Cardiac Physiologist

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a band 5 cardiac physiologist to work in the friendly cardiac department at the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust.

We are seeking an enthusiastic, hardworking team player to join our close-knit busy team as a multi-skilled rotational member of the team based within the hub of the Royal Berkshire Hospital. The extended team is made up by cardiologists, nurses, radiographers, clinical admin team and senior managers,who are very active and engaging with supporting the cardiac physiologists. We work in a well-equipped modern and clean environment with an excellent history of training and great opportunities for development.

The successful applicant will have the opportunity to develop their skills and expand their role and banding to 6 within the department. There is also an opportunity to undertake further qualifications and training in all areas to enable progression to band 6 within the Cardiology Department. We are committed to continued professional development, training and support and offering high quality service to all our patients. PTP students in their 3rd year are encouraged to apply.

Main duties of the job

Please see attached job description and job specification for full details about the roles and responsibilities.

The post holder will be initially at preceptorship level until competencies are assessed and signed off. Thereafter, an independent fully rotational member of the cardiac physiology team, providing basic cardiac physiology services for a range of non-complex tests in all aspects of cardiac services.

Cardiac services will include the following:

• Performing resting ECGs, Holter fitting, Holter analysis, physiology-led ETT, implant and monitoring of ILR's, assisting with Dobutamine stress testing, e-Bike and TOE.
• Invasive technical expertise will be expected in the catheter laboratories for coronary intervention, assisting in PCI, TPW and pacemaker implants.
• Working towards and supporting the primary PCI service (when fully competent participate in 24/7 on-call rota).
• The patient is at the centre of all their decision-making processes, conforming to the NHS constitution pledges.

• Communicate and work with a multi-disciplinary professional team.
• Provide factual reports for all routine physiological investigations
• Contribute to basic educational needs of the cardiology team, delivering training and signing off cardiac PTP's and STP program

About us

Diversity makes us interesting... Inclusion is what will make us outstanding.

Inequality exists and the journey to eliminate it is not easy. Every step we take will be a purposeful step forward to deliver a truly inclusive culture where all our people are enabled to deliver outstanding care, where background is no barrier, and where everyone can be their authentic self and we truly represent our patient community.

We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants where possible. All applicants who have a disability and meet the minimum criteria for the post can opt for a guaranteed interview.

If you need additional help with your application please get in touch by calling the recruitment team on 0118 322 6997 or 0118 322 5342.

Our primary method of communication will be via email. However, if you would prefer to be contacted through a different method, please inform the recruitment team.

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Berkshire Hospital

London Road

Reading

RG1 5AN

Employer's website

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

---

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Berkshire Hospital

London Road

Reading

RG1 5AN

Employer's website

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

---