Clinical Physiologist, Respiratory Investigation Unit
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- Northern Sydney Local Health District
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- REQ562961 Requisition #
An exciting opportunity exists for a scientist with a strong interest in respiratoryphysiology and commitment to high quality respiratory measurement to join theRespiratory Investigation team at Royal North Shore Hospital (RNSH).
Employment Type: Temporary Part Time until 11 March 2027 (with possibility of ongoing employment)
Position Classification: Scientific Officer
Remuneration: $37.04 - $52.83 per hour
Hours Per Week: 8
Requisition ID: REQ562961
Who we are: We are a health service that touches thousands of lives across the Northern Sydney Local Health District, together as a team of like-minded people. We are passionate, driven and have the skills and knowledge to care for our patients whilst creating the best services possible. Our teams have meaningful, interesting and rewarding work everyday. We challenge and nurture each other, sharing our knowledge and experience so that we can deliver better care for everyone There’s a real sense of belonging here because we value and respect our patients, employees, and teams’ voices. You’ll feel a real privilege being a trusted caregiver in our patients, their families, their carers, and our communities’ lives.
NSLHD is proud of our diverse and inclusive workplaces, a place where health care professionals can thrive and feel they belong. We are committed to ensure that all our people feel respected and participate safely within a work environment without aggression, sexual harassment, discrimination and racism.
Where you'll be working
Respiratory Investigation Unit at Royal North Shore Hospital
What you'll be doing
The Respiratory Scientist is responsible for the provision of high quality care to patients. The position performs a range of respiratory investigations appropriate for the diagnosis and management of patients with respiratory diseases. They are expected to be knowledgeable in the procedures, methodology and theory pertaining to respiratory function testing and take responsibility for routine diagnostic tests and are expected to appraise the results in order to ensure accurate data recording and reporting.
People of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander background are encouraged to apply.
Candidates will need to meet the following criteria:
- Degree in Science from an approved university or college of advanced education requiring a minimum of three years full-time study or such qualifications as the employer deems equivalent.
- Demonstrated knowledge and experience in respiratory function measurement, preferably in Spirometry, lung volumes, diffusing capacity for carbon monoxide, exercise testing and bronchial provocation tests. Experience in collecting Arterial Blood Gas samples desirable.
- Commitment to the principles of quality management and continuous quality improvement and to identify, develop and implement quality and service improvement activities.
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For role related queries or questions contact David Chapman on David.Chapman@health.nsw.gov.au
This is a NSW Health Category A position which requires immunisation and screening for certain diseases. The full list of requirements are outlined in the NSW Health OASV Policy . You will be required to complete the OASV Undertaking/ Declaration Form and TB Assessment Tool during the recruitment process. Please upload this with your application along with any other vaccination evidence that you may have.
Applications Close: 3 April 2025
