Crynodeb o'r swydd
- Prif leoliad
- Healthcare Science - Respiratory and Sleep Physiology
- Gradd
- Band 4
- Contract
- Parhaol
- Oriau
- Llawnamser - 37.5 awr yr wythnos
- Cyfeirnod y swydd
- 387-W&C2941-NG
- Cyflogwr
- Bristol NHS Foundation Trust
- Math o gyflogwr
- NHS
- Gwefan
- Bristol Royal Hospital for Children
- Tref
- Bristol
- Cyflog
- £28,392 - £31,157 per annum, pro rata
- Cyfnod cyflog
- Yn flynyddol
- Yn cau
- 18/10/2026 23:59
- Dyddiad y cyfweliad
- 13/10/2026
Teitl cyflogwr
Associate Paediatric Respiratory and Sleep Physiologist
Band 4
North Bristol NHS Trust (NBT) and University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) have merged as of 1st July 2026 to become Bristol NHS Foundation Trust. This will create an exciting future that brings together the best of both organisations. As a single, strong and sustainable organisation, we will not only be able to deliver better outcomes for our patients and fairer care for our population, but it will also provide greater opportunities for our people.
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Trosolwg o'r swydd
An exciting opportunity has arisen to work at Bristol Royal Hospital for Children in the Paediatric Respiratory and Sleep Physiology team.
We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Band 4 Associate Paediatric Respiratory and Sleep Physiologist to join our friendly multidisciplinary team. The post holder will contribute to the delivery of respiratory physiology testing within the Children’s Hospital, as well as a high-quality sleep study service. It is essential that the successful applicant has knowledge of lung function testing, as well as a good science background preferably with a BSc. in a relevant subject. Excellent attention to detail, organisational skills and a strong desire to pursue a career in respiratory physiology are essential.
We are looking for individuals with enthusiasm, who enjoy working with children, and who are committed to providing a high-quality service in this healthcare science specialism. Previous experience in respiratory or sleep physiology investigations would be highly beneficial, and recent NHS clinical experience is essential. You must be highly motivated, with an ability to work autonomously and as part of a team. You will also need effective communication and interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to adapt to a busy and varied workload.
Prif ddyletswyddau'r swydd
The post holder will be responsible for contributing to an efficient and high-quality service in the field of Paediatric Respiratory Physiology and Sleep Medicine, and for providing the very best care for patients during their inpatient stay or outpatient visit.
- Undertaking a range of lung function investigations with inpatients and outpatients (spirometry, FeNO, nasal NO and bronchodilator response assessments), gaining accurate and clinically valuable measurements.
- Facilitating the provision of sleep study investigations for inpatients and home sleep studies (overnight oximetry, overnight carbon dioxide monitoring and respiratory polygraphy), ensuring high quality data is captured.
- Maintaining equipment to ensure that it is functioning to agreed standards and specifications.
- Training in basic analysis and reporting of sleep studies, following departmental and international standards.
We would very much encourage informal discussions or visits to enable you to find out more about the role and department. Please contact Kate Kilpin ([email protected]), Lead Paediatric Respiratory and Sleep Physiologist for further information. We look forward to hearing from you!
Provisional interview date: Tuesday 13th October.
Gweithio i'n sefydliad
Bristol NHS Foundation Trust brings together more than 28,000 staff to deliver over 160 clinical services across thirteen hospital locations, operating from three main sites at Southmead, Bristol city centre and Weston.
With an annual turnover of £2.3 billion, we are now one of the largest NHS trusts in the United Kingdom. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone’s throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer.
Bristol NHS Foundation Trust values all people as individuals. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we’re meeting our pledge.
Swydd-ddisgrifiad a phrif gyfrifoldebau manwl
Please see the detailed job description and person specification which is an attached document and can be viewed separately.
Manyleb y person
Education and qualifications
Meini prawf hanfodol
- 5 GCSEs or equivalent, grade A – C, including English, Mathematics and Science
- NVQ Level 3 or three A-levels at grades A*– C including a science subject
Meini prawf dymunol
- BSc in a relevant degree
Knowledge, skills and abilities
Meini prawf hanfodol
- Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple conflicting tasks
- Proven competence in performing detailed scientific/technical work
- Ability to problem solve and undertake scientific measurements to documented quality standards
- Ability to work in line with Trust values at all times
- Confident use of computers, including Microsoft Office and relevant clinical or departmental systems
- Knowledge of lung function investigations
Experience
Meini prawf hanfodol
- Experience of working with the general public, including patients and relatives in sensitive situations
- Experience of working in a clinical environment in the NHS
- Experience of working with children
Meini prawf dymunol
- Experience of performing spirometry
- Experience of performing sleep studies
- Experience of working within a multidisciplinary team
- Experience of working in a respiratory and/or sleep physiology service
Personal qualities
Meini prawf hanfodol
- Desire to pursue a career in respiratory or sleep physiology
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Excellent attention to detail
- Ability to work autonomously, recognising limitations and seeking advice where appropriate
- Innovative, willing to participate in practice and policy changes, and excellent ability to work well within a team
- Able to participate in frequent light to moderate physical effort and able to deal with exposure to bodily fluids such as urine or sputum
Gofynion ymgeisio
Mae'r swydd hon yn ddarostyngedig i Orchymyn Deddf Adsefydlu Troseddwyr 1974 (Eithriadau) 1975 (Diwygio) (Cymru a Lloegr) 2020 a bydd angen cyflwyno Datgeliad i'r Gwasanaeth Datgelu a Gwahardd.
Dogfennau i'w lawrlwytho
Rhagor o fanylion / cyswllt ar gyfer ymweliadau anffurfiol
- Enw
- Kate Kilpin
- Teitl y swydd
- Lead Paediatric Respiratory and Sleep Physiologist
- Cyfeiriad ebost
- [email protected]
- Rhif ffôn
- 01173423129
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