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Job summary

Bank Respiratory Physiologist | Outpatient Department | Spire Bushey Hospital | Private Hospital | Flexible Working / Bank | North London / Hertfordshire

Spire Bushey Hospital are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Respiratory Physiologist to join our established department on a flexible working contract.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a high-performing clinical team, delivering outstanding patient care through the provision of high-quality respiratory diagnostic services.

At Spire Healthcare, caring is our passion, and our vision is to be recognised as a world class healthcare business. Were committed to looking after people, both patients and colleagues.

Spire Bushey Hospital is one of North London and Hertfordshires leading private hospitals, with an excellent reputation for delivering high quality private hospital treatment. All of our consultants are highly experienced and many enjoy national and international reputations. The hospital offers a premium service in key areas of complex healthcare including orthopaedics, neurology, spinal, general, cardiac care, and gynaecology.

Spire Bushey Hospital forms part of a 4 site portfolio, and is supported by and works alongside Spire Bushey Diagnostic Centre, Elstree Cancer Centre and Spire Pathology Centre based on Centennial Park in Elstree - just 5 minutes from the main hospital site.

Main duties of the job

As a Respiratory Physiologist, you will be responsible for delivering a comprehensive respiratory diagnostic service, including:

• Performing and interpreting a full range of routine respiratory investigations.
• Conducting Full Pulmonary Function Tests (PFTs) including:
• Slow Spirometry
• Forced Spirometry
• Gas Transfer Testing (DLCO)
• Body Plethysmography (Body Box)
• Respiratory Muscle Strength Testing (MIP/MEP and SNIP)
• Bronchodilator Reversibility Testing
• Fractional Exhaled Nitric Oxide (FeNO) Testing
• Six Minute Walk Tests
• Assessing patients and obtaining relevant clinical information to support diagnosis and treatment planning.
• Explaining procedures clearly to patients, obtaining informed consent and providing reassurance throughout the investigation process.
• Monitoring patient wellbeing during diagnostic procedures and responding appropriately to any complications or concerns.
• Interpreting and documenting test results accurately, communicating significant findings to the wider clinical team as required.
• Maintaining accurate patient records in line with departmental, clinical and regulatory requirements.
• Ensuring all respiratory diagnostic equipment is maintained, calibrated, quality assured and compliant with infection prevention and control standards.
• Working collaboratively with consultants, nursing teams and multidisciplinary colleagues to deliver excellent patient outcomes.
• Promoting best practice, patient safety, equality and dignity in all aspects of care delivery.

Job description

Who we're looking for?

• BTEC Ordinary National Certificate in Medical Physics and Physiological Measurement (or equivalent qualification).
• Previous experience working as a Respiratory or Clinical Physiologist.
• Competent in performing and interpreting a broad range of respiratory diagnostic investigations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a compassionate and patient-centred approach.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage a varied caseload effectively.
• Awareness of relevant professional standards, health and safety requirements and infection prevention practices.
• IT literate and comfortable using clinical systems and Microsoft Office applications.

Benefits:

We offer employees a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:

• Bank colleagues are paid weekly
• Access to Spire Healthcare pension
• Access to Blue Light Card discounts
• Smartspending discounts (in addition to Blue Light discounts) via Spire for You
• Wellbeing Centre access via Spire for You'
• Full induction, including mandatory training updates
• Opportunities for further training and progression into permanent posts
• Knowledge, support and guidance through your recruitment journey from Spires specialist Resourcing Team
• We offer competitive rates to our bank colleagues who work on a flexible basis, often to cover busy periods, sickness or annual leave.
• Free parking on site.

Our Values:

We are extremely proud of our heritage in private healthcare and of our values as an organisation:

• Driving clinical excellence
• Doing the right thing
• Caring is our passion.
• Keeping it simple
• Delivering on our promises
• Succeeding and celebrating together

We commit to our employees well-being through work life balance, on-going development, support and reward.

Spire Healthcare is a leading independent healthcare group in the United Kingdom, running 38 hospitals and over 50 clinics across England, Wales and Scotland. It provides diagnostics, inpatient, day case and outpatient care, operates a network of private GPs and provides workplace health services to over 800 corporate clients. It also delivers a range of private and NHS mental health, musculoskeletal and dermatological services.

Spire Healthcare are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture for all. Our people are our difference, its their dedication, warmth and pursuit of excellence that sets Spire Healthcare apart.

About us

Spire Bushey Hospital is one of North London and Hertfordshire's leading private hospitals, with an excellent reputation for delivering high quality private hospital treatment. All of our consultants are highly experienced and many enjoy national and international reputations. The hospital offers a premium service in key areas of complex healthcare including orthopaedics, neurology, spinal, general, cardiac care, and gynaecology.