Job summary
The post holder will perform routine Respiratory and Sleep Diagnostics, complying with departmental standard operating procedures at all times the course of their duties;Undertake a range of routine Lung Function tests independentlyTo perform Sleep Apnoea DiagnosticsAssist senior staff in the Sleep Apnoea Therapy servicePerforms calibration and quality control procedure on all laboratory equipmentAssist senior staff in the training of junior staff, students, nurses and medical students.Work towards the ARTP Associate Professional Examination
Main duties of the job
Carry out all duties and tasks in a manner which ensures patient comfort and safety, whilst maintaining accuracy.
Be able to demonstrate a good level knowledge underpinning each of the basic tests in the department
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
We believe staff are our best asset and wewant you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board.
As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation.
You might be a nurse ordoctor, maybe you specialise in a health science/therapy or can offer skills in one of our support services - wehave a job for you.
There are also apprenticeships, work placementsand volunteering roles available.
We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex; religion or belief; race; age; sexual orientation; gender identity or, whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled.
Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, show thatour commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do.
If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe's most spectacular scenery,with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached job description and person specification for a detailed outline of the job requirements. This is available for you bilingually, in English and Welsh.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached job description and person specification for a detailed outline of the job requirements. This is available for you bilingually, in English and Welsh.
Person Specification
Essential Qualifications & Knowledge
Essential
- Two A 'Levels at Grade D or above (one of which must be a Science) l plus additional theoretical or applied training in specific discipline to diploma equivalent level
- Relevant Healthcare Science Foundation Degree / Applied Science HND / HNC / GNVQ Advanced in Science
- Relevant Respiratory Physiologist Experience
Desirable
- ARTP Part 1
- ARTP Part 2
- ARTP Certificate in Spirometry
Essential Aptitude and abilities
Essential
- Can demonstrate SBU values
- Performs a range of basic lung function tests
- Laboratory maintenance, calibration and quality control procedures
- Seeks out further development and responsibilities
- Good patient communication skills, understanding, courteous, pleasant disposition
- Motivated and enthusiastic an excellent team player
- Ability to put own point of view over but also able to listen to others.
Desirable
- Welsh Language Skills are desirable levels 1 to 5 in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing in Welsh
- Performs all routine lung function tests
- Ability to interpret basic lung function tests.
- Ability to travel within geographical area.
- Able to work hours flexibly
Person Specification
Essential Qualifications & Knowledge
Essential
- Two A 'Levels at Grade D or above (one of which must be a Science) l plus additional theoretical or applied training in specific discipline to diploma equivalent level
- Relevant Healthcare Science Foundation Degree / Applied Science HND / HNC / GNVQ Advanced in Science
- Relevant Respiratory Physiologist Experience
Desirable
- ARTP Part 1
- ARTP Part 2
- ARTP Certificate in Spirometry
Essential Aptitude and abilities
Essential
- Can demonstrate SBU values
- Performs a range of basic lung function tests
- Laboratory maintenance, calibration and quality control procedures
- Seeks out further development and responsibilities
- Good patient communication skills, understanding, courteous, pleasant disposition
- Motivated and enthusiastic an excellent team player
- Ability to put own point of view over but also able to listen to others.
Desirable
- Welsh Language Skills are desirable levels 1 to 5 in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing in Welsh
- Performs all routine lung function tests
- Ability to interpret basic lung function tests.
- Ability to travel within geographical area.
- Able to work hours flexibly
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).
