Job summary
Perform basic lung function/sleep procedures in a variety of clinical settings
Assist in performance of specialised lung function/sleep procedures
Calibrate and quality control equipment required to perform basic lung function procedures
Technical reporting of Lung Function/sleep
Maintain accurate patient information systems
Undertake administration duties e.g. posting results, answering telephone queries
Assist with training and supervision of less experienced staff
Support paediatric asthma community diagnostic centre(s) around Birmingham
Support the departments sleep service and the role will require overnight work on our inpatient sleep service.
To create a child friendly environment to enable children to feel relaxed in a clinical setting and thus obtain optimal clinically reliable results
Main duties of the job
The post holder will have knowledge in Respiratory Physiology through formal or informal training and able to competently perform Spirometry, Fractional Exhaled Nitric Oxide (FeNO) and bronchodilator reversibility to an ARTP standard. The candidate is expected to be able to perform gas transfer or working towards this.
Autonomously perform spirometry, FeNO and bronchodilator reversibility in outpatient clinic within the Trust and Paediatric asthma CDC in the community.
The post holder will be expected to perform test to the current standard guideline for the measurement of lung function, recommended bythe Association of Respiratory Technicians and Physiologists (ARTP); American Thoracic Society, NICE and the British Thoracic Society (BTS).
About us
Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust is the first of its type in the UK. Our Trust was formed in February 2017 to drive forward our commitment to provide the highest quality, world-class physical and mental health care for our women, children and families. Uniting our hospitals means more seamless care; more investment to make greater advances in our specialist treatment and world-leading neo-natal and fetal work. Importantly, it also gives us a greater voice in shaping the future of family-centred care.
Birmingham Children's Hospital is a UK leading specialist paediatric centre with an international reputation in several areas.
Birmingham Women's Hospital is one of two dedicated women's hospitals in the UK, with the busiest single site maternity unit, delivering more than 8,200 babies a year offering a full range of gynaecological, maternity and neonatal care.
Forward Thinking Birmingham (FTB) Mental Health Services are a unique, innovative community and inpatient mental health partnership. Alongside partners FTB offers care pathways of mental health assessment and treatment for young people aged 0-25 years old.
Our Trust is committed to creating the best place to work. We believe in promoting and enhancing inclusion, diversity and equality and encourage applications from all areas of the community, who meet the criteria for the role, regardless of age, gender identity, disability, race, religion or sexual orientation.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification to view the full details for this opportunity at Birmingham Womens and Childrens NHS Foundation Trust.
When completing your application, please ensure you have evidenced how you meet the job description and person specification to include transferable experience, qualifications, skills along with professional registration details (if applicable).
Occasionally we receive a large number of applications for our roles and when that happens we sometimes bring the closing date forward, so please apply promptly to avoid disappointment.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification to view the full details for this opportunity at Birmingham Womens and Childrens NHS Foundation Trust.
When completing your application, please ensure you have evidenced how you meet the job description and person specification to include transferable experience, qualifications, skills along with professional registration details (if applicable).
Occasionally we receive a large number of applications for our roles and when that happens we sometimes bring the closing date forward, so please apply promptly to avoid disappointment.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Experience in Spirometry, FeNO and bronchodilator reversibility
- Experience in basic Lung Function tests
Qualifications
Essential
- 3 GCSEs at Level 4 or above including Mathematics & English
Desirable
- ARTP Spirometry Certificate (training will be provided if needed to achieve this level)
- NVQ3 or equivalent in relevant subject e.g. Anatomy & Physiology
Knowledge
Essential
- Evidence of working with children
- Awareness of issues around confidentiality and handling of clinical information
Desirable
- Practical experience in a using a range of diagnostic test equipment for clinical investigations including recognition of basic faults, calibration and quality control issues
- Knowledge of quality and infection control protocols.
Communication
Essential
- Good customer care skills Strong sense of customer focus Must be presentable in terms of dress - badge provided (and uniform where applicable) Must be professional, punctual and reliable
- Ability to communicate and engage with children of all ages where persuasive, motivational and reassurance skills are required to obtain maximum cooperation and ensure the collection of accurate diagnostic/monitoring data.
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Desire to learn new skills and knowledge
Analytical
Essential
- Competent to accurately measure and interpret dynamic lung volumes (training will be provided if needed to achieve this level)
Skills
Essential
- Ability to concentrate on complex data and calculations for extended periods.
- Able to work without direct supervision.
- Competent in use of IT systems including Microsoft Office packages
- Desire to learn new skills and knowledge
Resources
Desirable
- Ability to maintain equipment resources and order as required.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Experience in Spirometry, FeNO and bronchodilator reversibility
- Experience in basic Lung Function tests
Qualifications
Essential
- 3 GCSEs at Level 4 or above including Mathematics & English
Desirable
- ARTP Spirometry Certificate (training will be provided if needed to achieve this level)
- NVQ3 or equivalent in relevant subject e.g. Anatomy & Physiology
Knowledge
Essential
- Evidence of working with children
- Awareness of issues around confidentiality and handling of clinical information
Desirable
- Practical experience in a using a range of diagnostic test equipment for clinical investigations including recognition of basic faults, calibration and quality control issues
- Knowledge of quality and infection control protocols.
Communication
Essential
- Good customer care skills Strong sense of customer focus Must be presentable in terms of dress - badge provided (and uniform where applicable) Must be professional, punctual and reliable
- Ability to communicate and engage with children of all ages where persuasive, motivational and reassurance skills are required to obtain maximum cooperation and ensure the collection of accurate diagnostic/monitoring data.
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Desire to learn new skills and knowledge
Analytical
Essential
- Competent to accurately measure and interpret dynamic lung volumes (training will be provided if needed to achieve this level)
Skills
Essential
- Ability to concentrate on complex data and calculations for extended periods.
- Able to work without direct supervision.
- Competent in use of IT systems including Microsoft Office packages
- Desire to learn new skills and knowledge
Resources
Desirable
- Ability to maintain equipment resources and order as required.
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Birmingham Children's Hospital
Steelhouse Lane
Birminghmam
B4 6NH
Employer's website
https://bwc.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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