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Respiratory Physiologist
Grade
NHS AfC: Band 6
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Full time - 37.5 hours per week
Job ref
391-RFL-7923479
Employer
Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
Royal free
Town
Hampstead
Salary
£47,951 - £56,863 per annum inclusive of HCAS
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
29/04/2026 23:59

Employer heading

NHS

Band 6 Senior Respiratory Physiologist

NHS AfC: Band 6

Our trust has over 17,000 staff serving 2 million patients every year. It comprises Barnet Hospital, Chase Farm Hospital, the Royal Free Hospital, North Middlesex University Hospital and more than 30 services in the community.  This larger scale organisation provides an unprecedented opportunity for us to continue our pioneering work, particularly in finding ways to deliver even better care to our patients.

Our mission is to deliver world class care and expertise in our clinical services, underpinned by world class teaching and research and we will continue to measure our progress against our five governing objectives: excellent outcomes, excellent patient and staff experience, excellent value for taxpayers’ money, being safe and meeting our external duties, and building a strong organisation.

Everyone is welcome at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust. We're proud of our diversity and we continue to undertake new initiatives to advance equality for LGBT+, BME, gender equality, staff carers and people with disabilities and lived experiences to promote good relations and understanding between our staff.

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Job overview

As a Senior Physiologist, you will support the head of department in the development and delivery of a high quality diagnostic lung function service across our sites. To carry out the full range of respiratory investigations and to play a key role in the development of the specialist diagnostic services, ensuring the highest standards are maintained and promoted. To participate in the department's research, development and audit activities.

This post offers the opportunity to develop and advance skills and career in respiratory physiology within a large specialist teaching hospital. Depending on experience, the candidate may need to complete competency assessments for various tests and procedures carried out in the department. You will play a significant role in the expansion of the range and quality of diagnostic services offered. Experience with CPET testing would be advantageous. The role works within the departments condensed hours working pattern, but flexible working discussions are encouraged.

 Ideally you will be working as a healthcare scientist at band 6 level or band 5 with significant experience working in a Lung Function Laboratory and the willingness to up-skill. You should hold a degree in Respiratory Clinical Physiology, STP, PTP, Biological Science subject, Level 6 apprenticeship healthcare science, Graduate Diploma in Respiratory Science or equivalent. ARTP Practitioner exam or equivalent is essential. You should be AHCP or HCPC registered.

Main duties of the job

    To perform a wide range of respiratory and sleep diagnostic tests listed below:

  • Spirometry
  •   Gas transfer measurements
  • Lung volume measurements using Body Plethysmography and Nitrogen Washout
  •    Airways resistance
  •    Bronchodilator response tests
  •   Blood gas analysis
  •   LTOT & AOT Assessments
  •   Hypoxic Challenge
  •   Field walk tests
  •    Respiratory muscle testing
  •    Overnight oximetry and limited multichannel sleep studies
  •    Any other test deemed necessary by the head of department

Working for our organisation

The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK’s biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests.

Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top

For more information please follow link https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust. 

Person specification

Royal Free World Class Values

Essential criteria
  • Demonstrable ability to meet the trust values

Education & Professional Qualifications

Essential criteria
  • Degree in Respiratory Clinical Physiology STP, PTP Biological Science subject/Graduate Diploma in Respiratory Science or equivalent/Level 6 apprenticeship healthcare science
  • ARTP Practitioner or equivalent
  • AHCP or HCPC registered
  • Further education/CPD in subjects relevant to respiratory & physiological measurements
Desirable criteria
  • Specialist knowledge in practical & theoretical aspects of respiratory physiology & disorders

Experience

Essential criteria
  • Post-qualification experience as a Respiratory Physiologist
  • Teaching & mentoring junior staff and students (student healthcare scientists & other healthcare professionals)
  • Experience of managing own time and workload effectively
  • Experience working independently as well as part of a team
Desirable criteria
  • Experience of CPET testing

Skills and Attitudes

Essential criteria
  • Knowledge of clinical governance issues e.g. handling complaints, clinical risk management
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to negotiate and influence
  • Ability to problem-solve, prioritize and to work to deadlines
  • Able to lead, manage and motivate others in complex problem solving and assessment skills
  • Ability to develop collaborative working relationships with multi professional teams
  • Skilled in use of computer/keyboard

Personal Qualities & Attributes

Essential criteria
  • Be a positive role model with the ability to demonstrate a credible and professional approach
  • Ability to demonstrate initiative and solve problems
  • Ability to work as a team and form professional relationships with colleagues
  • Adaptable to change /Diplomatic and calm
  • To be flexible and approachable
  • Self-motivated
  • Enthusiastic

Employer certification / accreditation badges

Nursing TimesApprenticeships logoNo smoking policyPositive about disabled peopleDisability confident employerTimewise PartnerCare Quality Commission - Requires improvementEnei MemberArmed Forces Covenant

Applicant requirements

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Brett Gregory
Job title
Lead Respiratory Physiologist
Email address
[email protected]
Telephone number
0207 472 6848
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