Respiratory Physiotherapist

Job Description

Currently, we have an excellent opportunity for a specialist Respiratory Physiotherapist to join a specialist neurological care service supporting adults with complex respiratory and neurological needs.

This is an exciting opportunity to provide expert respiratory physiotherapy to individuals with tracheostomies, long-term ventilation requirements and complex conditions. You will play a key role in optimising respiratory function, preventing avoidable deterioration and promoting high-quality, person-centred care.

Working as the respiratory clinical lead, you will provide clinical leadership and guidance to the wider multidisciplinary team, contribute to service development and support staff through training and coaching.

Salary: £44,990 per annum
Position: Respiratory Physiotherapist
Hours: Full-Time
Setting: Neurological / Specialist Respiratory Care
Location: Hertfordshire

Your key responsibilities will be;

• Conduct comprehensive respiratory and airway assessments for residents with complex clinical needs.
• Provide specialist tracheostomy care, including cuff management and decannulation planning.
• Support invasive and non-invasive ventilation, including troubleshooting and weaning.
• Deliver respiratory interventions including suctioning, cough assist and positioning strategies.
• Develop personalised respiratory care plans based on individual clinical needs.
• Work collaboratively with nursing, medical, speech therapy and wider multidisciplinary teams.
• Lead respiratory clinical practice, training, audits and continuous service improvement.

For this role, we’re looking for someone who has;

• HCPC registration as a Physiotherapist with a recognised physiotherapy qualification.
• Experience supporting patients with tracheostomies and ventilation requirements.
• Strong respiratory management skills, including suctioning and secretion management.
• Ability to recognise and respond effectively to respiratory emergencies.
• A minimum of one year’s post-qualification physiotherapy experience.

What benefits are on offer?

• 33 days annual leave, including bank holidays.
• Additional birthday day off.
• Option to purchase additional annual leave.
• Career development and professional training opportunities.
• Wellbeing support and employee benefits platform.
• Life assurance and pension contribution.
• Blue Light Card and employee discounts.

What can Athona offer you?

• Experts in the healthcare sector offering a professional and supportive service
• Nationwide vacancies available in the NHS, Charities, Social Enterprises and private sector
• Support from start to finish, including negotiations on terms and onboarding
• Overseas support for candidates not familiar with the UK
• A supportive team who truly care about your career
• Support beyond placement, ensuring your new role meets your career goals

Interested? Simply apply above today to enjoy these excellent career prospects and reap the rewards of making a real difference to others, every day.

If you are interested in learning more about this job role or any other opportunities through Athona, get in touch with Lewis on 01277 245909 or drop an email to permanent@athona.com.