Job summary
A fantastic opportunity to join the Respiratory Physiology Department at the Bristol Royal Infirmary has arisen.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone interested in developing a career in respiratory physiology and gaining experience within a specialist respiratory service. Full training will be provided, including the performance and interpretation of basic lung function tests, the use of lung function equipment and patient administration systems.

This role will support the wider Respiratory team at the Bristol Royal Infirmary in caring for and managing a range of patients with a variety of lung conditions, by assessing their lung function.

Main duties of the job
Key responsibilities include:

• Participating in the provision of Respiratory Physiology services at Bristol Royal Infirmary and South Bristol Community Hospital for patients referred for Lung Function assessment via GP, Surgical specialties, Bristol Royal Infirmary wards and outpatient services
• Responsible for supporting an efficient and high-quality service in the field of Respiratory Physiology
• Providing the very best care and efficient treatment of patients during their visit to the department
• Performing a range of routine lung function procedures to a high level of competence, including; spirometry +/- bronchodilator responsiveness, fractional exhaled nitrous oxide (FeNO) testing, six-minute walk tests and assisting in cardiopulmonary exercise tests
• Working closely with senior physiology staff, medical teams, and administrative colleagues
• Responding to patient needs and queries and ensuring a safe, comfortable environment.
• Undertaking clinical preparation, cleaning, and equipment management tasks
• Completing a variety of administrative duties including managing emails and phone messages, scanning and uploading documents, preparing clinics, and arranging therapeutic equipment

About us
Bristol NHS Foundation Trust brings together more than 28,000 staff to deliver over 160 clinical services across thirteen hospital locations, operating from three main sites at Southmead, Bristol city centre and Weston.

With an annual turnover of £2.3 billion, we are now one of the largest NHS trusts in the United Kingdom. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer.

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust values all people as individuals. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge.

Person Specification
Essential

• 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) grade A-C, or grade 4-9 including English and Mathematics
• NVQ 3, A-levels Grades A*-C or equivalent in relevant subject
• Experience of working with the general public
• Use of computers, including Microsoft Office
• Able to participate in frequent light to moderate physical effort (moving patients in wheelchairs, frequent standing, kneeling or sitting in a restricted position)
• Able to deal with distressing and/or emotional circumstances, with occasional exposure to highly distressing and emotional circumstances and frequent exposure to unpleasant working conditions (body odour, sputum) with occasional exposure to hazards (verbal aggression)
• Ability to work autonomously and effectively under pressure with a high attention to detail and problem-solving skills whilst adhering to policies and seeking guidance where necessary
• Flexible and adaptable to meet evolving service demands while remaining informed about key changes within the NHS
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Team player
• Able to communicate with a wide range of people from patients to healthcare professionals

Desirable

• Customer Service training
• Evidence of continuing professional development
• Experience of working in a healthcare setting
• Experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary/multi-skilled team
• Experience of stock management and ordering
• Demonstrates a theoretical understanding of basic respiratory tests, alongside the practical capability to perform them accurately

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.

Closing date: 18 November 2026
Reference number: 387-MED7897-DY
Pay scheme: Agenda for change, Band 3
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Part-time
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