Job summary
To provide a wide range of Cardiac Diagnostic tests in both Non - Invasive & Invasive Cardiology, as per a Band 5 Cardiac Physiology role.
To undertake training to gain experience to become a fully autonomous Cardiac Physiologist in addition to joining the PPCI on call rota when experienced to do so.
Additional contract details: 3 vacancies - all Band 5 Cardiac Physiologist
Additional working pattern details: Four long working days per week (3 x 8am-6pm & 1 x 8am-5.30pm)
The proposed interview date is: 6th August
Main duties of the job
The post holder will acquire and maintain a high level of professional competence in the performance of all tests, investigations and measurements carried out under the band 5 remit. They will be expected to interpret and act upon results of tests, investigations and measurements in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
The post holder will work in a multidisciplinary team that includes other cardiac physiologists, assistant cardiac practitioners, radiographers, consultants and medical staff, nursing staff and all other personnel either hospital or externally based.
When appropriately trained and experienced, to perform in PCI & to participate in the 24/7 PPCI on call rota as required.
About us
The Cardiology department is particularly forward thinking with 13 Consultant Cardiologists. A wide range of procedures are performed within the department, including the three brand new catheter laboratories (complex device implantation & PCI).
The Trust provides an extensive follow-up service for all devices and includes a well-established remote follow-up service. The remote service has been expanded and developed during the Covid-19 pandemic.The successful candidate will be expected to rotate through both the Non - invasive and the invasive sections of the department. They will be autonomous is a variety of diagnostic investigations and will be offered training to increase their skills and knowledge accordingly.
The Cardiac Services are located on one site at the Gloucestershire Royal Hospital with a 3rd lab opened in January 2025, with a view to delivering EP locally.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will acquire and maintain a high level of professional competence in the performance of all tests, investigations and measurements carried out under the band 5 remit. They will be expected to interpret and act upon results of tests, investigations and measurements in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
The post holder will work in a multidisciplinary team that includes other cardiac physiologists, assistant cardiac practitioners, radiographers, consultants and medical staff, nursing staff and all other personnel either hospital or externally based.
When appropriately trained and experienced, to perform in PCI & to participate in the 24/7 PPCI on call rota as required.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will acquire and maintain a high level of professional competence in the performance of all tests, investigations and measurements carried out under the band 5 remit. They will be expected to interpret and act upon results of tests, investigations and measurements in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
The post holder will work in a multidisciplinary team that includes other cardiac physiologists, assistant cardiac practitioners, radiographers, consultants and medical staff, nursing staff and all other personnel either hospital or externally based.
When appropriately trained and experienced, to perform in PCI & to participate in the 24/7 PPCI on call rota as required.
Person Specification
Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Appropriate post graduation experience
- BTEC, HTEC MPPM or degree in Clinical physiology or equivalent
- Various short courses to demonstrate up to date clinical knowledge
- RCCP registration or HCPC registration
- Communication skills
- Promotes a positive team environment
- Ability to prioritise and organise own work load
- Experience with a variety of non-invasive and invasive cardiology procedures
- Exposure to a variety of Invasive cardiology procedures
- Database experience
Desirable
- Variety of both non invasive & invasive diagnostic testing
Person Specification
Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Appropriate post graduation experience
- BTEC, HTEC MPPM or degree in Clinical physiology or equivalent
- Various short courses to demonstrate up to date clinical knowledge
- RCCP registration or HCPC registration
- Communication skills
- Promotes a positive team environment
- Ability to prioritise and organise own work load
- Experience with a variety of non-invasive and invasive cardiology procedures
- Exposure to a variety of Invasive cardiology procedures
- Database experience
Desirable
- Variety of both non invasive & invasive diagnostic testing
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
