Chief Respiratory Physiologist - Peterborough

Role summary

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The Chief Respiratory Physiologist will provide senior clinical and operational leadership for respiratory physiology services at North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust in Peterborough. Requirements typically include substantial experience in respiratory diagnostics, relevant professional qualifications, evidence of continuing professional development, and strong knowledge of pulmonary function testing, sleep and ventilation services. The successful candidate should demonstrate leadership, service-planning and quality-improvement skills, while maintaining high standards of patient safety and clinical governance. The role also requires effective communication with patients, multidisciplinary teams and managers, together with the ability to supervise staff, support training and manage complex clinical workload.

About the employer

North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital and community healthcare services across Cambridgeshire and surrounding areas, including Peterborough, Hinchingbrooke and Stamford. The Trust delivers emergency, medical, surgical, maternity, children’s and specialist services to a large and diverse population. Its workforce includes doctors, nurses, allied health professionals, scientists, administrative teams and support staff. As an NHS foundation trust, it combines publicly funded healthcare delivery with local governance and a focus on improving patient outcomes, access and experience. Employees can generally expect structured NHS pay and benefits, pension access, professional-development opportunities and participation in service-improvement programmes. Peterborough offers a comparatively affordable location with strong transport connections to Cambridge, Leicester and London.

Working in United Kingdom

The United Kingdom is an island country with varied job opportunities in healthcare, technology, finance, engineering, education and public services. NHS roles are available nationwide, although registration, professional qualifications and safeguarding checks may be required. British culture is diverse and generally values privacy, punctuality, fairness and good communication. Lifestyle ranges from busy cities to quieter rural communities, with extensive public transport, historic sites, parks and coastal areas. The cost of living varies considerably; London and southern England are usually more expensive than the Midlands, northern England, Wales and Scotland. International applicants may need a Skilled Worker visa or Health and Care Worker visa, subject to an eligible occupation, approved sponsor, salary requirements and English-language rules. Candidates should confirm sponsorship with the employer and check professional-registration requirements before relocating. The UK has a temperate climate and four distinct seasons.