An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and enthusiastic Healthcare Scientist to join the Respiratory and Sleep Sciences Department at University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust (UHCW), a recognised UHCWi Centre of Excellence.
This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a dynamic, forward-thinking team delivering high-quality diagnostic and clinical services across respiratory and sleep pathways. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting service delivery, patient care, and ongoing service development within a busy and progressive department.
Closing Date: Please be advised that this job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Please apply for this job as soon as you can, if interested.
Successful applicants will be required to provide an immunisation and vaccination report, from either their current UK occupational health provider or their UK GP.
Key Responsibilities
Undertake routine and specialised lung function testing in accordance with departmental and national standards
Perform calibration and quality control procedures on all respiratory laboratory equipment
Support the clinical supervision, training, and development of less experienced staff
Maintain and update own professional knowledge and competencies in line with professional requirements
Contribute to departmental research, audit, and service improvement initiatives
About You
The successful candidate will be:
A forward-thinking and dynamic individual
Committed to delivering high standards of patient-centred care
Able to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
Enthusiastic about continuous professional development and innovation
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.
We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.
Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.
We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence® designated organisation – please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence ® - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk)
By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.
The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.
Participate in the standard setting for all routine test procedures performed and equipment used, including participation in the development of standard operating procedures.
Contribute to the maintenance of safe working practices within the department, ensuring compliance with all Health and Safety legislation, other relevant legislation and Trust policies.
Contribute to the day to day running of the department, including appointment provision and stock control.
Undertake specified administrative tasks, under supervision, for development within an agreed personal development plan.
Plan and prioritise own work load.
For further details of the role please see the attached job description.
