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Junior Assistant Respiratory Sleep Physiologist

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • Healthcare
  • Nottingham

Requirements

  • - Interest in working in a healthcare environment performing respiratory and basic sleep related diagnostic tests with patients
  • - Enjoyment of variety in working day combined with clinical patient testing and some administrative roles specific to the lung function department
  • - Ability to perform some administrative duties related to clinical role
  • - Working with the general public both face to face and on the telephone as part of a team and independently
  • - Ability to be on feet for a long period of the day, therefore a basic level of fitness is essential
  • - Ability to work across the main sites within Nottingham University Hospitals of City Hospital and Queens Medical Centre dependent on service needs

Responsibilities

  • - You will be working in the busy diagnostic lung function and sleep services unit at City or QMC campus where all training is performed in-house to deliver a range of respiratory related breathing tests including the collection and analysis of blood samples.
  • - You will perform some administrative duties related to your clinical role.
  • - You will be working with the general public both face to face and on the telephone as part of a team and independently and you may be on your feet for a long period of the day therefore a basic level of fitness is essential.
  • - There is an expectation that dependent on the service needs, you would be able to work across the main sites within Nottingham University Hospitals of City Hospital and Queens Medical Centre.

FAQs

What is the primary focus of the Junior Assistant Respiratory Sleep Physiologist role?

The primary focus of the role is to perform respiratory and basic sleep-related diagnostic tests with patients, along with some administrative duties within the lung function department.

Where will I be working if I take this position?

You will be working at either the City Hospital or the Queens Medical Centre (QMC) campus within the lung function and sleep services unit.

Is there any opportunity for career development in this position?

Yes, there are further opportunities for career development in this field, including potential degree apprenticeship roles following the completion of relevant in-house and external training competencies.

What type of training will I receive?

All training is performed in-house to equip you to deliver a variety of respiratory-related breathing tests and conduct basic sleep investigations.

Will I be required to work on my feet for extended periods?

Yes, you may be on your feet for a long period during the day, so a basic level of fitness is essential for the role.

What are the work hours like for this position?

The work hours may vary depending on service needs, and you should be prepared to work across the main sites within Nottingham University Hospitals.

How important is teamwork in this role?

Teamwork is very important; you will be working with the general public as part of a team, as well as independently.

Are there any specific qualifications needed to apply for this position?

While the job description suggests an interest in healthcare and relevant competencies are necessary, specific qualifications are not detailed in the description; please refer to the full job description and person specification for more information.

How can I contact someone for informal inquiries about the position?

You can contact Mr. Rupinder Singh, the Head of Lung Function, Sleep + NIV Services, via email at rupinder.singh@nuh.nhs.uk or by phone at 07812269010 for further details or informal visits.

Is diversity valued within the team at Nottingham University Hospitals?

Yes, NUH is a strong believer in diversity and welcomes new ideas to help develop the team, striving for better representation, especially from Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic or Disabled individuals.

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