Job summary
Provide highly complex specialist Clinical Cardiology diagnostic and therapeutic procedures to inpatients and outpatients of all ages from a wide range of specialities.
Undertake clinical interpretation of results and provision of reports for own and others' work. Support senior colleagues in the day-to-day organisation and running of the department, deputising in their absence.
Provide CPD, education, training and assessment of Clinical Physiologists (Cardiology) and other professionals
Provide expert advice to clinicians and colleagues in specialist area. To act as a positive role model for junior staff.
From the time you join us, you'll have access to learning, development and training opportunities. As you progress in your NHS career you'll acquire the knowledge, skills and confidence you need to provide safe and compassionate patient care.
UHB is a great place to work, offering a working environment with an inclusive culture that looks after and values our people and creates a sense of belonging. We encourage applications from people who embrace our values and who will enable us to expand our diverse workforce.
Main duties of the job
MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
*Perform highly specialised Cardiac Physiology investigations and interventions including:
*Perform advanced physiological testing during pacemaker, CRT-P and ICD/CRT-D implantation and follow-up with analysis of highly complex data and diagnostic information. Independent prescription and evaluation of device therapy and programming ensuring individualised device optimisation. Currently we perform an on-call rota for complex devices and expect an accredited Band 7 physiologist to take part in this.
*Additionally, perform a broad range of clinical investigations undertaken within the Cardiac Physiology Service including, but not limited to:
*Performance, analysis and interpretation of resting ECGs, including independent interpretation for Direct Access patients.
*Cardiac catheterisation (including complex cases)
*Permanent pacemaker and implantable loop recorder implantation and follow-up
*Provide interpretation and reports of own and others' investigations, using discretion and judgement to seek further advice or review as necessary within an appropriate timeframe.
*Provide expert clinical opinion for medical and physiologist colleagues in specialist area in the event of conflicting or difficult interpretation of investigations.
*Provide advice and information to patients on clinical issues and implantable devices.
About us
University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust strives to have an inclusive culture where everyone feels like they belong, can thrive, knows that they add value and feels valued. We do this by developing compassionate and culturally competent leaders, being values driven in all that we do and by creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace that thrives on the diversity of our people. As such we want to attract and recruit talented individuals from all backgrounds, and for each of you to feel supported for the diversity you bring, to achieve your full potential. For those staff with a disability, including physical disability, long term health condition, mental health or neurodiverse condition, this also means being committed to making reasonable adjustments needed for you to carry out your role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
*Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description*
Job description
Job responsibilities
*Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description*
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc in Clinical Physiology (or equivalent) or Masters in Cardiac Science
- Highly specialist knowledge of Clinical Physiology in at least one area to Masters level or equivalent (Echocardiography or Devices).
- IBHRE/BHRS accreditation
- RCCP Registered
- ILS/ALS Resuscitation certified
Desirable
- Training/Assessor's qualification
- ASCST/MSCST
Experience
Essential
- Experience and scientific knowledge through formal study, training and practice in highly complex and specialized Cardiac investigations.
- Supervisory experience.
- Experience in the use of PCs and data entry.
- Experience of Cardiology IT storage systems.
Desirable
- Health and Safety knowledge and experience.
- Research experience
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Proficient at using a wide range of complex diagnostic test equipment including recognition of basic faults, calibration and quality control issues.
- Able to effectively evaluate equipment and services.
- Able to manage and requisition stock.
- Able to manage own and others' workload within a framework of competing priorities.
- Skilled in motivating and inspiring others.
- Confident to train medical personnel and technical colleagues.
- Confident and competent to write accurate clinical and technical reports.
- Confident and competent to act appropriately in emergencies and in the event of significant clinical findings.
- Capable of supervising staff, delegating and prioritising.
- Confident at liaison with medical staff / technical / nursing staff and managers.
- Able to deal with conflicts.
- Capable of prioritisation.
- Confident to liaise with other staff groups ( Consultant staff, Medical staff, Nursing staff and peer groups )
- Must be able to work as a team member
- Good interpersonal skills
- Motivation
- Flexibility & Adaptability
- Maintains confidentiality
- Ability to work in a challenging and busy environment to tight deadlines
- To be able to relate and respond to complex and sensitive issues
- Awareness and understanding of issues around confidentiality and the handling of clinical information.
- Able to deal appropriately with urgent clinical issues.
- Able to meet deadlines.
- Familiar with the collection of statistical information and audit.
- Awareness and understanding of issues facing the NHS and those impacting on Cardiac Physiology either directly or indirectly.
- Flexible and reliable
- Possible 7 day working
- Ability to work cross site / in community diagnostic hubs
- Ability to work on call (essential when required)
Desirable
- Experience in staff side matters and HR issues.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc in Clinical Physiology (or equivalent) or Masters in Cardiac Science
- Highly specialist knowledge of Clinical Physiology in at least one area to Masters level or equivalent (Echocardiography or Devices).
- IBHRE/BHRS accreditation
- RCCP Registered
- ILS/ALS Resuscitation certified
Desirable
- Training/Assessor's qualification
- ASCST/MSCST
Experience
Essential
- Experience and scientific knowledge through formal study, training and practice in highly complex and specialized Cardiac investigations.
- Supervisory experience.
- Experience in the use of PCs and data entry.
- Experience of Cardiology IT storage systems.
Desirable
- Health and Safety knowledge and experience.
- Research experience
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Proficient at using a wide range of complex diagnostic test equipment including recognition of basic faults, calibration and quality control issues.
- Able to effectively evaluate equipment and services.
- Able to manage and requisition stock.
- Able to manage own and others' workload within a framework of competing priorities.
- Skilled in motivating and inspiring others.
- Confident to train medical personnel and technical colleagues.
- Confident and competent to write accurate clinical and technical reports.
- Confident and competent to act appropriately in emergencies and in the event of significant clinical findings.
- Capable of supervising staff, delegating and prioritising.
- Confident at liaison with medical staff / technical / nursing staff and managers.
- Able to deal with conflicts.
- Capable of prioritisation.
- Confident to liaise with other staff groups ( Consultant staff, Medical staff, Nursing staff and peer groups )
- Must be able to work as a team member
- Good interpersonal skills
- Motivation
- Flexibility & Adaptability
- Maintains confidentiality
- Ability to work in a challenging and busy environment to tight deadlines
- To be able to relate and respond to complex and sensitive issues
- Awareness and understanding of issues around confidentiality and the handling of clinical information.
- Able to deal appropriately with urgent clinical issues.
- Able to meet deadlines.
- Familiar with the collection of statistical information and audit.
- Awareness and understanding of issues facing the NHS and those impacting on Cardiac Physiology either directly or indirectly.
- Flexible and reliable
- Possible 7 day working
- Ability to work cross site / in community diagnostic hubs
- Ability to work on call (essential when required)
Desirable
- Experience in staff side matters and HR issues.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
