Chief Respiratory Physiologist

Closing date: 06 August 2026

Job summary
We are looking for an experienced and motivated Respiratory Physiologist to join our Lung Function service. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled professional to contribute to the effective delivery of the department while providing high-quality, patient-centred care.

In this role, you will work closely with the Consultant Lead and multidisciplinary team to support the smooth and efficient running of the service. You will be responsible for implementing and interpreting local and national policies, maintaining clinical standards, and contributing to service quality and improvement initiatives.

You will support colleagues and junior team members through shared learning, training, and day-to-day collaboration, helping to foster a positive and high-performing team environment.

You will also contribute to service development and improvement projects, supporting the delivery of integrated care pathways across the local community. Your insight and expertise will help strengthen and enhance the service.

This position is ideal for an experienced respiratory physiologist with strong clinical skills, a commitment to innovation, and a passion for improving patient outcomes.

***this advert may close early, subject to high application numbers***

Main duties of the job

• Perform unsupervised, all routine techniques within the lung function laboratory. To include Spirometry, FeNO, lung volumes, TLco, plethysmography and reversibility testing.
• Perform unsupervised, the following complex procedures: Histamine challenge, cardiopulmonary exercise testing, respiratory muscle assessment, fitness to fly assessment, sleep studies, long term oxygen assessment and Capillary blood gasses.
• Ensure data quality by undertaking equipment calibration and quality control for all tests performed within the laboratory
• Ensure the technical quality of assessment complies with published national guidelines.
• Ensure compliance with all aspects of legal and ethical obligations.
• Act as an expert Physiologist within the specialist area, working with clients who may have complex social problems and who come from a culturally diverse background and independently manage potentially distressing, stressful or emotional situations in an empathetic manner.
• Provision of CPAP (currently caseload is over 3000 patients) and support for those on Bi-level ventilation.
• Provide technical and clinical advice on diagnostic measurements to Multi-disciplinary clinical teams, to enable further development of individual Care-plans and devise and provide expert training, advise and education to Allied Health professionals (AHP's), GP's, Consultants and voluntary agencies as and when required.

About us
Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing and flourishing organisation serving the population of Hackney, East London, The City and beyond.

We are extremely proud of the fact that Homerton Hospital has recently attained the highest possible rating of "Outstanding" from the Care Quality Commission (CQC).

Our integrated Trust provides comprehensive hospital and community health services for its local population and a range of specialist services for a wider group of patients. In addition, the Trust manages services out of St Leonard's Hospital and the Mary Seacole Nursing Home.

Homerton aims to ensure equality and value diversity, and we are committed to inclusion for all of our staff. This is reflected in our policies, procedures and People Plan. All of our staff are expected to embody our Trust values at all times.

We are also committed, through our Fair Recruitment Standards, to ensuring all applicants are treated fairly.

Homerton has a proud tradition of supporting and developing its staff, including its well-regarded and valued nursing community, and all staff are able to take advantage of a great range of benefits.

Homerton is proud to have been included on the HSJ & Nursing Times Best Places to Work list.

Details
Date posted: 23 July 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: 7
Salary: £58,133 to £65,261 a year pro rata p.a. incl.
Contract: Fixed term
Duration: 12 months
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 293-EMRS2-0602
Job locations: Homerton Healthcare NHS Trust, Homerton Row, Homerton, E9 6SR, United Kingdom

Person Specification
Education / Qualification
Essential

• BSc (Hons) in Respiratory physiology or equivalent ARTP accreditation
• Registration with AHCS Masters in physiology or relevant field or equivalent experience gained through undertaken physiology roles

Desirable

• ECDL qualification Training and assessment qualification
• ARTP 1 and 2 certificates Management Qualification

Skills/ Abilities
Essential

• Excellent organisation and prioritisation skills including ability to work to deadlines
• Experience of research and audit together with presentation skills
• Good interpersonal skills, verbal and written communication including report writing and explaining complex information
• Ability to deal sensitively and courteously with patients, visitors and staff
• Ability to build effective relationships with a range of clinical and non-clinical staff

Desirable

• Experience performing full Polysomongraphy studies
• Project management skills
• Research skills
• Leadership skills

Experience
Essential

• Minimum of four years post registration experience on NHS band 6 level in respiratory physiology.
• Management and development of clinical protocols
• Knowledge and experience of delivering therapeutic CPAP and sleep clinics
• Experience of teaching / mentoring staff.

Desirable

• Experience of managing conflict and resolving complaints

Knowledge
Essential

• Knowledge/understanding of confidentiality issues

Desirable

• EPR knowledge
• Knowledge of NHS performance requirements

Trust Values, Equal Opportunities and Other Requirements
Essential

• Understanding and demonstration of the Trust Values
• Commitment and adherence to equality, diversity and inclusion

Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details
Employer name: Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Address: Homerton Healthcare NHS Trust, Homerton Row, Homerton, E9 6SR, United Kingdom
Employer's website: Apply through our website

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Head of Respiratory Physiology
Rama Gorrela
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