Highley Specialised Respiratory Physiologist
| Posting date: | 29 January 2026 |
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| Salary: | £47,810.00 to £54,710.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £47810.00 - £54710.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 12 February 2026 |
| Location: | Plymouth, PL6 8DH |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | C9216-26-0132 |
Summary
PRIMARY DUTIES & AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY 1. Work autonomously to manage own patient caseload, this includes undertaking non-medical clinics, domiciliary visits and outreaching into other hospitals. 2. Working unsupervised in providing complete lung function service, being required to make decisions within authorisation levels, adhering to Trust Policy and Procedures. 3. Write Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) based on interpretation of national and professional guidelines and evidence-based practice. 4. Clinically prioritise referrals. Plan and prioritise own workload, based on factors such as clinical need, co-ordinating clinical activities with other professionals, as necessary. 5. Assess referral forms for suitability and contra-indications, liaise with clinicians on appropriate tests for patient and use own judgement with regard to patient capability and health. 6. Using specialist machines perform a range of highly complex lung function tests including cardio-pulmonary exercise tests. 7. Interpret test results and make informed decision to administer broncho-dilator drug in accordance with protocols. 8. Undertake a range of sleep studies, oximetry, capnography and polysomnography. 9. Review results, identify and perform any other relevant tests or discuss further tests with clinician. 10. Independently assesses sleep patients including those referred directly from other professionals including GPs, orders, undertakes testing before establishing CPAP treatment if required. Note This job description is neither definitive nor exhaustive and is not intended to be totally comprehensive. It may be reviewed in the light of changing circumstances following consultation with the post holder. This job description is to be read in conjunction with all current Plymouth Hospitals NHS Trust policies, procedures & guidelines.