Clinical Physiologist in Respiratory & Sleep, Band 5

Clinical Physiologist in Respiratory & Sleep, Band 5

Employer:

NHS Jobs

Location:

Pay:

£31,049.00 to £37,796.00 per year, £31049.00 - £37796.00 a year

Contract Type:

Permanent

Hours:

Full time

Disability Confident:

No

Closing Date:

19/03/2026

Responsibilities Clinical, Scientific and Technical

To assist the Lead for Respiratory Physiology in setting local technical standards.

To perform a wide range of respiratory function tests listed below:

• Spirometry/flow volume loops
• Gas transfer measurements
• Bronchodilator tests
• Ear lobe capillary blood gas analysis
• Bronchial challenge testing using Mannitol (with supervision and support)
• Respiratory muscle testing (MIP, MEP and SNIP) and supine/sitting spirometry
• Overnight oximetry
• Home polygraphy sleep studies (not including analysis)
• Any other tests deemed necessary by the head of the department CPAP follow up and reviews
• Train in CPAP initiation, Sleep Analysis and NIV clinics.

To carry out all techniques and work independently as an unsupervised independent practitioner.

Take responsibility for the functioning, calibration and quality assurance of measurements on complex specialised instruments, and maintain calibration records and audits of work activity

The post-holder will provide specialist professional expertise to other staff members within and outside of the department as required.

To communicate test procedures clearly and sympathetically, in order to obtain cooperation and best effort from patients and provide reassurance to patients as appropriate

To deliver appropriate and individualised patient care at all times.

To provide cross-cover within areas of the technical services, as the needs of the service dictate.

The post-holder will analyse complex information that may be technical and / or clinical, using best current scientific opinion, to interpret data and make autonomous decisions on how best to act.

Be personally responsible for the adherence to the correct procedure for the disinfection of equipment, adhering closely to local and Trust infection control procedures, quality standards, set guidelines and risk assessments.

Responsible for stock control and ordering to maintain adequate stock levels.

Management

• Responsible for daily management of their clinics.

Including competent use of the electronic booking systems; arranging appointments for outpatients and inpatients where necessary.

Liaise closely with clerical team and give timely advice on changes to their electronic diary.

Able to triage and prioritise vet urgent requests in order that the department workload is managed efficiently and appropriately

• Liaise closely with clinicians, wards and outpatients and respond to queries regarding the lung function service, ensuring the delivery of a prompt and efficient service.

This will include advising medical staff at all levels about the value of the tests requested, availability and interpretation of results

• Assist in updating and writing local policies and procedures
• Use IT packages to keep careful records of all work activity, carrying out audits where appropriate
• The post holder must observe the rules, policies and procedures of Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and promote them within the department.

Communication:

To ensure that all staff maintain accurate/legible patient records.

Communication skills may be required in a wide range of situations, including: provision of presentations and / or training to large / small staff groups, including other physiologist, nursing and medical staff.

To communicate relevant Trust-wide changes with the team as required.

Teaching, training, professional and research:

To maintain full conversance with current training curricula and Modernising Scientific Careers program.

Participate in CPD scheme by attending professional meetings, relevant course and further training as part of personal development, and to further the work of the department.

To actively participate in maintaining professional development.

To keep up to date with current lung function measurement techniques, procedures and technical developments.

Carry out research and audits to support clinical research and development; advice on protocols and maintain quality assurance records, and to further the work of the department.

To ensure Mandatory training certificates are current.

Working Conditions:

Frequent contact with emotionally challenging conditions with critically ill patients and be able to deal with patient fatality during investigation and treatment.

Understanding of hazards posed by blood products and bodily fluids.

Potential for needle stick and sharps related injuries

Infectious patients and risk of cross-contamination.

Contact with aggressive patients / visitors / staff (verbal and physical).

Transportation of equipment around the hospital for ward-based studies.

Transportation of patients around hospital before / after procedures.

Moving patients between chairs and beds for various tests / procedures.

General conditions:
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