Job Description
The Centre for Sleep & Pulmonary Medicine – Werribee VIC
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We seek a part-time (2-3 days per week) Respiratory and Sleep Scientist to help operate our service. The Scientist is responsible for providing high-quality respiratory and sleep diagnostic testing services to patients referred to the practice. The role involves performing, monitoring and accurately interpreting the technical quality of a range of pulmonary function tests, as well as setting up and instructing patients in the use of home sleep study equipment. The Respiratory Scientist is expected to provide a professional, patient-centred service while maintaining high standards of technical quality, infection control, documentation and equipment management.
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Key responsibilities
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Perform spirometry, including bronchodilator responsiveness testing where indicated
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Perform diffusing capacity for carbon monoxide (DLCO) testing
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Perform exhaled nitric oxide (FeNO) testing
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Perform bronchial challenge testing
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Perform respiratory oscillometry / forced oscillation technique (FOT)
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Perform maximum inspiratory and expiratory pressures (MIP/MEP)



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Perform six-minute walk tests (6MWT)
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Perform home sleep study set-ups, including explaining procedures, preparing and issuing equipment, checking returned equipment and downloading study data
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Prepare studies for physician review and reporting and maintain appropriate records of equipment issue, return and study completion
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About you
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Relevant qualification in respiratory science, clinical physiology or a related discipline
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Demonstrated experience in pulmonary function testing
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Competence in spirometry and other routine pulmonary function investigations
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Strong attention to detail and commitment to test quality
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Good interpersonal and communication skills
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Ability to work independently while also contributing effectively to a multidisciplinary team
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Ability to recognise technical and clinical issues requiring escalation
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Commitment to patient safety, confidentiality and qualified standards
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📌 Respiratory & Sleep Scientist (South Australia)
🏢 The Centre for Sleep & Pulmonary Medicine
📍 South Australia