Job summary
We are one of the largest tertiary cardiac departments in the UK, providing a full range of standard and complex, invasive and non-invasive diagnostic tests routinely performing complex interventional techniques on adult and congenital patients
We are looking for band 5 Cardiac Physiologists to join our progressive and enthusiastic team working across our hospital sites in Leicester. We can offer on-going training and development opportunities and actively encourage continued professional development. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates due to graduate this year as well as qualified Cardiac Physiologists.
We are really committed to the development of our colleagues and have a great career pathway in place with linked bandings. This means as you learn and develop with us, you can move through band 5, band 6 and band 7.
The successful applicants will be expected to work weekends and bank holidays as part of their shift patterns if required
Please note, applicants must be able to attend the department in person for interview. Telephone or Skype interviews will not be offered as part of this recruitment process.
All candidates should be on or eligible to join the voluntary RCCP register or the AHCS Healthcare Science Practitioner register.
If this post interest you, we would encourage you to come for an informal visit, or call for a chat or further information.
Main duties of the job
To undertake a range of routine cardiac physiological measurement tests on both adult and congenital patients, and to assist the Senior Cardiac Physiologists with other non-routine investigations.
To professionally develop oneself in preparation for progression to senior cardiac physiologist and maintain own CPD portfolio and adapt to the changing needs of the department
Working within a fast paced environment with a strong and friendly team you will provide a variety of basic and complex investigations to the whole of Leicestershire and beyond, whilst maintaining excellent standards of service and care. You will be specialised in a full range of both invasive and non-invasive investigations available in the Cardiac Investigations Department.
Supervise less experienced staff in own area of work, so maintaining the service.
Adhere to departmental policies and procedures, ensuring a quality service is maintained to patients, general practitioners and clinicians across the three sites
About us
Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).
We have four primary goals:
- high-quality care for all,
- being a great place to work,
- partnerships for impact, and
- research and education excellence
And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.
Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
- we are compassionate,
- we are proud,
- we are inclusive, and
- we are one team
This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.
About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:
http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Electrocardiography (ECG)
- Application/issue of ambulatory cardiac monitors on adult and paediatric patients
- Analyse and produce accurate clinical reports of ambulatory ECG recordings, which requires a high level of concentration over a period
- Assist with exercise tolerance tests
- Perform manual blood pressure measurements both at rest and during exercise testing
- Left heart catheterisation
- Basic echocardiography
- Routine basic pacemaker follow-up and advanced pacemaker follow-up
- Permanent pacemaker insertion
- Prepare equipment, ensuring that daily checks are carried out and the equipment is safe.
- Prepare the patient prior to the test, where necessary, ensuring repeatable accurate electrode placement to obtain the desired results and instruct the patient on test procedure.
- Operate equipment correctly, demonstrating accurate keyboard skills and observation of the rolling ECG and/or pressure measurements throughout several procedures e.g., exercise tolerance tests, ambulatory ECG analysis, left heart catheterisation.
- Recognise life threatening arrhythmias and follow adult ILS or paediatric BLS protocols in an event of life-threatening situation and recognise less critical problems, and as appropriate, seek assistance from medical or senior staff within the area.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Electrocardiography (ECG)
- Application/issue of ambulatory cardiac monitors on adult and paediatric patients
- Analyse and produce accurate clinical reports of ambulatory ECG recordings, which requires a high level of concentration over a period
- Assist with exercise tolerance tests
- Perform manual blood pressure measurements both at rest and during exercise testing
- Left heart catheterisation
- Basic echocardiography
- Routine basic pacemaker follow-up and advanced pacemaker follow-up
- Permanent pacemaker insertion
- Prepare equipment, ensuring that daily checks are carried out and the equipment is safe.
- Prepare the patient prior to the test, where necessary, ensuring repeatable accurate electrode placement to obtain the desired results and instruct the patient on test procedure.
- Operate equipment correctly, demonstrating accurate keyboard skills and observation of the rolling ECG and/or pressure measurements throughout several procedures e.g., exercise tolerance tests, ambulatory ECG analysis, left heart catheterisation.
