Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Associate Practitioner - Respiratory Clinical Physiology
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Job Description
Job Summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for two Associate Practitioners to join the Respiratory and Sleep Physiology team at Leeds Teaching Hospitals. Working closely with Respiratory Physiologists and the wider multidisciplinary team, the post holders will support the delivery of a comprehensive range of respiratory diagnostic and monitoring services, helping to provide high-quality, patient-centred care across a variety of clinical settings.
The successful candidates will assist with a range of respiratory investigations, including spirometry, bronchodilator reversibility testing, and other respiratory physiology procedures, supporting the efficient delivery of services and ensuring a positive patient experience. This role offers excellent opportunities for learning and development, with structured support to develop knowledge and skills within respiratory diagnostics and physiology.
The post holders will be primarily based at St James's University Hospital but will be expected to work across our Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC) sites, including Armley and Beeston, with future opportunities to support service delivery at Seacroft Hospital as services continue to expand. The successful candidates will contribute to maintaining high standards of patient care, quality, and professionalism while supporting the ongoing development of the service.
Why You Should Join Our Team
The Respiratory and Sleep Physiology team at Leeds Teaching Hospitals is a friendly, experienced, and supportive service delivering a wide range of diagnostic investigations across both hospital and community settings. As our services continue to grow, including the expansion of Community Diagnostic Centres, we are investing in our workforce to ensure patients receive timely, high-quality care in the most appropriate setting.
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This is an excellent opportunity to join a welcoming team and the opportunity to develop a career within Respiratory Physiology. You will work alongside experienced Respiratory Physiologists who are passionate about supporting staff development and creating opportunities for progression. We actively encourage learning and professional growth, providing training and support to help individuals develop their knowledge, skills, and confidence within a rewarding clinical environment.
We are committed to supporting work-life balance and welcome conversations about flexible working arrangements where service needs allow, helping colleagues to thrive both professionally and personally.
What You Will Bring To The Role
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Performs investigations on a range of patients including paediatric, elderly, and those with a range of physical and learning disabilities. These can include but are not limited to:
- Spirometry
- Reversibility studies
- Full pulmonary function testing
- Capillary blood gases
- Any other investigation within the departmental standard operating procedure, appropriate to role.
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Communicates information about routine respiratory investigations to senior members of staff.
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Performs routine maintenance of a range of technical equipment.
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Calibrates and manipulates a wide range of technical equipment which process, create, update, and store information.
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Essential Qualifications and Experience:
- Certificate in spirometry, or experience and proven competency in performing, interpreting, and reporting spirometry.
- Basic life support training.
- GCSEs grade A-C in English and Maths, or equivalent.
Please see the attached job description for further information about this vacancy.
For Questions About This Job, Contact
Hayley Dodsworth
Highly Specialist Physiologist
Shortlisting Date: 25th August 2026
Interview Date: 1st September 2026
About Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust
Our Trust Values
The Leeds Way is working together to support each other and deliver the best possible care to patients.
We are...
- Responsible
- Open and Honest
- One Team
- Kind
Our Trust Priorities
Our purpose: Excellent, safe, and sustainable care for every patient every time.
Our Priorities:
- People
- Improvement and Innovation
- Partnerships
- Outcomes
Sponsorship Eligibility
To comply with UK Government regulations on Skilled Worker sponsorship, Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust is unable to provide sponsorship to applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria or the salary threshold concessions set out under the Skilled Worker visa route. Please take this into consideration before submitting your application. Full guidance on these concessions, including details of who may qualify, can be found here.
We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a high number of suitable applications.
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