Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust

Respiratory Physiologist - Royal Brompton Hospital

The closing date is 30 November 2025

Job summary

We are seeking an enthusiastic individual to join our dynamic team in this renowned department. As a valued member, you will actively participate in conducting a diverse array of physiological tests under supervision. These tests encompass a broad spectrum, ranging from full lung function tests with body plethysmography, to cardiopulmonary exercise tests, as well as provocation tests, hypoxic inhalation tests, and more.

In addition to your clinical duties, you will play a crucial role in supporting research endeavours within our Clinical Research Unit. This involvement will entail performing physiological measurements for various research projects.

Main duties of the job

Responsibilities include:

  • Conducting physiological tests under appropriate supervision.
  • Ensuring accurate and informative results from patients and other test subjects, and creating comprehensive test reports.
  • Implementing all necessary quality control procedures within the department, including personal biological control procedures.

About us

We are a dedicated team of 16 individuals driven by our passion for physiology and our commitment to delivering exceptional services to our patients. Alongside our primary responsibilities, we maintain an active interest in research and continually strive for professional development, particularly in the realm of scientific careers within the NHS.

Details

Date posted

19 November 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£37,259 to £45,356 a year p.a. Inclusive of HCA

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

196-LIS10075D

Job locations

Brompton Hospital

Fulham Road

London

SW3 6NP


Job description

Job responsibilities

Main Tasks & Responsibilities:

Patient/Client Care:

  • Perform physiological tests under supervision.
  • Participate in research projects and extended hours lung function rota.
  • Maintain quality control procedures and assist with equipment maintenance.
  • Assist with respiratory tests on hospital wards.
  • Ensure cleanliness of departmental areas and equipment.
  • Adhere to infection control policies.

Physiological Tests:

  • Conduct routine and specialized tests including lung volume measurements, bronchodilator tests, gas transfer measurements, and more.
  • Implement trust policies and protocols within the department.
  • Assist in service development through audits and research trials.

People Management:

  • Engage in the trust appraisal process and pursue continuous professional development.
  • Communicate effectively with patients, colleagues, and other members of the trust.
  • Supervise patients during tests and discuss results with discretion and patient confidentiality.

Resource Management:

  • Safely use complex equipment and report faults.
  • Monitor stock levels and ensure routine maintenance.

Information Management:

  • Ensure proper storage of patient data.

General:

  • Attend mandatory training courses and adhere to Trust policies.
  • Perform any other duties assigned by the departmental Lead Physiologist.

Additional Sections:

  • Adhere to Trust's Core behaviors and policies.
  • Undertake any other duties as requested.

Note: This job description is subject to regular review and amendment in consultation with the post holder

Job description

Job responsibilities

Main Tasks & Responsibilities:

Patient/Client Care:

  • Perform physiological tests under supervision.
  • Participate in research projects and extended hours lung function rota.
  • Maintain quality control procedures and assist with equipment maintenance.
  • Assist with respiratory tests on hospital wards.
  • Ensure cleanliness of departmental areas and equipment.
  • Adhere to infection control policies.

Physiological Tests:

  • Conduct routine and specialized tests including lung volume measurements, bronchodilator tests, gas transfer measurements, and more.
  • Implement trust policies and protocols within the department.
  • Assist in service development through audits and research trials.

People Management:

  • Engage in the trust appraisal process and pursue continuous professional development.
  • Communicate effectively with patients, colleagues, and other members of the trust.
  • Supervise patients during tests and discuss results with discretion and patient confidentiality.

Resource Management:

  • Safely use complex equipment and report faults.
  • Monitor stock levels and ensure routine maintenance.

Information Management:

  • Ensure proper storage of patient data.

General:

  • Attend mandatory training courses and adhere to Trust policies.
  • Perform any other duties assigned by the departmental Lead Physiologist.

Additional Sections:

  • Adhere to Trust's Core behaviors and policies.
  • Undertake any other duties as requested.

Note: This job description is subject to regular review and amendment in consultation with the post holder

Person Specification

Knowledge/Qualifications

Essential

  • Scientific knowledge acquired to Clinical Physiology BSc or equivalent.

Skills

Essential

  • Familiar with using computer software packages to analyse complex data.
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills
  • Evidence of following protocols or procedures to complete tasks

Desirable

  • Evidence of innovation skills

Experience

Essential

  • Evidence demonstrated of application of a good scientific background
  • Has worked within a team environment

Desirable

  • Previous Lung Function experience either during study or employment
Person Specification

Knowledge/Qualifications

Essential

  • Scientific knowledge acquired to Clinical Physiology BSc or equivalent.

Skills

Essential

  • Familiar with using computer software packages to analyse complex data.
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills
  • Evidence of following protocols or procedures to complete tasks

Desirable

  • Evidence of innovation skills

Experience

Essential

  • Evidence demonstrated of application of a good scientific background
  • Has worked within a team environment

Desirable

  • Previous Lung Function experience either during study or employment

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 (Opens in a new tab).

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 (Opens in a new tab).

Additional information

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 (Opens in a new tab).

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 (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name

Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Brompton Hospital

Fulham Road

London

SW3 6NP


Employer's website

https://www.guysandstthomas.nhs.uk/careers/careers.aspx (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Brompton Hospital

Fulham Road

London

SW3 6NP


Employer's website

https://www.guysandstthomas.nhs.uk/careers/careers.aspx (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Lead Respiratory Physiologist

Cara Roberts

c.roberts2@rbht.nhs.uk

03301288049

Details

Date posted

19 November 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£37,259 to £45,356 a year p.a. Inclusive of HCA

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

196-LIS10075D

Job locations

Brompton Hospital

Fulham Road

London

SW3 6NP


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