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Spirometry Healthcare Assistant
Sentinel Healthcare South West CIC
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 13 - 14 per year
GP/General Practitioner
Job summary Sentinel Healthcare are looking for flexible NHS Band 3 Healthcare Assistants (HCA) or Healthcare Science Assistants to perform spirometry (routine…
28 day(s) ago
Spirometry Healthcare Assistant
Sentinel Healthcare South West CIC
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 13 - 14 per year
GP/General Practitioner
Job summary Sentinel Healthcare are looking for flexible NHS Band 3 Healthcare Assistants (HCA) or Healthcare Science Assistants to perform spirometry (routine…
28 day(s) ago
Spirometry Healthcare Assistant
Sentinel Healthcare South West CIC View all jobs
Posted 28 day(s) ago
Reference: B0222-26-0002
Job summary
Sentinel Healthcare are looking for flexible NHS Band 3 Healthcare Assistants (HCA) or Healthcare Science Assistants to perform spirometry (routine diagnostic lung function tests), manage patient assessments and maintain clinical equipment under indirect clinical supervision.
Main duties of the job
- Perform spirometry
- Prepare patients
- Data management
- Maintain equipment
- Provide other clinical support to respiratory teams
About us
Sentinel Healthcare Community Interest Company (CiC) is owned by shareholders of General Practitioners and Practice Managers in Plymouth. We provide services for patients and medical professionals in Plymouth, South East Cornwall, South Hams, and West Devon.
Our ValuesValuing PeopleWe believe in equality, choice, putting patients first and allowing local medical professionals to develop and thrive in their roles.
Promoting ExcellenceOur work is underpinned by our commitment to promoting excellence and improving the quality of local services.
Efficiency & EqualityWe believe in efficient and equitable use of public resources, which should be distributed universally and fairly.
Behaving With IntegrityA strong sense of professional integrity and personal respect is fundamental to our ethos and corporate values.
Details
Date posted
27 August 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£13.17 to £14.05 an hour
Contract
Bank
Working pattern
Flexible working
Reference number
B0222-26-0002
Job locations
Unit 1, 5 Research Way
Plymouth
Devon
PL6 8BT
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Perform Spirometry: Conduct quality-assured diagnostic spirometry and flow-volume loops, including bronchodilator reversibility testing where trained and authorised via Patient Group Directions (PGD).
- Patient Care: Prepare patients, explain the breathing manoeuvres clearly, ensure accurate physical measurements (height, weight), and monitor patient wellbeing during testing.
- Data Management: Accurately record, upload, and input physiological data into electronic patient record systems.
- Equipment Maintenance: Clean, calibrate, and daily check lung function and diagnostic equipment according to infection control and safety policies.
- Additional Clinical Tasks: Support respiratory teams with spot-check oximetry, FeNO testing, or basic observations (blood pressure, pulse, temperature) as required.
- Ability to move between centres as the project aims to provide spirometry closer to patients home.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Perform Spirometry: Conduct quality-assured diagnostic spirometry and flow-volume loops, including bronchodilator reversibility testing where trained and authorised via Patient Group Directions (PGD).
- Patient Care: Prepare patients, explain the breathing manoeuvres clearly, ensure accurate physical measurements (height, weight), and monitor patient wellbeing during testing.
- Data Management: Accurately record, upload, and input physiological data into electronic patient record systems.
- Equipment Maintenance: Clean, calibrate, and daily check lung function and diagnostic equipment according to infection control and safety policies.
- Additional Clinical Tasks: Support respiratory teams with spot-check oximetry, FeNO testing, or basic observations (blood pressure, pulse, temperature) as required.
- Ability to move between centres as the project aims to provide spirometry closer to patients home.
Person Specification
Skills
Essential
- Good interpersonal and communication skills to coach patients through maximal breathing efforts, basic IT literacy, and the ability to follow strict standard operating procedures.
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ Level 3 in a healthcare/science-related subject, or an equivalent level of practical knowledge (e.g., Care Certificate plus targeted respiratory competencies).
Training
Essential
- Willingness to work toward or hold a recognised competency certificate (such as the Association for Respiratory Technology and Physiology - ARTP Spirometry certificate).
Experience
Essential
- Prior experience working in a patient-facing clinical or community healthcare setting, ideally within primary care or a respiratory/sleep physiology department.
Person Specification
Skills
Essential
- Good interpersonal and communication skills to coach patients through maximal breathing efforts, basic IT literacy, and the ability to follow strict standard operating procedures.
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ Level 3 in a healthcare/science-related subject, or an equivalent level of practical knowledge (e.g., Care Certificate plus targeted respiratory competencies).
Training
Essential
- Willingness to work toward or hold a recognised competency certificate (such as the Association for Respiratory Technology and Physiology - ARTP Spirometry certificate).
Experience
Essential
- Prior experience working in a patient-facing clinical or community healthcare setting, ideally within primary care or a respiratory/sleep physiology department.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
Sentinel Healthcare South West CIC
Address
Unit 1, 5 Research Way
Plymouth
Devon
PL6 8BT
United Kingdom
Employer's website
Employer details
Employer name
Sentinel Healthcare South West CIC
Address
Unit 1, 5 Research Way
Plymouth
Devon
PL6 8BT
United Kingdom
Employer's website
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