Clinical Respiratory Physiologist

We are an organisation that places importance and pride on being clinically led and prioritise developing clinical leaders. We are looking for an enthusiastic colleague to join our team working to deliver physiologist led, efficient, safe, and patient centred care in Lung Function testing. We are particularly keen to hear from candidates with an interest to support the Lung Targeted Health Check programme that is being launched April 2024 and whom will be able to support our Community Diagnostic Centre at Bexhill.
Our department has exciting times ahead with innovative projects to deliver one-stop clinic experiences for patients to help support the reduction of waiting lists for urgent and suspected cancer pathways. Lung function testing is central to this. The lung function team is a highly developed team with new trainee members and with the imminent introduction of CPET testing within the department. We would welcome experienced individuals that wish to thrive in a innovative environment., To provide and contribute to the day to day running of a highly specialist clinical service at the Bexhill CDC.
To independently undertake a range of routine and advanced diagnostic tests, procedures and provide specialist advice to clinicians and colleagues as required
To analyse and interpret lung function test results and to explain their meaning clearly to patients and carers.
To be responsible for the daily operation of the lung function laboratory in accordance with clinical governance and waiting time requirements. This includes accurately recording all activity in a timely fashion, and ensuring that results are uploaded onto the electronic patient record.
To perform competently and without supervision and interpret the following respiratory investigations in accordance with ARTP/BTS guidelines. Ø Spirometry and flow volume loops Ø Reversibility studies Ø Measurement of static lung volumes (via helium dilution and body plethysmography) Ø Single breath gas transfer Ø Field exercise tests Ø Hypoxic challenge tests Ø Respiratory muscle assessments- SNIP, MIP, MEP Ø Capillary blood gas measurements Ø Overnight oximetry Ø Fractional exhaled nitric oxide measurements Ø CPET (Service development) Ø Capnography Ø Challenge testing Ø Skin prick allergy testing., + The healthcare provider of first choice for the people of East Sussex.
Our mission is to:
+ Deliver better health outcomes and an excellent experience for everyone we provide with healthcare services.
Our strategic objectives are to:
+ Improve quality and clinical outcomes by ensuring that safe patient care is our highest priority.
+ Play a leading role in local partnerships to meet the needs of our local population and improve and enhance patients' experiences.
+ Use our resources efficiently and effectively for the benefit of our patients and their care to ensure our services are clinically, operationally and financially sustainable.
Our aims are that all services delivered by the Trust are:
+ Safe
+ Effective
+ Caring
+ Responsive and
+ Well led

We are one of the largest organisations in East Sussex with an annual income of £568 million and we are the only integrated provider of acute and community care in Sussex.
Our extensive health services are provided by over 7,000 dedicated members of staff working from two acute hospitals in Hastings and Eastbourne, three community hospitals in Bexhill, Rye and Uckfield, over 100 community sites across East Sussex, and in people's own homes.
In 2020 the Care Quality Commission (CQC) rated us as 'Good' overall, and 'Outstanding' for being Caring and Effective. The Conquest Hospital in Hastings and our Community Services were rated 'Outstanding' and Eastbourne DGH was rated 'Good' Our two acute hospitals have Emergency Departments and provide 24 hour a day care, offering a comprehensive range of surgical, medical, outpatient and maternity services, supported by a full range of diagnostic and therapy services.
In the summer of 2020, the Trust launched its ambitious 'Building for our Future' (BFF) programme. This once in a lifetime programme aims to redevelop and expand our hospitals at Eastbourne, Hastings and Bexhill, transforming the environment in which we provide care for generations to come.

A wide range of staff benefits are available to our staff including staff development, enrolment in the NHS pension scheme, auto-enrolment to our Temporary Workforce Service, access to nurseries at EDGH and Conquest, staff restaurants and on-site staff accommodation.
In addition to an internal Occupational Health department, all staff also have access to free psychological support through our confidential Employee Assistance Programme which is available to staff 24 hours a day 7 days a week. Onsite parking is available from only £30 a year.
There has never been a better time to join East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust, submit your application today.