Respiratory Physiologist

Darent Valley Hospital is an Acute general hospital serving patients from the expanding communities of West Kent. Our Division is the largest in the Trust and we are looking to expand the Respiratory Services team with this role.

We are looking for a dynamic and innovative physiologist to join our busy, expanding Respiratory physiology department. You would be part of the respiratory services team which consists of other Respiratory Specialists practitioners.

The post Holder should have a science based degree or equivalent in Physiology. The post holder should have ARTP Part 1 (Minimum) and be enrolled on the RCCP register or working towards this.

The post holder should be competent and have relevant clinical experience in performing dynamic and relaxed spirometry (including reversibility), gas transfer tests and helium dilution. To have the ability to manage multiple and varied tasks with enthusiasm and prioritise workload with attention to detail.

The post holder will work collaboratively with the Senior Respiratory Physiologist, Respiratory Consultants, specialist nurses and practitioners across the specialty and Trust as a whole.

We are committed to being an inclusive and diverse employer. We strive to employ people who reflect the communities we serve, and aim to create an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential. Whatever your race, ethnicity, belief, generation, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, disability or experience, you'll appreciate the opportunities we give you to work in an inclusive atmosphere. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences to build on the progress we've achieved to make our Trust diverse and the best place to work. We celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that help us overcome challenges and embrace new possibilities. We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant Pledge and have a commitment to the Armed Forces Community.

We are dedicated to using our Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) approach as our shared organisation model of change to enhance our services and ensure excellence in patient care.