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Healthcare Scientist/ Science Practitioner - Respiratory

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Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

3d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid Level
  • Science
    Healthcare
  • Manchester

AI generated summary

  • You must have respiratory physiology experience, perform complex diagnostics, ensure data quality, supervise juniors, support training, and demonstrate commitment to high-quality care.
  • You will perform lung function tests, CPET, sleep analysis, and oxygen assessments; ensure data quality, supervise junior staff, and contribute to team provision of care.

Requirements

  • Job Requirements:
  • Experience as a respiratory physiologist.
  • Ability to perform a range of routine and highly complex diagnostic procedures on adults with a broad spectrum of pathology.
  • Excellent opportunities for continuous professional development.
  • Capability to ensure data quality by undertaking equipment calibration and quality control for all tests performed within the laboratory.
  • Experience providing supervision of junior staff and assisting in teaching and mentorship of trainees.
  • Willingness to contribute to the provision of training and supporting the PTP and the STP.
  • Demonstrated commitment to high-quality care in diagnostic services.
  • Ability to work autonomously.

Responsibilities

  • You will contribute to the provision of high-quality care when performing lung function, CPET, sleep analysis, oxygen assessment, treatment and supporting the wider MDT.
  • You will act as an autonomous practitioner providing diagnostic services for the trust. Responsible for the day to running of the service.
  • To perform a range of routine and highly complex diagnostic procedures on adults with a broad spectrum of pathology, in an outpatients environment.
  • Ensuring data quality by undertaking equipment calibration and quality control for all tests performed within the laboratory.
  • Provide supervision of junior staff and assist in teaching and mentorship of trainees.
  • You will be required to contribute to this provision.

FAQs

What qualifications are required for the Healthcare Scientist/ Science Practitioner - Respiratory position?

Candidates should have experience as a respiratory physiologist and relevant qualifications in healthcare science.

What experiences are preferred for this role?

The role is ideally suited for an experienced respiratory physiologist looking to enhance their skills and contribute to a developing department.

What types of procedures will I be responsible for?

You will perform a range of routine and highly complex diagnostic procedures such as lung function tests, CPET, sleep analysis, and oxygen assessments.

Is continuous professional development supported?

Yes, continuous professional development is strongly encouraged, and there are excellent opportunities to enhance your skills and knowledge.

Will I have the opportunity to supervise junior staff?

Yes, you will provide supervision of junior staff and assist in teaching and mentoring trainees.

How is the department involved in training?

Our department actively delivers training and supports the PTP and STP programs, and you will be required to contribute to this training provision.

What is the size of the organization I will be working for?

You will be working for MFT, England’s largest NHS Trust, which serves 1 million patients annually and employs 28,000 staff.

Does MFT value collaboration and transformation?

Yes, MFT champions collaborative working and transformation, setting high standards that other Trusts seek to emulate.

What new systems has MFT recently implemented to improve operations?

MFT has introduced the Hive Electronic Patient Record system as part of its efforts to enhance clinical quality and operational effectiveness.

How does MFT approach sustainability in healthcare?

MFT is embarking on a new Green Plan aimed at making healthcare more sustainable and addressing environmental responsibilities.

Who should I contact for more information or informal visits?

For further details or to arrange an informal visit, you can contact Martina Lambert, Service Manager, at Martina.Lambert@mft.nhs.uk or call 0161 291 2499.

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Science & Healthcare
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Mission & Purpose

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the UK, employing over 20,000 staff. We are responsible for running a family of nine hospitals across six separate sites, providing a wide range of services from comprehensive local general hospital care through to highly specialised regional and national services. We are the main provider of hospital care to approximately 750,000 people in Manchester and Trafford and the single biggest provider of specialised services in the North West of England. We are also the lead provider for a significant number of specialised services including Breast Care, Vascular, Cardiac, Respiratory, Urology Cancer, Paediatrics, Women’s Services, Ophthalmology and Genomic Medicine.