About this role
Job summary
An opportunity has arisen for a suitably qualified Specialist Respiratory Physiologist to join the Respiratory Physiology team at The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust. The post holder will support the delivery of respiratory diagnostic testing and will be required to work across both Cannock Chase Hospital and New Cross Hospital.
The successful candidate will be self-motivated, with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work both autonomously and under pressure. They will be able to prioritise their own workload effectively while contributing to team working and supporting the development of junior staff. Evidence of continuing professional development is essential, alongside experience across a broad range of respiratory diagnostic investigations.
Applicants should hold a BSc or MSc, or equivalent qualification, and have completed ARTP professional examinations or demonstrate significant equivalent experience within a respiratory physiology department. Registration, or active progression towards registration, with the HCPC or the RCCP/AHCS voluntary register is expected. Part-time applicants will be considered.
Main duties of the job
We are looking to recruit an individual with an understanding of specialist healthcare science activities acquired through training to BSc and/or MSc level, or with an equivalent level of knowledge and experience. Applications are also encouraged from suitably qualified Band 5 Physiologists seeking progression to a senior Band 6 role or wishing to develop experience at this level.
The post holder will have the opportunity to work within the oxygen assessment, sleep/ventilation, and cardiopulmonary exercise testing services.
All members of the Respiratory Physiology team are involved across all aspects of the diagnostic service. The successful candidate will therefore be competent in both routine and advanced respiratory investigations and able to interpret and report findings, including providing verbal interpretation where required. You will maintain an up-to-date training record and actively contribute to your continuing professional development portfolio.
Previous experience in research and audit is desirable, as is experience of presenting work at national and/or international meetings. The role will include mentoring and supervision of less experienced physiologists, healthcare assistants, and administrative staff. Strong involvement in the training of junior healthcare professionals and competency assessment is also desirable.
About us
The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust is one of the largest NHS trusts in the West Midlands, providing primary, acute, and community services. The Trust serves a diverse population and is committed to maintaining a workforce that reflects the communities it supports.
There is a clear organisational focus on delivering high-quality patient care, supported by a culture that values diversity of thought and lived experience. This approach underpins the Trust's ambition to operate as a learning organisation and to deliver compassionate, patient-centred care.
A supportive working environment is promoted, with a commitment to flexible working arrangements. Applications are welcomed from individuals seeking flexible working patterns, and requests will be considered in line with service requirements.
Job description Job responsibilities
NHS AfC: Band 6
Please see attached for the full job description and person specification attached to this vacancy.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
BSc in Clinical Physiology/Healthcare Science or equivalent. Experience post basic qualification RCCP/HCPC registered or eligible for registration. ARTP Practitioner level qualification or part I and II examination BLS/ALS/ILS trained
Desirable
Appropriate Clinical Physiology MSc qualification or equivalent. STP equivalence obtained/Clinical Scientist Management and leadership training
Experience and Skills Essential
Substantial experience working within a Lung Function/Respiratory Physiology department Knowledge and significant experience (minimum of 2 years) of a broad range of routine and advanced respiratory physiology procedures. Ability to work independently within established policies and procedures. Experience in undertaking staff appraisal and performance monitoring. Good customer care skills Experience in recruitment and selection processes Reporting of full lung function tests and other routine investigations
Desirable
Highly specialist expertise, underpinned by theory and experience. Knowledge of highly specialist procedures acquired through accredited courses Provides clinical testing service -Can undertake the full range of routine, advanced and highly specialist respiratory physiological investigations. Experience working in a deputy role within a respiratory physiology department and can lead in aspects of the laboratory service in the absence of the head of service. Experience of procuring specialist test equipment. Understanding of budget setting and expenditure review. Experienced in CPET, CPET reporting and Domiciliary NIV Able to demonstrate experience in service development Experience undertaking a home oxygen assessment and review
Communication Skills Essential
Communicates complex test instructions that require maximal patient effort and provides adequate motivation to achieve accurate results. Communicates/discussion on diagnostic findings of sleep diagnostics and the possible impact on driving and the DVLA. Provides detailed instructions on CPAP during initiation of treatment. Provides advice internally and externally to other healthcare professionals on Respiratory Physiological testing. Alert appropriate staff to unusual results/unexpected findings or clinical concerns. Provide advice and raise concerns over the appropriateness of test referrals. Communicates service-related information to lead physiologist.
Desirable
Experience working in a mentor role for junior staff and student practitioners. Provides advice internally and externally to other healthcare professionals on Respiratory Physiological testing. Experienced in dealing with complaints
Other Essential
Act as a role model. Specifically with regard to respecting patient's customs, values, spiritual beliefs, equality and diversity, confidentiality (information governance), health and safety and infection prevention. High degree of dexterity for use on a wide range of diagnostic equipment, invasive procedures undertaken - Arterial blood gas sampling.
Desirable
Ability to teach highly specialist test theories and techniques to post graduate level student physiologists and medical students. Undertake research and development. Experience in presenting/chairing meetings/published author/represents professional body such as ARTP, BTS etc.
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship 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).
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 The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust
Address New Cross Hospital & Cannock Chase Hospital
New Cross Hospital
Wolverhampton
WV10 0QP
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.royalwolverhampton.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)