The closing date is 18th Feb 2025
Job summary
Are you looking to start 2025 with a new professional challenge? If you are seeking a role that rekindles the enthusiasm that brought you into healthcare science, a move to Good Hope Hospital could be the perfect opportunity. We are recruiting an enthusiastic and highly motivated individual to join our team in a friendly department. We offer a full range of services that include NIV and CPAP, home oxygen assessment, a developing CPET service and a full range of lung function testing. Main duties, tasks & skills required
You will take an active part in the running of a busy department, supporting junior team members and working closely with the respiratory multi-disciplinary team. You will take a lead role in the lung function testing aspect of the service and will be encouraged to develop new skills to support your professional development. There are opportunities for involvement in NIV, Sleep, CPET and Home Oxygen along with audit, research and quality improvement projects. You should hold a BSc in Clinical Physiology or an equivalent qualification. Possession of relevant professional qualifications (ARTP Practitioner or equivalent) is essential. You should be eligible for the RCCP or HCPC registration. Applications for the Band 6 post require a minimum of 1 year's post qualification experience, but less experienced applications will be considered as a developmental role. About us
We are recognised as one of the leading NHS Foundation Trusts in the UK. Our vision is to Build Healthier Lives, and we recognise that we need incredible staff to do this. Our commitment to our staff is to create the best place for them to work, and we are dedicated to: Investing in the health and wellbeing of our staff, including a commitment of offering flexible working where we can; Offering our staff a wide variety of training and development opportunities, to support their personal and career development objectives. UHB is committed to ensuring that our staff are treated fairly and feel that they belong, by creating a kind and inclusive environment. This is about equity of opportunity; removing all barriers, including discrimination and ensuring each individual member of staff reach their true potential, achieve their ambitions and thrive in their work. This is more than words. We are taking action. Our commitment to an inclusive culture is embedded at all levels of the organisation where every voice is heard, driven by our diverse and active staff networks, and at Board level by the Fairness Taskforce led by our CEO. We nurture a culture which empowers staff to challenge discriminatory behaviours and to enable people to bring their 'whole self' to a kinder, more connected and bold place to work. University Hospitals Birmingham is a Smoke-Free premises hospital. Job description
*Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description* Person specification
Qualifications
Essential
BSc in Clinical Science/Physiology or relevant scientific degree e.g. Scientist Training Program (STP) ARTP/BTS Part I and Part 2 Assessment/ ARTP Practitioner examination or equivalent experience Registered/eligible for the AHCS voluntary register or HCPC Statutory register Experience
Essential
>1 year as a qualified and registered Respiratory Clinical Physiologist or completion of Scientist Training Program (STP) Specialist training/experience in areas of advanced respiratory and sleep measurement e.g. respiratory sleep studies/ non-invasive ventilation / oxygen therapy Supervision of junior staff Knowledge of respiratory diseases and their effects on respiratory function Knowledge of specialised respiratory investigations Knowledge of sleep disorders, their associated investigations and therapeutic interventions used to treat these conditions. Additional Criteria
Essential
Ability to perform a range of routine and specialised lung function tests without supervision, including: o Full lung function testing, airway challenge testing, respiratory muscle assessment o Home sleep studies o The application of therapeutic NIV and CPAP o Clinical assessments for home oxygen (LTOT/AOT) Perform laboratory maintenance, calibration and quality control procedures Excellent interpersonal skills Seeks opportunities for further professional and personal development and responsibilities. Highly developed skills in the use of medical equipment. Ability to clinically interpret lung function tests. Ability to communicate technical information to colleagues and patients/carers using appropriate language Capable of supervising/training less experienced members of staff and prioritising conflicting workloads Confident and competent to act appropriately in emergencies and in the event of a significant clinical findings Demonstrates highly developed patient skills Reliable and punctual Caring nature with empathy skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Capable of working independently within the job description. Organised and methodical approach to work with attention to detail Mature attitude Confident at liaising with medical/nursing/technical/admin and clerical staff Takes responsibility for personal professional development, developing skills in highly specialised areas. 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. 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. For help with your application, contact:
Dr Julie Lloyd julie.lloyd3@uhb.nhs.uk 01214247229 Pay scheme
Agenda for Change Band
Band 6 Salary
£37338.00 to £44962.00 Yearly Contract
Permanent Working pattern
Full-Time, Flexible Working Reference number
304-9002851 Job locations
Good Hope Hospital Rectory Rd Sutton Coldfield West Midlands B75 7RR
