Clinical Physiologist in Respiratory & Sleep, Band 5 (Band 5) - Lung Function and Sleep - Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Respiratory Physiology Services at Gloucestershire Hospitals Trust.
We are looking for a skilled and enthusiastic Respiratory Physiologist to join our busy expanding and evolving service. The department will offer full lung function investigations and muscle weakness testing. The sleep service offers Respiratory polygraphy, CPAP set-up, and reviews. The skilled individual should have a comprehensive understanding of Lung function testing and diagnostic sleep testing, including set-up of oximetry and Polygraphy, and a basic understanding of reporting of sleep studies. Experience in CPAP therapy troubleshooting, maintenance, and advice is necessary.
The successful applicant should be a friendly and highly motivated individual that wants to excel professionally and is committed to providing a high-quality service. You must have the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Candidates must have a Clinical Physiology BSc or equivalent and should be looking to work toward ARTP examinations. The appointee should also be working towards RCCP registration.
We are committed to supporting learning and development, so a successful candidate should be confident that they will be supported to consolidate their knowledge and develop expertise.
Duties of the role include the ability to undertake clinical activity such as:
1. Full pulmonary function tests including static and dynamic lung volumes, gas transfer, reversibility assessments, and mannitol challenge.
2. Respiratory muscle assessments, Snip, and supine spirometry.
3. CPAP follow-up appointments, issue and return, and analysis of sleep assessments (oximetry and respiratory polygraphy).
4. Supporting patients on CPAP treatment.
Other non-clinical duties include:
1. Responsibility for own learning and development, willingness to train in a sub-specialty area.
2. Participating in audit and research activities.
3. Supporting the delivery of training and education across the immediate team and wider staff network.
The Lung Function and Sleep Service at Gloucestershire Hospitals is a busy service with a blended staff of Physiologists, Nurses, and Assistant/Associate practitioners. We are committed to seeing our staff succeed in their career journey and will look to support education opportunities and progression where possible. We operate our services from 3 locations: Cheltenham General as our main site, an inpatient spoke at Gloucestershire Royal, and our diagnostic sleep service at the Gloucestershire Community Diagnostic Centre at Gloucester Quays.
Responsibilities:
1. To assist the Lead for Respiratory Physiology in setting local technical standards.
2. To perform a wide range of respiratory function tests.
3. To carry out CPAP follow-ups and reviews.
4. To communicate test procedures clearly and sympathetically to patients.
5. To maintain accurate/legible patient records.
Working Conditions:
Frequent contact with emotionally challenging conditions with critically ill patients. Understanding of hazards posed by blood products and bodily fluids. Potential for needlestick and sharps-related injuries.
General conditions:
Confidentiality: In the course of your employment, you may have access to confidential information concerning the medical or personal affairs of patients and staff. Breaches of confidence may result in disciplinary action.
Health and Safety: It is the duty of every employee to work in such a way that accidents to themselves and to others are avoided.
No Smoking Policy: Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust operates a no smoking policy.
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