Paediatric Respiratory Physiologist

University Hospitals Sussex; Worthing; On-site; GBP 31,000 - GBP 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS organization is seeking a Clinical Respiratory Technician to join their team in Worthing. The role involves undertaking respiratory assessments for both children and adults, ensuring high standards of care and reporting are met. Candidates should have experience with spirometry tests and relevant qualifications such as a BSc in Clinical Physiology or equivalent. This position offers flexible working hours and a comprehensive support structure for staff.

Qualifications

• Experience performing spirometry tests.
• Experience in complex lung function tests.
• ARTP Part I and Part II qualifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and undertake diagnostic respiratory assessments.
• Provide high-quality clinical reports and interpretations.
• Facilitate student development through teaching.

Skills

Spirometry

Clinical assessment

Communication

Education

BSc Clinical Physiology/Science or NVQ Level 5 Healthcare or Registered Nurse with NMC

Tools

Plethysmography

Blood gas analysis

Job description

Job overview

Main area: Paediatric & Adult Clinical Respiratory Technician. Grade Band 5. Contract Permanent. Hours: 37.5 hours per week (full time or part time; flexible/part-time considered).

Employer: University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust. Site: Southlands, Shoreham-by-Sea. Salary: £31,049 - £37,796 per annum. Closing date: 23/02/2026 23:59.

About us

At UHSussex we’re proud to be at the heart of the NHS. We are a large acute trust to deliver Excellent Care Everywhere for patients, staff and communities. We value compassion, inclusion and respect, and support staff wellbeing and flexible working where possible.

Job overview

We have an opportunity for an experienced Registered Nurse or Physiologist to join our Community, Diagnostic Centre (CDC) department. The role involves planning and undertaking a range of diagnostic respiratory assessments, with a degree of responsibility and autonomy, in both paediatric and adult patients in accordance with ARTP or ERS/ATS criteria where applicable. The candidate must have previous experience performing Spirometry tests. Paediatric experience is not essential as training will be provided. The successful candidate will analyse and interpret a wide range of diagnostic tests, maintain up-to-date clinical knowledge, obtain accurate results, and maintain professional development and registration.

Main duties of the job

• Provide cross-cover to other hospital sites as required.
• Facilitate students and others to develop competence through supervision, teaching and role modelling.
• Assist in setting department objectives in line with Unit, Corporate and National objectives.
• Ensure safe systems of work and compliance with Health and Safety legislation and Trust policies.
• Undertake risk assessments and report significant problems and hazards to Respiratory specialty management.
• Communicate with staff at all levels and external stakeholders as required.
• Undertake audit and governance duties within lung function services.
• Maintain databases and records and produce timely statistical reports on workload.
• Participate in MDTs or Respiratory meetings.
• Ensure information is accurately recorded in clinical systems and that statistical data is correctly coded.

Working for our organisation

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we aim to deliver Excellent Care Everywhere. We have staff networks, offer buddy support for new members, and are Disability Confident (Level 3) and Veteran Aware.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Perform procedures listed as an independent practitioner and provide high-quality clinical reports and interpretations for the following diagnostic tests:

• Measurement of static lung volumes by whole body plethysmography
• Reversibility testing
• Gas transfer measurements
• FeNO measurements
• 6 minute walk test
• Respiratory muscle strength assessment
• Blood gas analysis via capillary blood gas
• Support the CPET clinic at Worthing Hospital once a week
• Export and analyse data for interpretation
• Construct reports based on test reason
• Provide physiological interpretations on reports
• Troubleshoot equipment and staffing to ensure efficient service
• Any other tests as deemed necessary by the Site Lead

This role may be eligible for visa sponsorship under UKVI Skilled Worker route where criteria are met.

Person specification

Qualifications/Experience

• BSc Clinical Physiology/Science or equivalent, or NVQ Level 5 Healthcare, or Registered Nurse with NMC
• Experience performing spirometry
• Experience in Paediatrics (training provided)
• Experience in complex lung function tests
• ARTP Part I and Part II

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

• Evidence of championing diversity in previous roles
• Evidence of personal development to improve understanding of equalities issues

Important information for applicants: We encourage you to apply promptly; some adverts may close early due to high interest or capped applications. Flexible working options can be discussed with the recruiting/line manager.

DBS checks: A Disclosure and Barring Service check is required where the role is eligible. We operate in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.

Skilled Worker Visa: Applications for Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome for roles that meet eligibility. Visit gov.uk for details. It is the applicant’s responsibility to confirm eligibility.

Further information

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