About this role
Job summary
An excellent opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated, hardworking and enthusiastic Senior Respiratory Physiologist to join our busy, well-equipped department.
You must be proficient in a range of comprehensive procedures in adults including spirometry, lung function testing, reversibility studies, blood gas analysis, sleep and ventilation services.
The successful candidate will need excellent interpersonal skills, be able to motivate and develop others. They should enjoy working as part of a team but also be able to work autonomously with some degree of responsibility. They will be encouraged to develop their skills to become a lead person within one of the specialist areas.
The department is committed to the PTP and STP training programmes and you would be expected to contribute your knowledge and skills towards the delivery of these.
You must ideally hold a BSc in Clinical Physiology or equivalent with a minimum of 2 years experience. Ideally you should have passed the ARTP Practitioners Professional Examination or are working towards it and ideally be on the RCCP voluntary register.
Main duties of the job
The candidate will be proficient in performing and interpreting all respiratory investigations performed within the department.
These include;
Full pulmonary function tests with administration of bronchodilator therapy
Assess airways hyper-reactivity and respiratory tract inflammation
Supervise, perform and interpret medically unsupervised Cardio-Pulmonary Exercise Tests (CPETs), on both congenital cardiac and respiratory patients with assessment of exercise-induced airways obstruction if indicated
Simulate and assess patients' oxygen requirements during a flight and advise the patient and clinician their results and requirements.
Interpret and perform complex sleep investigations, for clinicians on the patient's condition and advise appropriate therapy
To be able to initiate, review and adjust treatment for patients with sleep-related disorders for both Non-Invasive Ventilation (NIV) and Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP)
They will be able to perform blood gas analysis to assess for patients respiratory status and titration of oxygen or NIV requirements.
About us
Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).
We have four primary goals:
high-quality care for all, being a great place to work, partnerships for impact, and research and education excellence And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.
Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
we are compassionate, we are proud, we are inclusive, and we are one team This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.
About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:
https://www.uhleicester.nhs.uk
Job description Job responsibilities
Involved with maintaining clinical standards, evidence based practice within the speciality.
Assist with clinical supervision and training of technical staff and other professionals, across disciplines.
Undertake an active role in developing and promoting Physiology within the specialty.
Be actively involved in the training and development of staff within the Physiology Team.
To participate in the development of the specialist services.
To assist with implementation and dissemination policies and promote changes to working practice.
Demonstrate appropriate expert practice and specialist advice in the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care.
To be actively involved with the maintenance and quality control (QC) of all equipment used in the respiratory function, outpatients and exercise testing areas.
To ensure all equipment and resources are maintained to regulated standards and adhere to both health and safety and infection control policies.
To adhere to professional codes of practice and perform the role to national and local standards.
To promote regular quality assurance (QA).
To evaluate and develop clinical practice within a specialty ensuring compliance with national and local guidelines and frameworks.
To have an in-depth knowledge of specialist equipment operation and to use it to its maximum capability.
To troubleshoot equipment faults and, if required, to organise equipment repair in order to maintain an efficient service.
Ability to multi-task and cope with constant change and interruptions.
Act accordingly when exposed to distressing or emotional circumstances when dealing directly with patients and/or their relative
Please see job de4scription/person specification for further details on the role.
Person Specification
Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours Essential
Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours
Training & Qualifications Essential
BSc (Hons) Degree in Clinical Physiology (Respiratory) or equivalent ARTP Practitioners Examination (or equivalent) Good standard of written and spoken English Demonstrates a commitment to further learning and personal development
Desirable
Basic life support in adults RCCP voluntary registration
Experience Essential
Minimum of 2 years as a Qualified Respiratory Physiologist Knowledge and practical experience of routine and complex lung function and sleep investigations Knowledge and practical experience of other physiological investigations including GI physiology and autonomic function tests Able to interpret and report on routine lung function and sleep study results Evidence of supervision and training
Communication and relationship skills Essential
Shows interest in caring for people Demonstrates enthusiasm and motivation Smart professional appearance Clearly spoken General physical ability to undertake required duties Confident manner
Analytical and Judgement skills Essential
is able to use logical thinking to deal with common equipment errors seen within a respiratory lab
Skills Essential
Is able to fulfil the job description Ability to motivate, train, supervise and delegate to junior members of staff Able to work as a team Interview
Planning and organisation skills Essential
Good organisational skills, methodical Able to manage time effectively and prioritise workload member and able to show initiative when working alone Ability to work under pressure and to meet deadlines. This includes planning a broad range of complex activities Reliable Attention to detail
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Essential
Able to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs. All staff are expected to engage in compassionate and inclusive leadership in the provision of high quality care and interactions with others
Other requirements specific to the role Essential
Flexible approach to meet the needs of the service and users Ability to travel across sites if required
Desirable
Full driving licence
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.
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Employer details Employer name University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust
Address Glenfield Hospital
Groby Road
Leicester
LE3 9QP
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.jobsatleicestershospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)