Specialist Respiratory Physiologist

Job description

Job responsibilities

Key Result Areas & Performance:Respiratory Function The provision of a full routine lung function testing service in adults for University Hospital Lewisham, outpatient clinics, wards and local GPs and patient homes. To be able to perform a wide range of diagnostic tests and procedures including capillary blood gas monitoring, spirometry, reversibility studies, gas transfer measurement, body plethysmography, fractional exhaled nitric oxide measurement, overnight pulse oximetry, muscle function tests including SNIP, MIP/MEP, supine/seated vital capacity. Performing the more specialised test procedures that the department offers, without supervision. These include bronchial provocation testing, Long Term Oxygen assessments, 6 Minute Walk tests, ambulatory oxygen assessments and assessment for fitness to fly. Involvement in the development and evaluation of new tests and techniques and evaluation of the performance of new equipment. Calculating patients results and preparing reports. Responsibility for the accuracy of all results. The interpretation and reporting of results for physicians and General Practitioners.LGT Jan 2014 Responsible for routine maintenance, calibration and quality control of all laboratory equipment. Liaising with manufacturing companies and service staff when faults cannot be corrected locally. Assisting patients with their personal needs.Sleep Investigation The provision of an overnight oximetry service. Downloading overnight oximetry studies independently. The interpretation and reporting of overnight oximetry results. Contacting referring department to highlight abnormal results. Maintaining equipment and sending for repairs when needed.Work force Responsible for the supervision of more junior technical staff. Involvement in the teaching of both theory and practice of lung function to GPs, medical students, nurses and work experience students. Responsible for the calibration and quality control of all laboratory equipment Responsible for stock control of laboratory consumables. Responsible for stock control of drugs. Responsible for maintenance of cardiac arrest trolleys within the department. Responsible for collection of activity data. Answering the telephone, assisting with patient or staff queries, calling porters and making enquiries to companies regarding stock.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• A Clinical Physiology BSc or equivalent e.g. HNC + relevant specialist respiratory physiology courses.

Desirable

• ARTP Part 1 & 2 or equivalent are desirable.

Experience

Essential

• A minimum of 2 years post qualification experience as a respiratory physiologist
• The post holder should be eligible for registration with the RCCP or AHCS.
• Extensive experience of providing a full range of lung function tests
• Competent in the analysis and interpretation of results. ? Ability to train and supervise junior staff

Desirable

• Experience of performing more specialised tests such as hypoxic challenge and bronchial challenge tests

Knowledge

Essential

• Well-developed interpersonal skills
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Evidence of continued professional development of self and other health care professionals
• Organisational skills

Desirable

• Knowledge of research and audit

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Ability to work under pressure and exercise judgment when dealing with inquires
• Able to work as part of a team and on own initiative.
• An ability to demonstrate respect for patients' dignity and confidentiality
• Enthusiasm and positive attitude to work LGT Jan 2014 Ability to work with individuals from a multicultural and diverse community
• To be flexible with respect to working hours

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

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Employer details

Employer name

Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust

Address

University Lewisham Hospital- Suite 5

Lewisham High Street

London

SE13 6LH

Employer's website

https://www.lewishamandgreenwich.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)