FAQs
What is the job title for this position?
The job title is Apprentice Respiratory Physiologist.
Where will the successful applicant study?
The successful applicant will study at Sheffield Hallam University.
How long does the apprenticeship program last?
The apprenticeship program lasts for 3 years.
What qualification will the apprentice receive upon completion?
The apprentice will gain a BSc (Honours) in Healthcare Science - Respiratory Physiology.
What competencies will the apprentice learn during the program?
The apprentice will learn competencies in sleep, spirometry, Fractional exhaled Nitric oxide (FeNo), full lung function, and Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP).
What is the pay structure during the apprenticeship?
The pay will be adjusted based on the duration of training, starting at 75% of the pay band maximum for the qualified rate and decreasing over time as detailed in the job description.
Where will the apprentice primarily be based?
The apprentice will primarily be based at the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI) but will also work at Furness General Hospital (FGH) and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH).
What hospitals are part of the healthcare system mentioned?
The healthcare system includes Furness General Hospital (FGH), Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH).
Who can be contacted for further details or informal visits regarding this apprenticeship?
Joao Silva, Lead Respiratory Physiologist, and Christine Owen, Lead Respiratory Physiologist, can be contacted for further details. Their emails and telephone number are provided in the job description.
What is the focus of Year 1 study modules in the apprenticeship program?
Year 1 study modules focus on professional practice, anatomy and physiology, fundamentals of healthcare science, and the scientific basis of healthcare science, including cardiovascular and respiratory sciences.
Will the apprentice be required to work full time?
Yes, the successful apprentice will be working full time within the Clinical Investigations Unit when not attending university.