Respiratory Physiologist in Cambridge

Up to £50,000 DOE + Excellent Company Benefits

Cambridge Full-Time | Permanent

Want to play a key role in launching and developing a brand‑new, state‑of‑the‑art private hospital? Are you an experienced Respiratory Physiologist looking for the opportunity to join a growing healthcare organisation and work alongside leading Consultant Respiratory Physicians in a modern, patient‑focused environment?

Compass Associates are proud to have exclusively partnered with Welbeck Health Partners for the opening of their brand‑new hospital in Cambridge, boasting 12 specialties equipped with the latest technology and world‑renowned consultants dedicated to delivering the very best patient experience. Capitalising on the success of their London flagship hospital, the new site will offer a wide range of medical diagnostic and same‑day minimally invasive services, including heart health, lung health, digestive health, ENT, endoscopy and neurology.

This is a rare opportunity to help shape a growing, yet established healthcare organisation from the very beginning. Welbeck Health Partners was founded by leading healthcare specialists from the UK and USA who shared a clear vision: to deliver better care and redefine what a healthcare organisation can be. Their unique partnership model empowers clinicians to share in the success of the group while fostering a collaborative environment. It provides a framework for consistent patient pathways, quality assurance across partners and seamless cross‑referrals between specialties.

Joining Welbeck means becoming part of a growing network of high‑quality clinics and world‑leading healthcare professionals. The organisation is committed to creating a supportive, values‑driven environment where people can thrive, investing heavily in professional development, career progression and the resources required to excel.

If you are looking to be part of a purpose‑led organisation that is shaping the future of healthcare while fostering a culture of respect, teamwork and shared success, we would love to hear from you.

The Role

This position as Respiratory Physiologist is a key clinical role within the new Welbeck Cambridge Hospital. Working exclusively within the outpatient setting, this role offers the opportunity to deliver high‑quality respiratory diagnostics in a modern, patient‑focused environment. Working closely alongside Consultant Respiratory Physicians and the wider multidisciplinary team, you will be responsible for independently performing and supporting a range of specialist respiratory investigations and contributing to the delivery of exceptional patient care.

As the dedicated Respiratory Physiologist on site, you will work autonomously whilst building strong relationships with Consultants, nursing colleagues and allied health professionals to ensure the delivery of a seamless and exceptional patient experience. You will also play an important role in supporting service development, governance, quality improvement and the education of trainee physiologists. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Respiratory Physiologist who is excited by the prospect of helping establish and develop a first‑class respiratory diagnostic service within a brand‑new private hospital.

Key Responsibilities

• Clinical Duties

Independently perform and support a range of specialist respiratory investigations including:

• Reversibility Studies.
• Cardiopulmonary Exercise Testing (CPET).
• Assessment of complex respiratory cases across a broad spectrum of pathology.

Working closely with Consultant Respiratory Physicians, you will contribute to accurate diagnosis and support the delivery of high‑quality, evidence‑based patient care. You will:

• Support the day‑to‑day running of respiratory clinics.
• Contribute to the development of highly specialised respiratory services.
• Participate in audit and quality improvement initiatives.
• Collect and analyse departmental statistics where appropriate.
• Support the smooth and efficient flow of patients through the department.
• Promote safe and effective patient pathways.
• Maintain compliance with CQC standards and organisational policies.

Education and Training

You will:

• Support trainee and student physiologists.
• Assist colleagues with learning and enhancing their skills.
• Promote in‑house learning and professional development.
• Support orientation and induction of new starters.
• Act as a positive role‑model within the outpatient team.

Patient‑Centred Care

You will:

• Deliver safe, compassionate and individualised care.
• Explain complex procedures clearly to patients and relatives.
• Demonstrate advanced knowledge of respiratory investigations, associated drugs, risks and contraindications.
• Provide reassurance and emotional support when required.
• Manage difficult situations and patient distress professionally.
• Recognise and respond appropriately to changes in patient condition or emergency situations.
• Maintain dignity, confidentiality and privacy at all times.
• Support a positive patient experience throughout the outpatient journey.

Governance and Quality

You will:

• Adhere to information governance and GDPR requirements.
• Participate in audits and quality assurance activities.
• Promote infection prevention and safeguarding principles.
• Report incidents, complaints and near misses appropriately.
• Maintain a safe, clean and well‑organised clinical environment.
• Uphold professional accountability and represent the organisation positively.

What Can You Bring?

• Degree in Clinical Physiology or Healthcare Science or equivalent.
• ARTP Part 1 and Part 2 professional examination qualifications.
• Minimum two years post‑qualification experience.
• Proven experience independently performing a range of respiratory investigations.
• Experience undertaking spirometry and full lung function testing.
• Experience with reversibility studies, home sleep studies, bronchial provocation testing and CPET.