Associate Respiratory Physiologist

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

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Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic , self-motivated Respiratory Associate Practitioner to join our busy department. This post will be split between the The Princess Royal Hospital, Telford, The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital sites and the new Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC) which will be based at Hollinswood House, Telford. The Cardio-respiratory floor of the CDC is due to be operational Spring 2024 and will be an extension of services currently only provided at the hospital sites.

The successful applicant will need experience in dealing with the general public, ideally in a healthcare setting. Excellent IT and communication skills are essential. As is the ability to remain calm and professional under pressure, in the sometimes challenging role.

The funding for this post is to support improvements in Lung Cancer pathways by increasing access to diagnostics. Banding will depend on training/qualifications (B3 or B4). You will be performing respiratory diagnostic tests including Pulmonary Function tests and supporting the CPAP service. You will also support our other support staff in some of our basic Cardiorespiratory tests. You will be expected to cover all hospital environments when on the hospital sites, and work independently when at the CDC.

Main duties of the job

Perform Pulmonary Function Tests, Spirometry, Polysomnography including all measurements.
Generating a Pulmonary Function Test summary.
Recognise signs and symptoms of urgent Respiratory abnormalities and take steps to support patients as necessary.
To undertake basic Spirometry interpretation after sufficient training.
Communicate accurate procedure results to appropriate clinical staff.
Recognise equipment faults and errors, take first-line action to correct them and report to senior staff as necessary
Contribute to the hygiene and cleanliness of equipment and work area.
Assist in activity audit and clinical data collection through maintenance of database entry and filing systems.
Assist in the stock maintenance of consumable items.
Answer enquiries from hospital staff, patients, carers, general practice and the public or direct such enquiries to more senior staff or other staff groups.
Ability to plan and prioritise patients to ensure a clinic list runs smoothly. For example accommodating in-patients into a busy outpatient clinic list.
Advise and reassure patients and or carers before and during investigation.
Communicate complex information, e.g. test procedure, to the elderly, children and those with learning or physical disabilities.
Assist in the administration of the department e.g. prioritising requests, managing appointments
Undertake other reasonable duties at the request of senior staff

About us

Join us at The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust, where our passion for excellence drives everything we do.

We're on a mission to provide high quality, safe care to our patients, in an environment our incredible staff are proud to work in.

Our vision, 'To provide excellent care for the communities we serve,' is not just a statement; it's a promise we live by every day. Guided by our core Values - Partnering, Ambitious, Caring, and Trusted - we're determined to make a real difference in the lives of those who matter most: our patients and their families.

If you're ready to be part of a team that's dedicated to continuous improvement, come join us and let's make a difference together!

The CDC is a national initiative to improve diagnostic service provision. The aim is to increase diagnostic capacity and reduce health inequality by providing a single point of access to a range of services. Your role will be part of the Cardio-respiratory Department.

Date posted

28 August 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£25,147 to £27,596 a year per annum/pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

6 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

223-ARP-630

Job locations

RSH, PRH, CDC (Hollinswood House, Stafford Park).

Mytton Oak Road

Shrewsbury

SY3 8XQ

Job description

Job responsibilities

For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

5 GCSEs at grades 9 - 4 including Maths and English (or equivalent)

Desirable

Spirometry accreditation or ARTP part 1
Science based qualification

Experience

Essential

Patient facing NHS experience
Experience of working within a multidisciplinary team

Desirable

Experience of working with respiratory patients
Cardiorespiratory diagostic experience
Experience performing Spirometry

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

5 GCSEs at grades 9 - 4 including Maths and English (or equivalent)

Desirable

Spirometry accreditation or ARTP part 1
Science based qualification

Experience

Essential

Patient facing NHS experience
Experience of working within a multidisciplinary team

Desirable

Experience of working with respiratory patients
Cardiorespiratory diagostic experience
Experience performing Spirometry

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).

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