Job summary
The Band 6 Respiratory Physiologist will have responsibility for actively participating as part of the multidisciplinary team within the Respiratory Medicine, to provide a seamless service to patients. Be able to work unsupervised in all areas and be responsible for the day to day running of any area in which they are working. To be responsible for junior staff.
Participate in the delivery of a specialist clinical service and deliver a high standard of care to all patients.
Perform a range of routine diagnostic lung function tests including spirometry, gas diffusion test, static lung volumes, respiratory muscle tests and allergy skin test. Set-up sleep studies/analysing and reporting of sleep studies. CPAP set-up and review CPAP treatment. To teach Junior staff.
Rotate through the Lung Function Department, to have extended knowledge of lung function and sleep investigations.
Rotation in sleep service and lung function service will be necessary to maintain skills in both area and to maintain progress learning and for state registration (AHCS) if not registered.
Main duties of the job
To competently perform a full range of basic lung function tests on adults and paediatric out-patients and in-patients.To competently analyse basic lung function tests on adults and paediatric patients.To competently set-up sleep studies and analyse and report sleep studies.To competently initiate patients on CPAP/VPAP therapy, follow-up and review patients.
To effectively, promptly, and professionally respond to emergency situations maintaining control and requesting assistance as necessary.
To participate in training in other disciplines when rotated through the department for on-going professional development and maintain standards of technical competency.
To assist with the efficient running of the technical service by prioritising the daily workload where appropriate.To be responsible for identifying equipment faults, and directly resolve fault issues by reporting them in a timely manner to senior staff members.
To deputise for the clinical Lead Respiratory Physiologists when necessary and undertake any other duties at the discretion of the Clinical lead Respiratory Physiologist or their deputiesTo be responsible for the day-to-day running of the area in which they are working; ensuring all equipment is operational, stock levels are maintained, and that equipment and non-disposable items are cleaned according to departmental policies and procedures.
About us
Ashford and St. Peters Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust serves a population of more than 410,000 people living in North-West Surrey, parts of Hounslow and beyond.
Over 3,700 highly trained doctors, nurses, midwives, therapists, healthcare scientists and other support staff make up our workforce, providing a wide range of services across our two hospital sites, Ashford, Surrey and St Peter's, Chertsey, Surrey.
We also run many specialist clinics in the community and local community hospitals and other healthcare facilities.
Our vision is to be one of the best healthcare Trusts in the country. There has never been a better time to join us in the NHS at ASPH. We are committed to providing continuous professional development and flexibility to shape our workforce around our patient care.
We are expanding our theatres at Ashford Hospital and moving towards this becoming our dedicated elective centre. We want to create a state-of-the-art centre for excellence for planned surgical procedures.
We can offer you the full range of NHS benefits/discounts and in addition:
- Excellent pension scheme and annual leave entitlement
- On-site Nurseries
- On-site staff cafes
- On-site parking
- Support in career development
- Salary Sacrifice schemes including wage stream, lease cars, Cycle to Work schemes and home electronics
Adverts may close early, so applicants are encouraged to submit an application as soon as possible.
For more information about a career at ASPH please visit:www.asph-careers.org
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To competently perform a full range of basic lung function tests on adults and paediatric out-patients and in-patients.
- To competently analyse basic lung function tests on adults and paediatric patients.
- To competently set-up sleep studies and analyse and report sleep studies.
- To competently initiate patients on CPAP/VPAP therapy, follow-up and review patients.
- To review and prioritise inpatient requests for respiratory investigations within lung function tests, sleep studies and CPAP/VPAP set-ups.
- To liaise with ward and/or medical staff and ensure availability of physiologist staff when required to perform in-patient testing liaise with senior Respiratory Physiologists.
- To effectively, promptly, and professionally respond to emergency situations maintaining control and requesting assistance as necessary.
- To participate in training in other disciplines when rotated through the department for on-going professional development and maintain standards of technical competency.
- To assist with the efficient running of the technical service by prioritising the daily workload where appropriate.
- To be responsible for identifying equipment faults, and directly resolve fault issues by reporting them in a timely manner to senior staff members.
- To deputise for the clinical Lead Respiratory Physiologists when necessary and undertake any other duties at the discretion of the Clinical lead Respiratory Physiologist or their deputies
- To be responsible for the day-to-day running of the area in which they are working; ensuring all equipment is operational, stock levels are maintained, and that equipment and non-disposable items are cleaned according to departmental policies and procedures.
- To ensure that all staff are aware of economical use of supplies.
- To remain up to date with latest trends in clinical physiology translating these into practice and transferring this knowledge to staff within ones area of responsibility.
- To assist with research studies as required.
- To participate in the in-house training and technical competency log within the department.
- To participate in the training of student and assistants on rotation through the department.
- To ensure all patients receive appropriate and individualised care.
- To ensure that all data entered onto any databases are performed in a timely and accurate manner and that statistical records and audits are produced when required.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To competently perform a full range of basic lung function tests on adults and paediatric out-patients and in-patients.