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Job summary
Are you looking to start 2025 with a new professional challenge? If you are seeking a role that rekindles the enthusiasm that brought you into healthcare science, a move to Good Hope Hospital could be the perfect opportunity. We are recruiting an enthusiastic and highly motivated individual to join our team in a friendly department. We offer a full range of services that include NIV and CPAP, home oxygen assessment, a developing CPET service and a full range of lung function testing. Main duties, tasks & skills required
You will take an active part in the running of a busy department, supporting junior team members and working closely with the respiratory multi-disciplinary team. You will take a lead role in the lung function testing aspect of the service and will be encouraged to develop new skills to support your professional development. There are opportunities for involvement in NIV, Sleep, CPET and Home Oxygen along with audit, research and quality improvement projects. You should hold a BSc in Clinical Physiology or an equivalent qualification. Possession of relevant professional qualifications (ARTP Practitioner or equivalent) is essential. You should be eligible for the RCCP or HCPC registration. Applications for the Band 6 post require a minimum of 1 year's post qualification experience, but less experienced applications will be considered as a developmental role. About us
We are recognised as one of the leading NHS Foundation Trusts in the UK. Our vision is to Build Healthier Lives, and we recognise that we need incredible staff to do this. Our commitment to our staff is to create the best place for them to work, and we are dedicated to: Investing in the health and wellbeing of our staff, including a commitment of offering flexible working where we can; Offering our staff a wide variety of training and development opportunities, to support their personal and career development objectives. UHB is committed to ensuring that our staff are treated fairly and feel that they belong, by creating a kind and inclusive environment. This is about equity of opportunity; removing all barriers, including discrimination and ensuring each individual member of staff reach their true potential, achieve their ambitions and thrive in their work. This is more than words. We are taking action. Our commitment to an inclusive culture is embedded at all levels of the organisation where every voice is heard, driven by our diverse and active staff networks, and at Board level by the Fairness Taskforce led by our CEO. We nurture a culture which empowers staff to challenge discriminatory behaviours and to enable people to bring their 'whole self' to a kinder, more connected and bold place to work. University Hospitals Birmingham is a Smoke-Free premises hospital. Job description
*Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description* Person specification
Qualifications
Essential
BSc in Clinical Science/Physiology or relevant scientific degree e.g. Scientist Training Program (STP) ARTP/BTS Part I and Part 2 Assessment/ ARTP Practitioner examination or equivalent experience Registered/eligible for the AHCS voluntary register or HCPC Statutory register Experience
Essential
>1 year as a qualified and registered Respiratory Clinical Physiologist or completion of Scientist Training Program (STP) Specialist training/experience in areas of advanced respiratory and sleep measurement e.g. respiratory sleep studies/ non-invasive ventilation / oxygen therapy Supervision of junior staff Knowledge of respiratory diseases and their effects on respiratory function Knowledge of specialised respiratory investigations Knowledge of sleep disorders, their associated investigations and therapeutic interventions used to treat these conditions. Additional Criteria
Essential
Ability to perform a range of routine and specialised lung function tests without supervision, including: o Full lung function testing, airway challenge testing, respiratory muscle assessment o Home sleep studies o The application of therapeutic NIV and CPAP o Clinical assessments for home oxygen (LTOT/AOT) Perform laboratory maintenance, calibration and quality control procedures Excellent interpersonal skills Seeks opportunities for further professional and personal development and responsibilities. Highly developed skills in the use of medical equipment. Ability to clinically interpret lung function tests. Ability to communicate technical information to colleagues and patients/carers using appropriate language Capable of supervising/training less experienced members of staff and prioritising conflicting workloads Confident and competent to act appropriately in emergencies and in the event of a significant clinical findings Demonstrates highly developed patient skills Reliable and punctual Caring nature with empathy skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Capable of working independently within the job description. Organised and methodical approach to work with attention to detail Mature attitude Confident at liaising with medical/nursing/technical/admin and clerical staff Takes responsibility for personal professional development, developing skills in highly specialised areas. 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. 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. For help with your application, contact:
Dr Julie Lloyd julie.lloyd3@uhb.nhs.uk 01214247229 Pay scheme
Agenda for Change Band
Band 6 Salary
£37338.00 to £44962.00 Yearly Contract
Permanent Working pattern
Full-Time, Flexible Working Reference number
304-9002851 Job locations
Good Hope Hospital Rectory Rd Sutton Coldfield West Midlands B75 7RR
#J-18808-Ljbffr
