Job summary
JOB PURPOSE
Responsible for scientifically supporting the cardiopulmonary exercise testing (CPET) service and physiological measurement techniques associated with it.
To be responsible for co ordinating and delivering the CPET service alongside Consultant Anaesthetists leading the clinics.
To support management of the CPET research database and research projects within perioperative medicine.
Responsible for understanding and ensuring the technical, scientific and accuracy of physiological measurement techniques applied to CPET and producing accurate outputs of the tests.
You will undertake training within the disciplines of physiological measurement associated with CPET, contributing to an existing or a new professional registration.
Main duties of the job
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES
a.) To support Consultant Anaesthetists in delivering an efficient and cost-effective CPET service
b.) Participate in the education and training in the discipline of physiological measurement related to CPET and preoperative testing
c.) Develop and support research associated with physiological measurement within anaesthesia, critical care and perioperative medicine.
About us
Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement.Whether you're beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients.You'll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives.At MFT, you'll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions.Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it's an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We'll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.
Job description
Job responsibilities
1.
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guide that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your applicationHere at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOUfor our patients, our communities, and each other.As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your applicationespecially personal statements and responses to role-specific questionsis written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application. Diversity MattersMFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.
Job description
Job responsibilities
1.
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guide that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your applicationHere at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOUfor our patients, our communities, and each other.As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your applicationespecially personal statements and responses to role-specific questionsis written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application. Diversity MattersMFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- First degree in related science
- Professional registration
- Documented evidence of good clinical practice and continued professional development
Desirable
- Post graduate qualification in related discipline
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of clinical measurement technology
- Understanding of processes and procedures for medical research projects
- A good understanding of human anatomy / physiology
- Understanding of software safety and quality assurance
Desirable
- Knowledge of signal analysis methods
- Working knowledge of Statistics
Training and Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a clinical environment
- Experience of undertaking clinical, physiological measurements
- Experience of research and development
- Presentation at scientific meetings
Desirable
- Experience in clinical instrumentation with proven record of clinical / patient contact
- Record of publication in scientific journals
- Experience or demonstrable training in CPET
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Ability to analyse and interpret exercise physiology data
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to keep accurate documentation
- Competent in Microsoft Office applications
- Good computing skills with experience of using complex data analysis packages
- Ability to work under pressure and to meet deadlines
- Good organisational skills, methodical, reliable
- Ability to motivate patients to perform tests to required standards
- Ability to work autonomously
- Good timekeeper
- Enthusiastic personality
Desirable
- Able to interpret a cardio pulmonary exercise test
Essential
Essential
- Dynamic, enthusiastic & positive attitude
- Team worker
- Caring, compassionate & discrete
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- First degree in related science
- Professional registration
- Documented evidence of good clinical practice and continued professional development
Desirable
- Post graduate qualification in related discipline
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of clinical measurement technology
- Understanding of processes and procedures for medical research projects
- A good understanding of human anatomy / physiology
- Understanding of software safety and quality assurance
Desirable
- Knowledge of signal analysis methods
- Working knowledge of Statistics
Training and Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a clinical environment
- Experience of undertaking clinical, physiological measurements
- Experience of research and development
- Presentation at scientific meetings
Desirable
- Experience in clinical instrumentation with proven record of clinical / patient contact
- Record of publication in scientific journals
- Experience or demonstrable training in CPET
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Ability to analyse and interpret exercise physiology data
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to keep accurate documentation
- Competent in Microsoft Office applications
- Good computing skills with experience of using complex data analysis packages
- Ability to work under pressure and to meet deadlines
- Good organisational skills, methodical, reliable
- Ability to motivate patients to perform tests to required standards
- Ability to work autonomously
- Good timekeeper
- Enthusiastic personality
Desirable
- Able to interpret a cardio pulmonary exercise test
Essential
Essential
- Dynamic, enthusiastic & positive attitude
- Team worker
- Caring, compassionate & discrete
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
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Elective Treatment Centre (ETC), Manchester Royal Infirmary, Oxford Road, MFT
Oxford Road
Manchester
M13 9WL
Employer's website
https://mft.nhs.uk/careers/ (Opens in a new tab)
