Job summary
We are looking for a motivated and driven individual to join the respiratory physiology team to promote clinical excellence in respiratory and sleep diagnostics.
The role will consist of performance routine and specialised lung function tests to ARTP standards for all clinical and research patients. Performance and interpretation of a range of sleep diagnostics and resultant setup of patients up on appropriate domiciliary therapy.
Participation in the training and development of all junior members of the department and external students within the respiratory physiology team is must. We are constantly looking to improve and stay up to date across all areas of clinical practice so an eye for detail is essential.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will be expected to be able to independently run all routine lung function and sleep clinics independently, as well as providing support and training to all junior members of the team. This includes supervision of them undertaking professional qualifications
We are a dynamic service, working across a range of complex patient groups, always looking to improve and develop so assessment and implementation of new equipment and testing procedures will also be required.
Within the respiratory physiology team we provide complex testing such as CPET and provision the of non-invasive ventilation (NIV) support and training will be given in these area but it is expected for the successful candidate to become part of the team delivering these services.
About us
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.
We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:
University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)
National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery
Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitals
University College Hospital Grafton Way Building
Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicine
University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre
The Hospital for Tropical Diseases
University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street
We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*
* UCLH top trust to work at in England - In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the third year in a row.
UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff To find out more, visit: Flexible working.
To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*
* UCLH top trust to work at in England - In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the third year in a row.
UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff To find out more, visit: Flexible working.
To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?
Person Specification
Knowledge and Qualifications
Essential
- BSc in Clinical Physiology/Healthcare Science Respiratory and Sleep or equivalent
- ARTP/BTS Assessment (Parts I and II) or ARTP Practitioner Exam
Desirable
- MSc Respiratory and Sleep Science
- HCPC/RCCP registered, or in process of registration
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience in working with patients
- Practical knowledge of respiratory disorders, and performance and interpretation of routine lung function tests
- Practical knowledge of sleep diagnostics
- Previous experience in the use of CPAP therapy
Desirable
- Exposure to CPET testing
- Exposure to NIV (domiciliary and/or acute)
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Performance and interpretation of basic lung function testing
- Performance and interpretation of multichannel sleep studies
Communication
Essential
- Excellent written and oral communication
Personal and People Development
Essential
- Supervision and teaching of junior members of staff in training
Specific Requirements
Essential
- Cross site working - willingness to be flexible
Person Specification
Knowledge and Qualifications
Essential
- BSc in Clinical Physiology/Healthcare Science Respiratory and Sleep or equivalent
- ARTP/BTS Assessment (Parts I and II) or ARTP Practitioner Exam
Desirable
- MSc Respiratory and Sleep Science
- HCPC/RCCP registered, or in process of registration
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience in working with patients
- Practical knowledge of respiratory disorders, and performance and interpretation of routine lung function tests
- Practical knowledge of sleep diagnostics
- Previous experience in the use of CPAP therapy
Desirable
- Exposure to CPET testing
- Exposure to NIV (domiciliary and/or acute)
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Performance and interpretation of basic lung function testing
- Performance and interpretation of multichannel sleep studies
Communication
Essential
- Excellent written and oral communication
Personal and People Development
Essential
- Supervision and teaching of junior members of staff in training
Specific Requirements
Essential
- Cross site working - willingness to be flexible
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).
Employer details
Employer name
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
University College London Hospital
235 Euston Road
London
NW1 2BU
Employer's website
https://www.uclh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
