Echo Specialist

Job summary

The Echocardiography Service at Rotherham is looking for a forward thinking individual to help shape the future of the department. The successful applicant will be expected to demonstrate an excellent level of clinical competence and knowledge to deliver the training needs of the Trust and support the Lead with the day to day running and development of specialist services. The post holder must be able to independently perform and report transthoracic echocardiograms to a very high standard in a wide range of clinical settings. Excellent communication and organisational skills are a necessity with the ability to work autonomously and act as a positive role model.RCCP/ AHCS/HCPC registration is expected and British Society of Echocardiography (BSE) Level 2 accreditation is essential with suitable experience at band 6 level.

Main duties of the job

To independently perform and report routine and advanced echocardiograms under the guidance of the Echocardiography Lead. To prioritise and organise own workload. To include:

• Adult trans-thoracic echocardiography
• Adult trans-oesophageal echocardiography (imaging)
• Adult bubble and contrast echocardiography (according to role)
• Adult stress echocardiography (according to role)
• Triage of referrals against British Society of Echocardiography guidelines

To contribute to the effective day-to-day running and coordination of the wider Cardiac Physiology service under the guidance of the Service Leads and to support other team members.

About us

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust (TRFT) is a combined acute and community Trust serving our local population of around 270,000 people. Our vision is to always act the right way and be proud to provide exceptional healthcare to the communities of Rotherham

As a Trust we are on a journey to excellence and our people and culture are at the heart of everything we do for patients. In the latest NHS Staff Survey, we are the second most improved Trust in England for would you recommend the Trust as a place to work?, and were one of the most improved for staff engagement overall

But don't just take our word for it each year hundreds of colleagues receive nominations for our Excellence and Proud awards, showcasing our brilliant people and recognising their achievements. Our people make a difference to the lives of patients every day and we are proud of the improvements we are making

All of our colleagues are key to our journey, and we are continuing to improve our services by upholding the Trusts values of Ambitious, Caring and Together. If you are passionate about making a difference, then please apply to join us on our journey to excellence

Certificates of Sponsorship

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Employer details

Employer name

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Rotherham Nhs Foundation Trust

Moorgate Road

Rotherham

South Yorkshire

S60 2UD

Employer's website

https://www.therotherhamft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

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Employer details

Employer name

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Rotherham Nhs Foundation Trust

Moorgate Road

Rotherham

South Yorkshire

S60 2UD

Employer's website

https://www.therotherhamft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

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