Job summary
We are delighted to be able to offer an opportunity for an innovative, enthusiastic and highly motivated Cardiac Physiologist to lead our Cardiac Rhythm Management service at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital. This post has arisen due to progression of the previous post holder.
The CRM service at NNUH is well established and we are one of the largest implanting centres in the UK delivering a full range of CRM procedures. Performing over 2000 procedures in the last year including CRTD, Leadless pacemakers, SICD, LBAP etc. We are also looking to expand further and introduce EV ICD and other leadless devices. This a busy and very efficient service delivered by a team of dedicated CRM physiologists. We are entering an exciting phase of Cath Lab redevelopment and refurbishment which will contribute to an expansion of our service and improve integration with the EP, coronary and non-invasive services.
We welcome the challenge of the forthcoming EPR, which should effectively integrate the multiple systems needed to ensure the safe management of our CRM patients.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will develop, lead and manage the CRM service. This position holds a 50% commitment to clinical duties. Beyond the clinical duties, the post holder will be responsible for managing the CRM staff, develop CRM educational programmes, training and competency assessment, SoPs and clinical guidelines and act as deputy to the Principal Physiologist during periods of absence along with the other specialist lead physiologists. Managerial integration with surrounding hospital may see collaborative working, development of some bradycardia work and a focus on developing and expanding the complex pacing service.
BHRS/IBHRE accreditation is essential. There is an on-call requirement for this position.
About us
Join us at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital and be part of a workforce of over 10,000 staff!
The NNUH is one of the largest NHS trusts in the UK, providing first-class acute care for around one million people, living in Norfolk and surrounding areas. We are a teaching and research hospital, at the forefront of innovation, home to state-of-the-art facilities, such as the Quadram Institute. We are pleased to work closely with the University of East Anglia, providing teaching opportunities for our staff and placement opportunities for their students. We attract some of the best and leading professionals from across the country and are proud that our workforce represents 94 countries from across the world.
We are a friendly, collaborative hospital, working with local services and home to N&N Hospitals Charity.
We can offer you the full range of NHS benefits/discounts and in addition:
- Flexible working hours
- Fast Track Staff Physiotherapy Service
- Multi Faith prayer room at NNUH Colney Lane site
- Discounted gym memberships
- Excellent pension scheme and annual leave entitlement
- Wagestream - access up to 40% of your pay as you earn it
- Free Park & Ride service direct to NNUH Colney Lane site
- Free 24-hours confidential counselling support
- On-site Nursery at NNUH Colney Lane
- On-site cafes offering staff discounts at NNUH Colney Lane
- Support in career development
- Flexible staff bank
- Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars, Cycle to Work scheme and home electronics
Job description
Job responsibilities
To support the delivery of a high quality, safe and compassionate healthcare service, all staff are expected to act as a role model to others in all aspects of their work and consistently demonstrate NNUHs PRIDE values of People focused, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence and demonstrate behaviours that support and encourage an inclusive culture.
- Continually monitor and maintain high professional standards of Cardiac Rhythm management services to patients and to initiate remedial action where necessary.
- Work collaboratively with other professionals and agencies to ensure service meets changing Health care needs
- Provide high level leadership and support to rhythm management staffing dealing with difficult and conflicting situations, including those of a clinical/professional nature.
- Initiate and participate in planning and implementing departmental policies.
- Provide operational management and leadership for clinical CardiacPhysiologists in the area of Cardiac Rhythm management and other staff groups.
- Provide line management to Clinical Physiologists employed within the area of Cardiac Rhythm management, including the management of sick leave and annual leave
- To manage resources within agreed budgets, and to act as an authorised signatory alongside the other Service leads in the absence of the Principal Physiologist.
- Alongside the other Service Leads, to act as deputy in the absence of the Principal Physiologist.
- To ensure adequate supplies to the department, and ensure that effective economical use of resources is maintained.
- Undertake responsibility for assessing, implementing and adapting to new clinical techniques.
Please see the attached job description for full details.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To support the delivery of a high quality, safe and compassionate healthcare service, all staff are expected to act as a role model to others in all aspects of their work and consistently demonstrate NNUHs PRIDE values of People focused, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence and demonstrate behaviours that support and encourage an inclusive culture.
- Continually monitor and maintain high professional standards of Cardiac Rhythm management services to patients and to initiate remedial action where necessary.
- Work collaboratively with other professionals and agencies to ensure service meets changing Health care needs
- Provide high level leadership and support to rhythm management staffing dealing with difficult and conflicting situations, including those of a clinical/professional nature.
- Initiate and participate in planning and implementing departmental policies.
- Provide operational management and leadership for clinical CardiacPhysiologists in the area of Cardiac Rhythm management and other staff groups.
- Provide line management to Clinical Physiologists employed within the area of Cardiac Rhythm management, including the management of sick leave and annual leave
- To manage resources within agreed budgets, and to act as an authorised signatory alongside the other Service leads in the absence of the Principal Physiologist.
- Alongside the other Service Leads, to act as deputy in the absence of the Principal Physiologist.
- To ensure adequate supplies to the department, and ensure that effective economical use of resources is maintained.
- Undertake responsibility for assessing, implementing and adapting to new clinical techniques.
Please see the attached job description for full details.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc Cardiology Clinical Physiology, or equivalent degree qualification
- BHRS/IBHRE/EHRA accreditation in Devices
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working and leading in the specialist field of rhythm management
- Experience of leading and managing a team
Attitude, aptitude
Essential
- Effective role model, demonstrating NNUH's PRIDE values of People focussed, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence
- Demonstrates understanding and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc Cardiology Clinical Physiology, or equivalent degree qualification
- BHRS/IBHRE/EHRA accreditation in Devices
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working and leading in the specialist field of rhythm management
- Experience of leading and managing a team
Attitude, aptitude
Essential
- Effective role model, demonstrating NNUH's PRIDE values of People focussed, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence
- Demonstrates understanding and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
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).
