Job summary
We are seeking a flexible, enthusiastic and self-motivated individual to become part of our dedicated, highly focused Non-Invasive team working to provide and maintain a high standard of healthcare to patients on all wards and peripheral hospitals within Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust.
The post holder will be responsible for performing a range of routine non-invasive Diagnostic Cardiology investigations on inpatients and outpatients.
The post holder will perform the following procedures within the non-invasive service; 12 Lead ECG, ambulatory ECG/BP analysis, ETT, autonomic function testing, and Tilt Table testing.
Main duties of the job
To work without direct supervision in performing and recording various cardiology investigations provided by the department for a safe, effective, and efficient Cardiology service.
To assist Clinical Physiologists and support the delivery of quality healthcare including more complex procedures to patients within Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust.
Perform routine non-invasive cardiac investigations independently such as: Ambulatory ECG and BP Ambulatory monitor fitting and analysis, performing 12 lead ECG in a range of clinical settings, Fitting and analysis of long-term monitoring equipment e.g., Cardiac Memos.
To assist as the second practitioner in Tilt Table Testing and Exercise Tolerance Testing working under the guidance of a Senior Physiologist. To assist the implanting Clinician/Physiologist during ILR implantation, monitoring haemodynamic status and providing patient information.
To take responsibility for the initial management of unwell patients or untoward ECG findings.
To train and develop staff and students in performing all tasks as deemed appropriate by the service lead and head of department.
About us
You will be working for an organisation which values and respects all of its staff and the community it serves. The Trust is a leader in the NHS and research sectors and provides excellent benefits for its employees. This includes commitments to professional development but also many policies to support employees in balancing their personal and professional lives.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description for detailed duties and responsibilities
When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description for detailed duties and responsibilities
When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria.
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- Appropriate level 4 Qualification or Equivalent. (e.g. level 4 Diploma or HNC or CertHE).
- Experience working as a Cardiac Healthcare Science assistant or senior cardiographer.
Desirable
- SCST Foundation Certificate in ECG Interpretation. SCST practical and/ or Certificate theory exams
Experience
Essential
- Experience of performing 12-lead ECGs, ambulatory ECG fitting and analysis, ambulatory BP fitting and download and assisting in exercise stress tests/ stress echo and/or assisting in tilt table tests.
Desirable
- Experience of performing other non-invasive diagnostic tests such as signal averaged ECG, Fitting and analysing long term monitoring such as Kardia or spider flashes
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Good level written and verbal communication skills
- Good IT skills with experience of working with Microsoft Office
- Able to work autonomously and within a team
Desirable
- Experience of working with NHS software systems.
- Experience of training junior staff and students
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Able to travel to, and work at, different sites in Sheffield
Desirable
- Flexible attitude to working hours
- Good time management skills
- Able to work under pressure
- Evidence of flexible and reliable approach to working practices and a willingness to accept additional responsibilities.
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- Appropriate level 4 Qualification or Equivalent. (e.g. level 4 Diploma or HNC or CertHE).
- Experience working as a Cardiac Healthcare Science assistant or senior cardiographer.
Desirable
- SCST Foundation Certificate in ECG Interpretation. SCST practical and/ or Certificate theory exams
Experience
Essential
- Experience of performing 12-lead ECGs, ambulatory ECG fitting and analysis, ambulatory BP fitting and download and assisting in exercise stress tests/ stress echo and/or assisting in tilt table tests.
Desirable
- Experience of performing other non-invasive diagnostic tests such as signal averaged ECG, Fitting and analysing long term monitoring such as Kardia or spider flashes
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Good level written and verbal communication skills
- Good IT skills with experience of working with Microsoft Office
- Able to work autonomously and within a team
Desirable
- Experience of working with NHS software systems.
- Experience of training junior staff and students
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Able to travel to, and work at, different sites in Sheffield
Desirable
- Flexible attitude to working hours
- Good time management skills
- Able to work under pressure
- Evidence of flexible and reliable approach to working practices and a willingness to accept additional responsibilities.
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).
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).
