Cardiographer

Job summary

An opportunity has arisen within the Cardiac Physiology department at Great Ormond Street Hospital for a Cardiographer. We are seeking a welcoming, motivated, individual to run our paediatric 12 lead ECG clinics.

The post holder will be expected to work independently performing 12 lead ECGs and fitting ECG and blood pressure ambulatory monitors, in both a busy outpatient and inpatient settings. Once in post, the successful candidate will be trained to perform and interpret ECGs.

They must be able to work as part of a team and on their own initiative.

For further information please contact Sophie George, Development Lead Cardiac Physiologist (Sophie.george@gosh.nhs.uk).

Main duties of the job

• Lead outpatient clinics independently, prioritising workload during busy periods
• Perform ECGs, recognise and interpret abnormal rhythms with appropriate escalation
• Setup and fit Holter monitors, event monitors and blood pressure monitors
• To deal with patient queries both in person and over the telephone, excellent communication skills are essential
• To be responsible for accurate inputting and updating clinical data into the Cardiology Information Database (EPIC)
• To demonstrate a positive attitude to the team and contribute to change and developments within the department
• To ensure that a safe, child-orientated and welcoming environment is maintained
• To contribute to maintenance of good professional working relationships and team building
• To be aware of risk management issues and to report these incidents according to policy
• To maintain Health and Safety standards at all times
• To undertake any other duties as directed by the Senior Chief/Chief Cardiac Physiologist

About us

GOSH is committed to recruiting the best person for the job, based solely on their ability and individual merit as measured against the criteria for the role; through a process that is fair, open, consistent and free from bias and discrimination.

We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture where all staff are valued, respected and acknowledged. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, disability status or length of time spent unemployed.

We particularly welcome applications from BAME communities, people with disabilities and/or long-term health conditions and LGBT+ community members.

We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants and employees are treated fairly and consistently. We are proud to be accredited as a Disability Confident Employer, a member of Business Disability Forum and a Stonewall Diversity Champion.

We have active and Executive supported BAME, LGBT+ and Allies, Disability and Long-Term Health Conditions and Women's staff networks. Staff networks are employee-led groups formed around interests, issues and a common bond or background. Staff network members create a positive and inclusive work environment at Great Ormond Street Hospital by actively contributing to the Trust's mission, values and efforts specific to inclusion. All of our staff networks are open to any employee.