- To competently analyse basic lung function tests on adults and paediatric patients.
- To competently set-up sleep studies and analyse and report sleep studies.
- To competently initiate patients on CPAP/VPAP therapy, follow-up and review patients.
- To review and prioritise inpatient requests for respiratory investigations within lung function tests, sleep studies and CPAP/VPAP set-ups.
- To liaise with ward and/or medical staff and ensure availability of physiologist staff when required to perform in-patient testing liaise with senior Respiratory Physiologists.
- To effectively, promptly, and professionally respond to emergency situations maintaining control and requesting assistance as necessary.
- To participate in training in other disciplines when rotated through the department for on-going professional development and maintain standards of technical competency.
- To assist with the efficient running of the technical service by prioritising the daily workload where appropriate.
- To be responsible for identifying equipment faults, and directly resolve fault issues by reporting them in a timely manner to senior staff members.
- To deputise for the clinical Lead Respiratory Physiologists when necessary and undertake any other duties at the discretion of the Clinical lead Respiratory Physiologist or their deputies
- To be responsible for the day-to-day running of the area in which they are working; ensuring all equipment is operational, stock levels are maintained, and that equipment and non-disposable items are cleaned according to departmental policies and procedures.
- To ensure that all staff are aware of economical use of supplies.
- To remain up to date with latest trends in clinical physiology translating these into practice and transferring this knowledge to staff within ones area of responsibility.
- To assist with research studies as required.
- To participate in the in-house training and technical competency log within the department.
- To participate in the training of student and assistants on rotation through the department.
- To ensure all patients receive appropriate and individualised care.
- To ensure that all data entered onto any databases are performed in a timely and accurate manner and that statistical records and audits are produced when required.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- oBSc (Hons) Clinical Physiology or equivalent. oExtensive experience of working in a Lung Function & Sleep Department. oSound knowledge of Lung Function and Sleep investigations. oARTP Part 1& 2 Qualifications. oTo actively participate and commit to maintaining own personal professional development.
Desirable
- oFurther specialised training course/qualifications in sleep & Lung Function. oIntermediate Life Support Skills. oAHCS registration or with relevant qualifications to attain this.
Experience
Essential
- oExtensive experience of working within a Respiratory Physiology Department. (Does not include placement/internship). oCompetently to perform and analyse / interpreting Lung function tests, CPAP set-up, CPAP reviews and Sleep Studies. oEvidence of implementing innovation or having responsiblility for part of service delivery. oWell-organised and able to priortise own workload and that of others. Staff teaching/mentoring.
Desirable
- oPrevious experience of hospital software. oEvidence of managing a laboratory. oExperience of teaching small groups using various presentation media.
Skills
Essential
- oAbility to work independently and as part of a multidiscplinary team. well organised and ableto priortise own workload. oAbility to provide technical reports oPositive attitude to change oGood communication and interpersonal skills oIT literate oEmpathetic approach to staff and patients oYou have knowledge & awareness of diversity and human rights and the competencies appropriate to your role to support their diverse needs and human rights.
Desirable
- oDemonstrate leadership skills.
Other requirements
Essential
- oAdaptable and flexible. oBe responsible for you and your patients' health and safety while working unsupervised. oAbility to wear lead apron. oAbility to work cross-site. oAbility to work extended working hours if necessary
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- oBSc (Hons) Clinical Physiology or equivalent. oExtensive experience of working in a Lung Function & Sleep Department. oSound knowledge of Lung Function and Sleep investigations. oARTP Part 1& 2 Qualifications. oTo actively participate and commit to maintaining own personal professional development.
Desirable
- oFurther specialised training course/qualifications in sleep & Lung Function. oIntermediate Life Support Skills. oAHCS registration or with relevant qualifications to attain this.
Experience
Essential
- oExtensive experience of working within a Respiratory Physiology Department. (Does not include placement/internship). oCompetently to perform and analyse / interpreting Lung function tests, CPAP set-up, CPAP reviews and Sleep Studies. oEvidence of implementing innovation or having responsiblility for part of service delivery. oWell-organised and able to priortise own workload and that of others. Staff teaching/mentoring.
Desirable
- oPrevious experience of hospital software. oEvidence of managing a laboratory. oExperience of teaching small groups using various presentation media.
Skills
Essential
- oAbility to work independently and as part of a multidiscplinary team. well organised and ableto priortise own workload. oAbility to provide technical reports oPositive attitude to change oGood communication and interpersonal skills oIT literate oEmpathetic approach to staff and patients oYou have knowledge & awareness of diversity and human rights and the competencies appropriate to your role to support their diverse needs and human rights.
Desirable
- oDemonstrate leadership skills.
Other requirements
Essential
- oAdaptable and flexible. oBe responsible for you and your patients' health and safety while working unsupervised. oAbility to wear lead apron. oAbility to work cross-site. oAbility to work extended working hours if necessary
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).