- Recognise life threatening arrhythmias and follow adult ILS or paediatric BLS protocols in an event of life-threatening situation and recognise less critical problems, and as appropriate, seek assistance from medical or senior staff within the area.
Person Specification
Training and qualifications
Essential
- BSC in Healthcare science (Cardiac Physiology) or BSc Clinical Physiology (Cardiology) (Final year students welcome to apply - please state 'pending' for your results) or equivalent relevant qualification
- RCCP or AHCS-ability to register immediately
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- 3 years of a combination of academic and practical experience in non-invasive and invasive cardiac investigations. (Minimum 40 weeks practical work experience)
Desirable
- Training and supervision of new or less experienced staff
Communication and Relationship skills
Essential
- Ability to work and interact as part of a team as well as on an individual basis
- Aptitude for learning and teaching new procedures
- Excellent written communication interpersonal skills
Desirable
- Diplomatic
- Confident manner
Skills
Essential
- Good working knowledge of a range of non-invasive and invasive cardiac techniques: Ability to perform majority of the technical duties listed in key result area (ECG, Ambulatory Monitor fitting and analysis, assisting in ETT and BP, LHC/ RHC/PCI, temp pacing, CV, and emergency defibrillation)
- Use of data entry systems / computers
- Confidentiality
Desirable
- Basic experience in those technical duties listed in key result area 2 (including Pacing follow up, Pacing implant, technical support balloon pump, Paediatric Cath, and intervention)
Other requirements specific to the role
Essential
Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours
Essential
- Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours
Analytical and Judgement skills
Essential
- Very good organisational skills
- Able to prioritise and manage own time
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Essential
- Able to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs.
- All staff are expected to engage in compassionate and inclusive leadership in the provision of highquality care and interactions with others
Planning and organisation skills
Essential
- Very good organisational skills
- Able to prioritise and manage own time
Other requirements specific to the role
Essential
- Flexible approach to working
- Enthusiastic
- Able to cope with potentially upsetting situations
- Ability to remain calm under pressure
- Evidence of CPD
- Participate in 7 days working including Bank Holidays.
Desirable
- Able to work additional / flexible hours
Person Specification
Training and qualifications
Essential
- BSC in Healthcare science (Cardiac Physiology) or BSc Clinical Physiology (Cardiology) (Final year students welcome to apply - please state 'pending' for your results) or equivalent relevant qualification
- RCCP or AHCS-ability to register immediately
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- 3 years of a combination of academic and practical experience in non-invasive and invasive cardiac investigations. (Minimum 40 weeks practical work experience)
Desirable
- Training and supervision of new or less experienced staff
Communication and Relationship skills
Essential
- Ability to work and interact as part of a team as well as on an individual basis
- Aptitude for learning and teaching new procedures
- Excellent written communication interpersonal skills
Desirable
- Diplomatic
- Confident manner
Skills
Essential
- Good working knowledge of a range of non-invasive and invasive cardiac techniques: Ability to perform majority of the technical duties listed in key result area (ECG, Ambulatory Monitor fitting and analysis, assisting in ETT and BP, LHC/ RHC/PCI, temp pacing, CV, and emergency defibrillation)
- Use of data entry systems / computers
- Confidentiality
Desirable
- Basic experience in those technical duties listed in key result area 2 (including Pacing follow up, Pacing implant, technical support balloon pump, Paediatric Cath, and intervention)
Other requirements specific to the role
Essential
Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours
Essential
- Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours
Analytical and Judgement skills
Essential
- Very good organisational skills
- Able to prioritise and manage own time
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Essential
- Able to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs.
- All staff are expected to engage in compassionate and inclusive leadership in the provision of highquality care and interactions with others
Planning and organisation skills
Essential
- Very good organisational skills
- Able to prioritise and manage own time
Other requirements specific to the role
Essential
- Flexible approach to working
- Enthusiastic
- Able to cope with potentially upsetting situations
- Ability to remain calm under pressure
- Evidence of CPD
- Participate in 7 days working including Bank Holidays.
Desirable
- Able to work additional / flexible hours
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).
