Apprentice Associate Respiratory Physiologist

NHS

Full-time Bio & Pharmacology & Health
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Location
liverpool, england, United-Kingdom
Posted
June 29, 2026

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Provide support to senior respiratory physiologists in performing spirometry, reversibility testing, lung volumes and TLCO.
  • Assist with CPET (diagnostic and preโ€‘operative) and run independent spirometry clinics at local health centres.
  • Attend university courses to become AHCS registered associate practitioner.
  • Participate actively in clinical physiology service provision, performing duties either directly or under supervision as required.
  • Work independently on direct patient care within departmental and national guidelines.
  • Perform spirometry in unsupervised areas and assist with CPET setโ€‘up and exercise tests.
  • Use the Respiratory Lab sterilisation and cleaning SOP; under direct supervision assist with airway challenges.
  • Be BLS trained, perform unsupervised full studies, and work on a shift system including unsocial hours as necessary.
  • Lead, teach and organise the depa...