Job summary
Job Title: Apprentice Respiratory Clinical Physiologist
Hours: 37.5 hours per week to work flexibly between Monday to Friday
Contract: Annex 21 (70% of Band 5 whilst training) 3 yr fixed term contract
Department/Area: Respiratory and Sleep Physiology Department
Responsible and accountable to: Principal Respiratory Clinical Physiologist
This is a rare and exciting opportunity to complete a BSc (Hons) Degree Apprenticeship in Healthcare Science, Respiratory Physiology with GHNHSFT. Once completed you will be enabled to register as a Respiratory and Sleep Physiologist.
Main duties of the job
To work as a member of the Respiratory Physiologist team undertaking basic diagnostic testing and implementing and progressing treatment protocols/plans within agreed limitations.
To support the physiology team with administration, clerical and housekeeping duties. The Apprentice will be expected to complete the elements of the Healthcare Science Practitioner (Respiratory Physiology) apprenticeship Level 6 over a 3 year timeframe.
About us
The Lung function service is provided by a team of respiratory physiologists, practitioners and administrative staff who perform diagnostic testing and treatment assessments for people with respiratory and sleep diseases. We work at both Gloucestershire Royal Hospital and Cheltenham General Hospital.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To undertake basic respiratory and sleep assessments, including full explanation to the patient of the tests carried out & their purpose
To identify problems, potential complications and contraindications and refer back for assessment by a qualified Physiologist when necessary.
To use clinical reasoning skills to agree functional goals and develop and evaluate the treatment plan. Lead, educate and encourage patients in required test techniques, explaining the need for full co-operation and maximum effort in performing these tests by demonstrating the same physical effort and enthusiasm.
To use verbal and non-verbal communication tools to communicate effectively with patients/carers.
Draw on theoretical knowledge and practical experience to decide on the most appropriate course of action.
Assess each patient in terms of the appropriateness/ potential risks of performing the requested tests and acting accordingly.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To undertake basic respiratory and sleep assessments, including full explanation to the patient of the tests carried out & their purpose
To identify problems, potential complications and contraindications and refer back for assessment by a qualified Physiologist when necessary.
To use clinical reasoning skills to agree functional goals and develop and evaluate the treatment plan. Lead, educate and encourage patients in required test techniques, explaining the need for full co-operation and maximum effort in performing these tests by demonstrating the same physical effort and enthusiasm.
To use verbal and non-verbal communication tools to communicate effectively with patients/carers.
Draw on theoretical knowledge and practical experience to decide on the most appropriate course of action.
Assess each patient in terms of the appropriateness/ potential risks of performing the requested tests and acting accordingly.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE: Grade C (4) or above in English Language, Mathematics and Double Science
- A-level: Grade C or above in Chemistry or Biology, and a pass in another science subject.
- Equivalent qualifications or professional experience may also be accepted.
Communication
Essential
- Contribute to the assessments, management of patients using accurate clinical and technical written documentation and verbal communication
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE: Grade C (4) or above in English Language, Mathematics and Double Science
- A-level: Grade C or above in Chemistry or Biology, and a pass in another science subject.
- Equivalent qualifications or professional experience may also be accepted.
Communication
Essential
- Contribute to the assessments, management of patients using accurate clinical and technical written documentation and verbal communication
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.
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
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).
