Job summary
We are currently seeking a forward thinking, dynamic, motivated individual to work within Barts Health Trust based in the Cardiac Department at The Barts Heart Centre for 2 years. The successful candidate will contribute to service provision with basic non-invasive cardiac investigations. There may be some cross-site cover at other hospitals in the trust.
Applicants would ideally be competent in basic non-invasive cardiac procedures including ECGs, ambulatory ECG and ambulatory BP monitor fitting, among others however an applicant with a keen desire and ability to learn these skills could also fill the post. Please refer to the job description for full requirements.
We have a supportive environment for training and development. You will be expected to demonstrate maturity and experience consistent with this grade and position, however, further training will be provided if necessary.
Main duties of the job
To perform non-invasive cardiac diagnostic examinations. To provide support to senior staff members across the Trust and help deliver a smooth-running service. The post holder will be required to perform foundation level tasks unsupervised and to assist senior staff as required. In addition, the post holder may be required to supervise more junior students and to give support to senior staff members. There may be some cross-site cover at other hospitals in the trust.
About us
Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain's leading healthcare providers.
The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients.
Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.
We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To be proficient and participate in all non-invasive cardiology procedures. Tests and procedures include:
o ECGs.
o Fitting / removal of Holter and event recorder monitors as well as other forms of Ambulatory ECG recording devices.
o Fitting / removal of Blood pressure monitors.
o Support the implementation and use of new and emerging ECG recording technologies and pathways:
Liaising with patients and providers to support home monitoring diagnostics.
To complete the patient pathway for diagnostics on relevant systems.
Enrolment/ registration of patients on third party platforms.
Uploading of reports and appropriate notifications.
Preparing ECG monitor package for drop and collection points.
o Supervision of students and junior staff members in relevant tasks.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To be proficient and participate in all non-invasive cardiology procedures. Tests and procedures include:
o ECGs.
o Fitting / removal of Holter and event recorder monitors as well as other forms of Ambulatory ECG recording devices.
o Fitting / removal of Blood pressure monitors.
o Support the implementation and use of new and emerging ECG recording technologies and pathways:
Liaising with patients and providers to support home monitoring diagnostics.
To complete the patient pathway for diagnostics on relevant systems.
Enrolment/ registration of patients on third party platforms.
Uploading of reports and appropriate notifications.
Preparing ECG monitor package for drop and collection points.
o Supervision of students and junior staff members in relevant tasks.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
- SCST
- Immediate life support
Skills
Essential
- Ability to work in and contribute in a team environment
- Effective verbal and written communication
- Ability to cope with a heavy workload
Desirable
- Knowledge of a CRS (patient appointment system) or similar
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with patients/customers/clients
Desirable
- Well versed in basic diagnostic skills of a band 3
- Experience of non-invasive cardiology procedures e.g. ECG
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
- SCST
- Immediate life support
Skills
Essential
- Ability to work in and contribute in a team environment
- Effective verbal and written communication
- Ability to cope with a heavy workload
Desirable
- Knowledge of a CRS (patient appointment system) or similar
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with patients/customers/clients
Desirable
- Well versed in basic diagnostic skills of a band 3
- Experience of non-invasive cardiology procedures e.g. ECG
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).
