Job Description

These posts come with the opportunity to start on a Band 3 trainee post and with successful completion of the apprenticeship, relevant training and experience, it will allow the opportunity to progress towards the Band 4 Associate Practitioner role.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for Trainee Associate Respiratory Practitioner posts based in the the Respiratory Physiology Unit at Glenfield Hospital in Leicestershire.
If you are scientifically minded with appropriate qualifications and have experience of working with the general public this is an ideal opportunity for you to train and develop alongside completing a Level 4Respiratory Apprenticeship.
These posts require individuals to be scientifically minded, enthusiastic, motivated and possess excellent communication and organisational skills as well as a keen eye for detail, and the ability to accurately record and input information. The trainee practitioner will be responsible for performing routine spirometry, full pulmonary function tests, reversibility studies, ambulatory blood pressure monitoring and sleep diagnostics . They will also be expected to undertake administrative work and infection prevention within these clinical areas. No previous experience is necessary as full training will be given, however, the successful candidate should demonstrate an understanding of the role. Therefore all interested candidates are strongly encouraged to visit the department.
Main duties of the job

• The job holder will undertake a range of respiratory, sleep and BP investigations to a high standard.
• To assist more senior colleagues in other areas of physiological measurements i.e. cardio-pulmonary exercise testing
• To undertake the maintenance and stock control of patient equipment the department provides i.e. nebulisers, CPAP, NIV
• Ensure all equipment and resources are maintained to required standards and adhere to both Health and Safety and Infection Prevention policies
• Responsible for ensuring the technical accuracy of equipment, maintaining quality test procedures and producing accurate reports

About us
Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).
We have four primary goals:

• high-quality care for all,
• being a great place to work,
• partnerships for impact, and
• research and education excellence

And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.
Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:

• we are compassionate,
• we are proud,
• we are inclusive, and
• we are one team

This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.
About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:
http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/
Details
Date posted
29 May 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
xc2xa324,625 to xc2xa325,674 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
358-7143029-RRC
Job locations
Glenfield Hospital
Groby Road
Leicester
LE3 9QP
Job description
Job responsibilities

• Involved with maintaining clinical standards, evidence based practice within the speciality.
• Assist with clinical supervision and training of technical staff and other professionals, across disciplines.
• Measurement of routine spirometry with reversibility studies and FeNO
• Measurement of full lung function testing
• Perform blood gas analysis to assess patients respiratory status
• The issue and download of 24hour ambulatory blood pressure monitors, to patients that are being assessed for hypertension, or that may need their medication adjusting
• The setting up of and the issue of overnight sleep studies, to assess for conditions such as obstructive sleep apnoea
• Prepare patients and assist more senior practitioners/physiologists with cardiopulmonary exercise testing on adult patients
• Assist in the oesophageal and ano-rectal laboratory, setting up equipment incorporating aseptic techniques in preparation for measurements, assisting during the procedure and cleaning all reusable equipment according to local protocols at the end of the procedure.
• To maintain and ensure the accuracy of all equipment databases (i.e. TIARA, AirView) used within the equipment maintenance room, including the preventative maintenance of equipment
• To troubleshoot equipment faults and, if required, to organise equipment repair in order to maintain an efficient service
• Deal with queries that come to the equipment maintenance room, within the scope of the role
• Oversee the quality assurance of the departments resus trolley and ordering of consumables
• To actively participate in the sharing of skills and experience associated with each specialty aiding the spread of good practice throughout the team
• Facilitate a culture of quality, continuous innovation, improvement and productivity within the specialty, through the process of continuing professional development (CPD)
• Ability to multi-task and cope with constant change and interruptions.
• Act accordingly when exposed to distressing or emotional circumstances when dealing directly with patients and/or their relative

Job description
Job responsibilities

• Involved with maintaining clinical standards, evidence based practice within the speciality.
• Assist with clinical supervision and training of technical staff and other professionals, across disciplines.
• Measurement of routine spirometry with reversibility studies and FeNO
• Measurement of full lung function testing
• Perform blood gas analysis to assess patients respiratory status
• The issue and download of 24hour ambulatory blood pressure monitors, to patients that are being assessed for hypertension, or that may need their medication adjusting
• The setting up of and the issue of overnight sleep studies, to assess for conditions such as obstructive sleep apnoea
• Prepare patients and assist more senior practitioners/physiologists with cardiopulmonary exercise testing on adult patients
• Assist in the oesophageal and ano-rectal laboratory, setting up equipment incorporating aseptic techniques in preparation for measurements, assisting during the procedure and cleaning all reusable equipment according to local protocols at the end of the procedure.
• To maintain and ensure the accuracy of all equipment databases (i.e. TIARA, AirView) used within the equipment maintenance room, including the preventative maintenance of equipment
• To troubleshoot equipment faults and, if required, to organise equipment repair in order to maintain an efficient service
• Deal with queries that come to the equipment maintenance room, within the scope of the role
• Oversee the quality assurance of the departments resus trolley and ordering of consumables
• To actively participate in the sharing of skills and experience associated with each specialty aiding the spread of good practice throughout the team
• Facilitate a culture of quality, continuous innovation, improvement and productivity within the specialty, through the process of continuing professional development (CPD)
• Ability to multi-task and cope with constant change and interruptions.
• Act accordingly when exposed to distressing or emotional circumstances when dealing directly with patients and/or their relative

Person Specification
Training and Qualifications
Essential

• GCSE Mathematics, English Language or literature and a science subject at grade C or Grade 4 or above
• Demonstrates a commitment to further learning and personal development

Desirable

• Basic life support in adults

Experience
Essential

• Experience of working with the general public
• Clear demonstration of knowledge of what the post involves

Planning and organisation skills
Essential

• Good organisational skills, methodical
• Able to manage time effectively and prioritise workload
• Ability to work under pressure and to meet deadlines. This includes planning a broad range of complex activities
• Attention to detail

Skills
Essential

• Able to work as a team

Desirable

• IT Proficient

Person Specification
Training and Qualifications
Essential

• GCSE Mathematics, English Language or literature and a science subject at grade C or Grade 4 or above
• Demonstrates a commitment to further learning and personal development

Desirable

• Basic life support in adults

Experience
Essential

• Experience of working with the general public
• Clear demonstration of knowledge of what the post involves

Planning and organisation skills
Essential

• Good organisational skills, methodical
• Able to manage time effectively and prioritise workload
• Ability to work under pressure and to meet deadlines. This includes planning a broad range of complex activities
• Attention to detail

Skills
Essential

• Able to work as a team

Desirable

• IT Proficient