About this role
Job summary
Please Note:
This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must already hold the right to work in the UK independently, with a visa or immigration status that allows them to fulfil the full duration and type of contract offered. The Trust is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position.
We are looking to expand the Respiratory Services team within the North Kent Community Diagnostic Centre.
We are looking for a dynamic and innovative physiologist to join our busy, expanding Respiratory physiology department. You would be part of the respiratory services team which consists of other Respiratory Specialists practitioners.
The post Holder should have a science based degree or equivalent in Physiology. The post holder should have ARTP Part 1 (Minimum) be enrolled on the RCCP register or working towards this. You must have experience at working at band 6 and above within an acute setting.
The post holder should be competent and have adequate clinical experience in performing dynamic and relaxed spirometry (including reversibility), gas transfer tests and helium dilution. To have the ability to manage multiple and varied tasks with enthusiasm and prioritise workload with attention to detail.
The post holder will work collaboratively with the Senior Respiratory Physiologists, Lead Nurse for Respiratory Services, Respiratory Consultants, specialist nurses and practitioners across the specialty and Trust as a whole.
Main duties of the job
A Specialist Physiologist who is responsible for the planning, implementation and delivery of the Respiratory Lung Function service across two sites, Darent valley hospital and the North Kent Community Diagnostic Centre.
They will work as a senior practitioner within the multi-disciplinary Respiratory Services team, providing the highest possible standard of care for patients whilst managing the department workload.
The post holder will be able to practice independently in all areas of non-invasive respiratory physiology (full lung function, allergy skin test, sleep study set-up and analyses) whilst supporting the Lead Nurse to manage the service.
They must be able to work unsupervised in all areas, are accountable and responsible for the day to day running of the Lung Function Laboratory and the direct line management of the Band 6 Physiologist/s.
About us
We are committed to being an inclusive and diverse employer. We strive to employ people who reflect the communities we serve, and aim to create an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential. Whatever your race, ethnicity, belief, generation, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, disability or experience, you'll appreciate the opportunities we give you to work in an inclusive atmosphere. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences to build on the progress we've achieved to make our Trust diverse and the best place to work. We celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that help us overcome challenges and embrace new possibilities. We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant Pledge and have a commitment to the Armed Forces Community.
We are dedicated to using our Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) approach as our shared organisation model of change to enhance our services and ensure excellence in patient care.
If you are considering applying for a role, please be aware that as an NHS Employee you may have contact with vulnerable service users. We strongly encourage that all our staff are vaccinated against COVID-19 and are vaccinated annually against Flu, in order to protect the health and safety of our staff and patients. Your commitment will help us to put the safety and care of our patients first, as well as helping us to protect you and your colleagues.
Job description Job responsibilities
A Specialist Physiologist who is responsible for the planning, implementation and delivery of the Respiratory Lung Function service across two sites, Darent valley hospital and the North Kent Community Diagnostic Centre.
They will work as a senior practitioner within the multi-disciplinary Respiratory Services team, providing the highest possible standard of care for patients whilst managing the department workload.
The post holder will be able to practice independently in all areas of non-invasive respiratory physiology (full lung function, allergy skin test, sleep study set-up and analyses) whilst supporting the Lead Nurse to manage the service.
They must be able to work unsupervised in all areas, are accountable and responsible for the day to day running of the Lung Function Laboratory and the direct line management of the Band 6 Physiologist/s.
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Person Specification
Education and Training Essential
oBSc (Hons) Clinical Physiology oIntermediate Life Support Skills oRCCP registration or with relevant qualifications to attain this oARTP membership oDemonstrates ongoing evidence of CPD
Desirable
oLeadership / management course
Knowledge Skills Essential
oDemonstrate knowledge of indications, contraindications and stopping criteria for lung function testing oDemonstrate knowledge of professional code of conduct and guidance by the professional body for Physiologists
Desirable
oTrust vision, values, strategic objectives and key work programmes oNHS Constitution
Experience Essential
oExperience of working within a Respiratory Department oDemonstrate competency to perform and analyse lung function tests and sleep studies oExperience in developing new services or change management
Desirable
oExperience in training and education of others oAdditional membership in national bodies or organisations: BTS, ERS, ATS
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.
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 Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust
Address North Kent Community Diagnostic Centre
East Hill
Dartford
DA1 1SA
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.dgt.nhs.uk/working-for-us (Opens in a new tab)