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NZ - Respiratory Physiologist, Part-time (0.8 FTE) ongoing, Hastings Hospital, Hawkes Bay, Closes: 09/01/2022
We have an exciting opportunity for a qualified Respiratory Physiologist/Scientist to join our Respiratory Laboratory at Hawke's Bay Fallen Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital, Hastings on a part-time, permanent basis. We deliver a wide range of respiratory testing. The department is staffed by one charge physiologist with administration support delivering a high-quality service to our patients. We work closely with the respiratory physicians and undertake diagnostic testing in adults for GPs and other medical departments.
 
Our ideal candidate will have excellent attention to detail and great communication skills with team members and patients and the ability to cope with busy workloads. Being flexible is a must. We are looking for someone who can perform all respiratory diagnostic tests independently, to a high standard and has an interest in quality control, service development and possibly sleep physiology. You will also need to have current registration and hold an annual practising certificate with the New Zealand Clinical Physiologists Registration Board.
 
About Hawkes Bay DHB
 
Hawke’s Bay has a diverse population of 162,000 people in both urban and remote rural areas. Services are primarily provided at Hawke's Bay Fallen Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital, Hastings which has a 400 bed capacity - one of the largest provincial hospitals in New Zealand.
 
Hawke’s Bay has much to offer. Situated on the east coast of the North Island, you’ll enjoy the stunning climate and beaches, a wide range of sporting and leisure opportunities, wine, food and cultural activities. An environment and work/life balance that is second to none. 
 
 
For more information contact Nikki Ryniker-Doull, Clinical Nurse Manager ph (06) 878 8109, ext 6172 or email: [email protected]
NSW - Respiratory Scientist (x2 position), x1 Part-time, x 1 Full-time, Ongoing, Sydney Respiratory Specialist Group, Closes: 21/01/2022

Respiratory Scientist /lung function 

Part-Time/Full-time Permanent

Sydney Respiratory Specialist Group

Respiratory Scientist Permanent Part-Time 

 

Sydney Respiratory Specialist Group is a busy, well-established specialist practice located in Sydney’s Upper North Shore. Our practice is based on personalised and holistic patient care and you will be an integral part of the process. 

You will be working in a friendly, supportive and collaborative environment which will draw on your skills and enthusiasm.

 

At Sydney Respiratory, we provide expert care on a wide range of respiratory and sleep conditions including asthma, COPD, bronchiectasis,  interstitial and environmental lung diseases, respiratory failure and sleep disorders. The largest group of patients are lung cancer, pre-op post-op assessments and post-operative rehabilitation patients. We have an experienced physiotherapist working onsite with a large number of bronchiectasis and interstitial lung disease patients coming to our clinic.

 

Our Respiratory Scientists play a vital role in our service delivery to patients and practitioners.

 

An exciting opportunity currently exists for an experienced, enthusiastic and well organised Respiratory Scientist to join our team to replace our well-loved senior scientist who moved on to a full-time public hospital position. 

 

This position is a full-time position for 5 days of the week and a part-time position for 2-3 days a week.

 

The successful applicant will perform specialised tests including complex lung function and bronchial challenge testing in accordance with laboratory protocols. The role facilitates and promotes patient safety and quality of care while practising as a Respiratory Scientist in accordance with the Australian and New Zealand Society of Respiratory Science (ANZSRS) policies and guidelines.

The ability to perform Cardio-pulmonary Exercise testing is an added advantage but not essential.

 

Detailed Summary of Duties

  • Operate and maintain equipment within the lab per laboratory manufacturer’s procedures. This includes Calibration, quality control, preventative maintenance, basic troubleshooting and infection control/cleaning prior to and after each patient.
  • Work in accordance with the laboratory procedures manual and international guidelines
  • Achieve accurate, reliable and repeatable measurements of a patient’s respiratory function
  • Analyse, calculate and present the results for reporting
  • General lab administration duties
  • Maintaining stock levels & consumables.

Essential Criteria

  • Bachelor of Science in Physiology/Exercise Science or equivalent qualification
  • Current member of ANZSRS
  • Effective written and interpersonal communication skills
  • Commitment to working effectively within a team environment
  • Attention to detail

If you possess the attributes and skills required, please forward your resume and cover letter to [email protected] [link removed] addressing the essential criteria. 

 

Remuneration is based on experience. 

 

Applications close Friday 21st January 2022.

 

Only candidates who meet the above criteria will be shortlisted and invited for an interview.

 

Annual Salary: 79,000- 96,000 AUD/ depending on experience

 

To discuss the position further / organise a visit to our clinic please contact

 

Ms Danielle Favetti: (Practice/Operational Manager) on 0411499493

Dr Samantha Herath: [email protected]