Job summary
We deliver respiratory and sleep diagnostics and ongoing sleep treatment and support to patients throughout the Hywel Dda University Health Board area. We are looking for two enthusiastic, motivated individuals who can work flexibly to support the range of services the team offer. This will involve working alongside qualified staff and working independently to deliver services within a varied work schedule. Attention to detail and accurate record keeping are essential abilities. One post to be located at Prince Philip Hospital, Llanelli and the other at Glangwili General Hospital, Carmarthen.
Main duties of the job
The postholder will be supported to gain the skills and qualifications required for this role.
The main duties of the role are to support the clinical physiology team in the provision of respiratory and sleep investigations. The postholder will work independently, within their scope of expertise, providing routine investigations such as ECG's, lung function testing and the preparing, issuing and downloading of sleep monitors. The postholder will be able to analyse simple sleep data and will be able to recognise when escalation to a senior member of staff is required in all areas. They will deliver practical teaching and supervision to students and healthcare professionals in areas where they have knowledge and expertise. Duties include working with qualified staff during complex procedures such as exercise testing and challenge testing, ensuring patient safety and accurate monitoring. They will work with the team by performing basic clinical observations, with fitting CPAP masks and by providing administrative duties. The successful candidate will demonstrate the skills and flexibility to manage their own time and organise their daily activities to meet the numerous demands of the role.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Interviews to be held on 21/01/2026.
About us
Hywel Dda University Health Board plans and provides NHS healthcare services for people living in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, and bordering counties.
We have over 13,000 staff and together we provide primary, community, in-hospital, mental health and learning disabilities services.
We work in partnership with the three local authorities, as well as public, private and third sector colleagues, including our valued team of volunteers.
Our services are provided in:
- Four main hospitals: Bronglais Hospital in Aberystwyth; Glangwili Hospital in Carmarthen; Prince Philip Hospital in Llanelli; and Withybush Hospital in Haverfordwest
- Five community hospitals: Amman Valley and Llandovery hospitals in Carmarthenshire; Tregaron Hospital in Ceredigion; and Tenby and South Pembrokeshire hospitals in Pembrokeshire
- Two integrated care centres: Aberaeron and Cardigan in Ceredigion, and several other community settings
- 47 general practices (six of which are health board managed practices); dental practices (including four orthodontic); 97 community pharmacies; 43 general ophthalmic practices; and 8 ophthalmic domiciliary providers
- Numerous mental health and learning disabilities services
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post is advertised as a Band 4. However, applicants not meeting all the essential criteria within the Person Specification are still invited to apply, and if successful would be appointed under the All Wales Annex 21 rules. They will be supported for a period of up to three years by a development plan to achieve the knowledge, skills and qualifications required to meet the essential job specifications, whereby 65% of the top of the Band 4 would be payable during the first year, 70% during the second year and 75% during the third year. Following successful development, the post holder will then be paid at Band 4 (minimum point on the scale). As part of the Annex 21 process, there is no financial penalty to those who apply for this role where the percentage will cause a reduction in pay, subsequently a local protection would be put in place until the pay has caught up. Failure to achieve the required competencies/skills etc in the designated timeframe could result in re-deployment.
You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.
The ability to communicate in Welsh isdesirablefor this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirementsspecified,the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirementsduring the course ofyour employment with us.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post is advertised as a Band 4. However, applicants not meeting all the essential criteria within the Person Specification are still invited to apply, and if successful would be appointed under the All Wales Annex 21 rules. They will be supported for a period of up to three years by a development plan to achieve the knowledge, skills and qualifications required to meet the essential job specifications, whereby 65% of the top of the Band 4 would be payable during the first year, 70% during the second year and 75% during the third year. Following successful development, the post holder will then be paid at Band 4 (minimum point on the scale). As part of the Annex 21 process, there is no financial penalty to those who apply for this role where the percentage will cause a reduction in pay, subsequently a local protection would be put in place until the pay has caught up. Failure to achieve the required competencies/skills etc in the designated timeframe could result in re-deployment.
You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.
The ability to communicate in Welsh isdesirablefor this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirementsspecified,the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirementsduring the course ofyour employment with us.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential
- Minimum 5 GCSE or equivalent, to include English, Maths and Science
- Level 3 qualification in science or healthcare related subject
- Level 4 diploma relevant to the area of work: Health Care Sciences or Physiological Measurement
- Professional body accreditation relevant to the area of work: ARTP Foundation Certificate in Spirometry and Associate Examination (level 1)
Desirable
- Qualification in data processing
- Qualification in teaching or mentoring
Experience
Essential
- Experience of performing a range of investigations as outlined in the job description
Desirable
- Experience of working in a health care environment
Language Skills
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential
- Minimum 5 GCSE or equivalent, to include English, Maths and Science
- Level 3 qualification in science or healthcare related subject
- Level 4 diploma relevant to the area of work: Health Care Sciences or Physiological Measurement
- Professional body accreditation relevant to the area of work: ARTP Foundation Certificate in Spirometry and Associate Examination (level 1)
Desirable
- Qualification in data processing
- Qualification in teaching or mentoring
Experience
Essential
- Experience of performing a range of investigations as outlined in the job description
Desirable
- Experience of working in a health care environment
Language Skills
Desirable
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).
