Paediatric Respiratory Sleep/LTV Physiologist
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Job overview: University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us. Please see below for detailed job description of the role.
What You’ll Do
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
* You will help manage the inpatient and home sleep service in coordination with the Sleep & Respiratory Technicians and the Sleep Physiologists.
* You will organise and run clinics where families are trained to use home sleep study equipment and analyse and provide specialist interpretation of the sleep study results for the Respiratory clinicians.
* On two scheduled (according to rota) nights per month you will also run ‘LTV titration’ sleep studies. On these nights you will admit patients, apply sleep study sensors, monitor physiologic signals, and adjust ventilator settings according to a prescription and standardised protocols.
* Assist in the management of the waiting list for inpatient studies and coordinate the study dates and diary management for this group of patients.
* Training on procedure, policies, equipment and software will be provided.
What We’re Looking For
We are looking for an enthusiastic physiologist with formal training to a BSc or equivalent level, or with very specific equivalent training and experience in a Respiratory or Sleep Laboratory or similar clinical environment. You must have:
* the ability to communicate with a wide range of people in a variety of settings
* the ability to work independently, assessing and intervening as necessary to ensure patient safety
* the ability to work with respiratory equipment and troubleshoot problems
* good organisation skills and effective time management
* the ability to work flexibly across various shifts, including nights
Essential criteria
* Scientific knowledge acquired through formal training to Healthcare Science BSc (Respiratory) or equivalent level, or specific equivalent training and experience
* Experience working in a Respiratory or Sleep Physiology Laboratory or similar clinical environment
* Experience working with children
* Ability to communicate with a wide range of people in a variety of settings
* Ability to work as part of a Multidisciplinary team
* Ability to work independently, assessing and intervening as necessary to ensure patient safety
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills
* Able to use initiative, prioritise and deliver agreed objectives
* Understanding of personal accountability
* Computer literate
* Ability to adjust to pressures of the job and deal with stressful situations
* Good organisation skills and effective time management
* Willingness to undertake further training
* Ability to work flexibly to meet needs of service, including night shifts
* Aware of personal/professional limitations
Desirable criteria
* Relevant clinical experience
* Knowledge and understanding of carrying out sleep studies
* Experience in care and maintenance of respiratory and sleep equipment, including ventilators
Seniority level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Health Care Provider
Industries
* Hospitals and Health Care
We are committed to providing a flexible working environment and to building a diverse, inclusive team. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences to join us in delivering high-quality care.
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