory work placement students and support the senior physiologist in the running of the department.Lead Clinical Respiratory ,Physiologist, Respiratory PhysiologistRespiratory Consultants Service Manager MatronPerform administrative duties to ensure the smooth running of the department.Undertake all mandatory training and CPD
Main duties of the job
The post holder may be required to carry out other relevant duties as required.The post holder will adhere to the duties specified under the Staff Responsibilities of the NHS Constitution in their day to day work and behaviours.The post holder will be expected to aspire to the Values and Quality Statement of the Trust in their day to day work and behaviours in order to support the Trust in achieving its Vision. The post holder will adhere to, at all times, any Professional and NHS Code of Conducts for their area of work.The post holder will make themselves familiar with, and adhere to, at all times, the policies and procedures of the Trust.The post holder will be expected to participate in the Trust's objectives, contractual obligations and governance agenda.The post holder will be expected to work to any Care Group/Directorate/Department objectives and standards set in order to provide an acceptable level of service.The post holder will be expected to undertake training, including mandatory training, relevant to their role and ensure it is renewed as required.The post holder will be expected to comply with equality and diversity legislation and related Trust strategies.The post holder will act, at all times, in a courteous, dignified and respectful manner when dealing with patients, staff and visitors to the Trust.
About us
Northampton General Hospital is one of the largest employers in the area and we are on an exciting journey. All our divisions are committed to doing things better, with more efficiency as we update, modernise, and advance. We have also entered a Group Model with neighbouring Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and become University Hospitals of Northamptonshire.
Our Excellence Values
Compassion
Accountability
Respect
Integrity
Courage
We want to recruit the best people to deliver our services across the University Hospitals of Northamptonshire and help to unleash everyone's full potential. As an organisation, we value how we communicate and promote our vacancies to all communities.
The Hospital Group encourages applications from people who identify from all protected groups, especially those from BAME, Disabled and LGBTQ+ backgrounds as these are underrepresented in our hospitals.
We understand that we need to work with colleagues from diverse backgrounds and make sure the environment they work in is inclusive and collaborative.
We have active Networks that promote and support colleagues from all backgrounds.This ensures everyone feels supported and has a sense of belonging working for Kettering and Northampton General Hospitals.
Job description
Job responsibilities
1. Provide basic lung function investigations independently. Produce technically satisfactory results in accordance with local health and safety policy.
2. To assist with delivering the sleep apnoea diagnostic service and CPAP service.
3. To analyse and present results to the Lead Clinical Respiratory Physiologist for reporting, highlighting any untoward results / incidents.
4. Provide the Patient Nebuliser Loan Service:
5. Liaise with a range of clinical and non-clinical staff to ensure an effective service is delivered.
6. Work with the Lung Function Laboratory administrator to ensure the administrative aspects of the service are covered at all times including:
7. Ensure a safe working environment is maintained at all times in line with current policies
8. Calibrate, maintain and clean equipment (adhering to infection control policy).
9. Be fully conversant with departmental computer systems after initial training.
10. Maintain own continuing professional development
Job description
Job responsibilities
1. Provide basic lung function investigations independently. Produce technically satisfactory results in accordance with local health and safety policy.
2. To assist with delivering the sleep apnoea diagnostic service and CPAP service.
3. To analyse and present results to the Lead Clinical Respiratory Physiologist for reporting, highlighting any untoward results / incidents.
4. Provide the Patient Nebuliser Loan Service:
5. Liaise with a range of clinical and non-clinical staff to ensure an effective service is delivered.
6. Work with the Lung Function Laboratory administrator to ensure the administrative aspects of the service are covered at all times including:
7. Ensure a safe working environment is maintained at all times in line with current policies
8. Calibrate, maintain and clean equipment (adhering to infection control policy).
9. Be fully conversant with departmental computer systems after initial training.
10. Maintain own continuing professional development
Person Specification
Education
Essential
- GCSE in Maths, Englist and at least one science
Desirable
- At least one Science A level
Personal skills
Essential
- Good written communication skills
Experience
Essential
- Worked as a trainee / associate respiratory Physiologist for at least 1 year
Registration
Essential
- On the ARTP spirometry register
Person Specification
Education
Essential
- GCSE in Maths, Englist and at least one science
Desirable
- At least one Science A level
Personal skills
Essential
- Good written communication skills
Experience
Essential
- Worked as a trainee / associate respiratory Physiologist for at least 1 year
Registration
Essential
- On the ARTP spirometry register
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).
