Advanced Clinical Respiratory Physiologist | Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Advanced Clinical Respiratory Physiologist (Band 7) Full-time (37.5 hrs)

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiasticRespiratory Physiologistto join our busy and dynamic team atBedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

Our Respiratory Physiology service delivers a wide range ofroutine and complex respiratory diagnostic investigations, alongside a busysleep and home ventilation service.

We are seeking a highly motivated individual with excellent interpersonal skills. You must have aminimum of five years’ experienceworking as a Clinical Respiratory Physiologist, with the ability to work under pressure, prioritise your workload effectively, and contribute positively to a team environment. You will also be expected to support the development of junior staff. Evidence ofcontinuing professional developmentand experience across a broad range of respiratory diagnostic investigations is essential.

Applicants must hold aBSc in Clinical Science/Physiology or equivalent, along with appropriate prior experience at Senior Clinical Respiratory Physiologist level.Eligibility for RCCP/AHCS registration is essential.

This is afull‑time position. Informal enquiries are welcome and can be directed to the Head of Service,Rachel Geary, Senior Chief Clinical Respiratory Physiologist, on01582 718440.

The post holder will undertake a wide range ofhighly specialist diagnostic respiratory investigations, providing expert and clinically accurate reports in accordance with local and national guidelines. They will deliver advanced knowledge and skills across a broad spectrum of respiratory investigations and communicate results effectively within the multidisciplinary team.

They will providetraining and supportto all relevant members of the MDT in the delivery of both routine and complex respiratory investigations. The post holder will work closely with respiratory consultants, specialist nurses, and other medical colleagues, offering clinical leadership and contributing to ongoing service development. They will also provideexpert domiciliary NIV knowledge and trainingto the wider MDT, working in partnership with the Lead Sleep and Home NIV clinician.

The role includes facilitating theefficient and effective management of resourceswithin the respiratory physiology service, as well as contributing to both the strategic development and daily operational management of the department.

The post holder will act as aclinical role model, serving as a resource for staff and demonstrating a strong commitment to evidence‑based practice and clinical excellence to ensure the highest standards of patient care.

They will ensure that all services delivered meetnational clinical standardsand align with the strategic aims of the Trust.

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Both hospital sites offer key services such as A&E, Obstetrics-led Maternity and Paediatrics. You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available.

We not only recruit based on qualifications and experience - we recruit individuals who demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. We achieve this by using values based recruitment. We are dedicated to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone, we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and creating a culture that values differences.

Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering first 6 months in post. Travel between hospital sites may be required. Please review all documents attached to ensure you familiarize yourself with all requirements of the job.

TheAdvanced Clinical Respiratory Physiologistrole is designed for an individual with expert knowledge and extensive experience in performing and reporting both routine and complex respiratory and sleep diagnostic investigations. The post holder will also deliver a structured in‑house training programme, supporting the development of competencies in respiratory and sleep measurement techniques.

As an integral member of the Respiratory Physiology team, the post holder will demonstrate strong leadership and managerial skills on a daily basis. They will provide mentorship and guidance to the Respiratory Physiology workforce and offer support to the Deputy and Senior Chief Clinical Respiratory Physiologists.

The post holder will play a key role in delivering thecardiopulmonary exercise testing (CPET)service, leading CPET sessions and demonstrating advanced analytical and reporting skills.

They will provide line management to Clinical Respiratory Physiologists, offering visible, high‑level leadership and ongoing support.

The role also includes supporting theSleep Service, including full polysomnography studies, and holding specialist responsibility for the domiciliary CPAP/NIV service, ensuring its smooth and effective operation.

Please refer to the attached JD file.

This advert closes on Wednesday 27 May 2026