Assistant Clinical Physiologist - Respiratory

Job Description

Overview

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the UK employing around 40,000 staff in a wide range of clinical and non‑clinical professions and job roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health care services to a population of over 1.15 million and a wider population of 2.2 million when our regional and national services are included.

Shift Pattern

Day shift (8.30-4.30) and back shift.

Working Hours

Effective 1 April 2026, the full‑time working hours for all Agenda for Change posts will be reduced to 36 hours. Part‑time hours will be reduced pro‑rate. Pay will be increased accordingly.

Responsibilities

To perform basic respiratory/sleep diagnostic investigations, clerical duties and cleaning of equipment/clinical areas.

Essential Requirements

• 5 Standard Grades (Preferably Science/Maths)


• Excellent Communication Skills


• Basic computer skills

Preferable

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office packages.


• Knowledge of departmental protocols to be attained over 3 months (6 months for PT post), during mandatory hospital induction course.

Training

Completion of in‑house training programme on basic sleep diagnostics and preparation for advanced procedures.

Informal Contact

Nargis Mustafa, Clinical Lead, 0141 452 3791 or email Nargis.mustafa@nhs.scot

Recruitment Process

Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process.

Commitment to Inclusion

NHSGGC-NHS Scotland encourages applications from all sections of the community. We promote a culture of inclusion across the organisation and are proud of the diverse workforce we have.

By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We support applications from across the Armed Forces Community, recognising military skills, experience and qualifications during the recruitment and selection process.

NHSGGC recognises the importance of work‑life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. For roles where less than full‑time hours can be accommodated, and the tenure is listed as ‘various’, we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements and this will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.

Other Information

Relevant HR policies on our HR connect site. Candidates should provide original and authentic responses to all questions within the application form. The use of artificial intelligence (AI), automated tools or other third‑party assistance to generate, draft, or significantly modify responses is strongly discouraged. By submitting your application, you confirm that all answers are your own work, reflect your personal knowledge, skills and experience, and have not been solely produced or altered by AI or similar technologies. Failure to comply with this requirement may result in your application being withdrawn from the application process.

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