Job summary
This post may close early due to high volume of applications.
Vacancy has arisen for a cardiac physiologist in the cardiac investigations unit, within In-Hospital care at North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust. We are pleased to offer a full time post to work within the multi-disciplinary team. Applicants will have a BSc in Cardiac Physiology or equivalent and eligible for RCCP registration. There may be opportunity for this posts hours to be discussed subject to other staffing availabilities, if desired. This post will work alongside, under the supervision of the specialist leads to enable us to co-ordinate a quality service. the successful candidate will work at all Trust sites including the Community diagnostic centre at Stockton as required
previous NHS experience on an acute site is essential
For further information or an opportunity to visit the unit and In hospital care Directorate, please contact either Mike Baker, 01642 24500 or Louise Tindall, Unit Manager on 01429 522025.
Main duties of the job
To work as a professional practitioner providing an efficient and effective specialist clinical service within the field of Cardiology ensuring high standards of patient care. Previous NHS experience is essential
Perform a range of diagnostic cardiac investigations providing accurate information aiding diagnosis and treatment. analyse and report ambulatory ECG's . work independently, alongside the MDT in the cardiac Cath lab. including invasive angiography and device implant. Assist within device follow up clinics as appropriate.
Contribute towards organisation of staff duties, daily workloads, waiting lists and prioritising cardiac investigations to ensure targets are met whilst providing a smoothly run well-balanced day.
Involved in training, advice and developmental support for other staff.
You should be an effective communicator and will work closely with the cardiology multidisciplinary teams and acute wards. We seek to appoint a motivated individual who has the skills and experience to work with the staff to develop your own skills and the existing services.
Exciting opportunity to be part of the unit require enthusiasm, flexibility and somebody who enjoys the challenges of problem solving and working under pressure with the ability to cope with changing demands of the directorate, prioritising your workload accordingly.
The post is subject to a satisfactory enhanced CRB Disclosure.
About us
North Tees & Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust our main priority is, and always will be, to provide safe and high quality care to our patients every day; the kind of care we would want for ourselves and our loved ones. We want our organisation to be the best place to work with the right staff, in the right roles, at the right time, to ensure we deliver exceptional patient care and experience.
We will support staff through providing an inclusive and supportive workplace with health and well-being initiatives, staff benefits and opportunities for personal and professional development. Staff recognition is very important to us; as well as performance reviews and appraisals, we recognise staff through Star and Team of the month, colleague recognition - a note of thanks, Managers Awards, Shining Stars and Service Awards.
We recruit for values and "Together we are North Tees & Hartlepool".
Job description
Job responsibilities
also see JD
Previous NHS experience is essential
To work as a professional practitioner providing an efficient and effective specialist clinical service within the field of Cardiology ensuring high standards of patient care.
work independently in the cath lab alongside the multidisciplinary team
Perform a range of diagnostic cardiac investigations providing accurate information aiding diagnosis and treatment. analyse and accurately report 24 hr tapes and monitors
Contribute towards organisation of staff duties, daily workloads, waiting lists and prioritising cardiac investigations to ensure targets are met whilst providing a smoothly run well-balanced day.
Involved in training, advice and developmental support for other staff.
Job description
Job responsibilities
also see JD
Previous NHS experience is essential
To work as a professional practitioner providing an efficient and effective specialist clinical service within the field of Cardiology ensuring high standards of patient care.
work independently in the cath lab alongside the multidisciplinary team
Perform a range of diagnostic cardiac investigations providing accurate information aiding diagnosis and treatment. analyse and accurately report 24 hr tapes and monitors
Contribute towards organisation of staff duties, daily workloads, waiting lists and prioritising cardiac investigations to ensure targets are met whilst providing a smoothly run well-balanced day.
Involved in training, advice and developmental support for other staff.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc Hons in cardiac physiology/ physiological science
Desirable
- working towards either HRUK or BSE
Experience
Essential
- knowledge of all aspects of cardiac physiology provided in training
- must have previous NHS experience in a a DGH or tertiary centre
- recent independent working in the cardiac cath lab
Desirable
skills and aptitude
Essential
- ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
- ability to interpret data and write a report of findings where appropriate
Desirable
- excellent knowledge of technical cardiology
disposition
Essential
- ability to foresee implications of decicions and their impact on others
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc Hons in cardiac physiology/ physiological science
Desirable
- working towards either HRUK or BSE
Experience
Essential
- knowledge of all aspects of cardiac physiology provided in training
- must have previous NHS experience in a a DGH or tertiary centre
- recent independent working in the cardiac cath lab
Desirable
skills and aptitude
Essential
- ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
- ability to interpret data and write a report of findings where appropriate
Desirable
- excellent knowledge of technical cardiology
disposition
Essential
- ability to foresee implications of decicions and their impact on others
Desirable
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).
Employer details
Employer name
North Tees & Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust
Address
North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust
Hardwick
Stockton
TS19 8PE
Employer's website
https://www.nth.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)