Assistant Technical Officer (ATO) – Respiratory and Sleep

Company: Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
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Location: Upton
Job Description:

We are recruiting an Assistant Technical Officer (ATO) to join the Respiratory Physiology Team at Arrowe Park Hospital, Ward 37, Respiratory Lab.

Responsibilities

  • Provide support within the Respiratory Diagnostics Service to deliver high quality diagnostic investigations.
  • Follow policies and procedures appropriate to the task and liaise with senior physiologists as appropriate.
  • Adhere to ARTP standards when performing spirometry and successfully complete certification and registration within 12 months from registration with ARTP.
  • Work across various sites: Arrowe Park Hospital, Clatterbridge Diagnostic Hub, and community clinics across Wirral.
  • Provide all types of spirometry and FeNO assessments as part of the respiratory physiology team.
  • Prepare and provide sleep monitors and overnight oximetry for patients.
  • Gather consumables needed for the sleep service clinics.
  • Report issues of patient concern that have been identified.
  • Evaluate, interpret, and present all test results in a format in line with departmental policy.
  • Ensure prompt completion of duties via the hospital computer system to maintain comprehensive records of procedures.
  • Provide general administrative support by assisting in the day‑to‑day planning and booking of clinics.

Qualifications

  • Full, valid UK driving license.
  • Business insurance on personal vehicle.
  • Training and experience sufficient to provide spirometry and FeNO assessments.
  • Ability to obtain ARTP registration and complete certification within 12 months.

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Posted: July 8th, 2026