University Hospital Southampton NHS FT
Respiratory Physiologist
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Job Overview
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Please see below for detailed job description of the role.
Main duties of the job
An exciting opportunity has arisen to become part of the Respiratory Physiology Department (Adults) at University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust (UHS). We are recruiting for a full-time permanent Band 5 Respiratory Physiologist. As a department we provide a wide range of respiratory diagnostic tests for both inpatients and outpatients across two sites.
As a large university teaching hospital we provide results for a variety of specialisms including: Pulmonary Hypertension, Interstitial Lung Disease, Asthma, Cystic Fibrosis, Primary Cilia Dyskinesia and Alpha-1 Anti-Trypsin deficiency, and many more.
Working for our organisation
University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.
Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast.
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At UHS we’re committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients.
At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognizing that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We’re committed to creating an anti-racist, anti-discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute.
Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities
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The Respiratory Physiology department works Monday-Friday 08:30-16:30 with the opportunity to see private patients outside of contracted hours to complement your salary.
A driving license is not essential but travelling across sites is part of this job role.
Person specification
Trust Values
- Essential criteria
- Patients First
- Always Improving
- Working Together
Qualifications, Knowledge And Experience
Essential criteria
- BSc in clinical physiology or equivalent with relevant experience within respiratory physiology sciences.
- Association of Respiratory Technology and Physiology 1 and 2 (working towards)
- Currently working in the pulmonary Function area
- Able to undertake complex hand-eye coordination tasks and have the dexterity to use specialist diagnostic equipment.
- Able to relate information in a variety of forms to patients, relatives and carers.
- ARPT Professional Examination (Level 3) or willing to work towards it
- Eligible for or already registered with RCCP or equivalent
Desirable criteria
- Previous NHS Experience
- Previously worked with the public
- Computer data entry
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