Deputy Sleep Physiology and Educational Lead

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Respiratory/Sleep Physiologist with experience in team leadership and a strong interest in Sleep.The postholder will share responsibility for the day-to-day and overnight operations of the unit and the line management of the physiology and technologist team. The postholder will also support and oversee existing departmental patient care, including overnight limited and full polysomnography (PSG), continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) and non-invasive ventilation (NIV) therapy, and home diagnostics such as oximetry and actigraphy studies. Additionally, the role includes mentoring and assessing Level 4 and Level 6 respiratory apprentices.Flexible working patterns are available, including a hybrid model of remote and on-site working. Twilight shifts (13:30–21:30) or participation in the evening on-call rota may be required.This is a leadership role within the team, focusing on service development and expansion, as well as providing day-to-day supervision and support. The postholder will also oversee and facilitate the training and development of the technical and physiology staff, work alongside external training providers and apprentices, and deputise for the Sleep Physiology Manager when necessary.Rated GOOD overall with outstanding care by the CQC. A specialist NHS hospital providing life-changing reconstructive surgery, burns care and rehabilitation services across the South of England and beyond.A centre of excellence, with an international reputation for pioneering advanced techniques and treatments. Everything we do is informed by our passion for providing the highest quality care and the best clinical outcomes.At QVH we are proud of our achievements and our specialist services continue to record excellent clinical outcomes for patients. We regularly receive excellent results from patient satisfaction surveys and on average 98% of inpatients say they would recommend the hospital to their family or friends.Our success is underpinned by the skills and enthusiasm of our staff and a strong culture of partnership. We are fully committed to training and development of the workforce with support for continuing education and learning.For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Nisa Pinto Job title: Sleep Physiology Manager Email address: nisa.pinto1@nhs.net Telephone number: 01342 305424