Band 6 or 7 Respiratory Physiologist- Gateshead

Job Title: Respiratory Physiologist- Gateshead 
Banding: 6 or 7  
Start date: 03/03/2025 
Duration: 9 months 
Location: Gateshead 
Working Hours: Full time 
Rate: £28- £36 per hour

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Respiratory Physiologist to join our dynamic team in Gateshead. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work within a supportive environment, providing high-quality respiratory care to patients. As a Band 6 or 7 Respiratory Physiologist, you will play a crucial role in diagnosing and managing respiratory conditions, contributing to the overall well-being of our patients.

What will your responsibilities be:

In this role, you will be responsible for conducting a range of respiratory tests and assessments, including spirometry, lung volume measurements, and gas transfer tests. You will interpret test results, provide accurate reports, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans. You will be involved in patient education, offering guidance on respiratory health and management strategies. Your expertise will also be essential in maintaining and calibrating respiratory equipment, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.

Qualifications and Experiences:

• Degree in Clinical Physiology or equivalent


• Registration with the relevant professional body (e.g., RCCP or AHCS)


• Proven experience in a similar role, preferably within the NHS


• Proficiency in performing and interpreting a variety of respiratory tests


• Strong communication and interpersonal skills


• Ability to work independently and as part of a team


• Commitment to continuous professional development


• Knowledge of current respiratory care guidelines and best practices

Why work with Pulse? 

From the moment you register with us, our focus is entirely on you. During our first conversation, you’ll quickly see that we understand your specialty inside and out. 

Our expert recruitment consultants are dedicated to finding you the best opportunities and supporting you every step of the way to secure the perfect placement. With our preferred or sole supplier status with many clients, you’ll have access to exclusive opportunities that you won’t find anywhere else. 

We always prioritize your best interests, engaging in meaningful conversations and truly listening to you. You are an individual, a professional—not just a resource. 

Reasonable Adjustments: 

If you consider yourself to have a disability or require any reasonable adjustment during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please highlight this at the earliest opportunity by contacting our team. With this information, we will provide appropriate support to you throughout the process and into your work placement. 

We are unable to support or accept applications from candidates who are residents within the Red or Amber list of the Code of practice for the international recruitment of health and social care personnel in England, based on the World Health Organisation (WHO) Workforce Support and Safeguard List.