Specialist physiologist ACHD echocardiography

Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital

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Job summary

We are seeking a dynamic motivated physiologist trained within the area of ACHD Echocardiography. The successful candidates will work with the existing CHD staff in the Northwest to provide Level 1 services in Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital and satellite centres. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of the ACHD service in the Northwest and to deliver a CHD service which meets the CHD clinical standards. The suitable candidate will be based in Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital but will be expected to also work across satellite sites. We are looking for candidates who share our passion for patient and family care, with a strong belief in influencing the quality agenda, whilst supporting the development of nursing and medical colleagues alike.

Voluntary Registration to the AHCS/RCCP and BSE accreditation or equivalent are essential, you should hold EACVI accreditation in CHD. The suitable applicant should have the ability to work under pressure and be able to prioritise their individual workload, as well as being able to work effectively within a team and support development of junior staff.

Main duties of the job

T This position will allow the successful candidates the opportunity to participate in all areas of ACHD Echocardiography techniques including, TOE and invasive structural procedures requiring echo support.

The successful candidate will also assist in the development and delivery of training plans. The candidate should be able to provide evidence of continuing professional development.

About us

As the largest single site specialist heart and chest hospital in the UK, we, at Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital, have a clear vision 'to be the best cardiothoracic integrated healthcare organisation'.

We provide specialist services in cardiothoracic surgery, cardiology, respiratory medicine both in the hospital and out in the community.

We serve a catchment area of 2.8 million people, spanning Merseyside, Cheshire, North Wales and the Isle of Man, and increasingly we receive referrals from outside these areas for highly specialised services such as aortics.

Our reputation for strong performance is important in delivering the best care for our patients and high quality clinical services. This is underpinned by a culture of research and innovation, delivered in modern estate and our encouragement of flexible working in a variety of forms.

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Date posted

24 May 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8a

Salary

£50,952 to £57,349 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

410-MED-6305467

Job locations

Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital

Thomas Drive

Liverpool

L143PE


Job description

Job responsibilities

The appointee will be an expert in ACHD Echocardiography, joining a team of Adult Congenital Heart Disease (ACHD) specialists responsible for the care management of ACHD patients within the Northwest Congenital Heart Disease Partnership (NWCHDP), serving a population of 7.5 million people.

The role includes providing outpatient clinics and inpatient Echocardiography procedures throughout the NWCHDP.

The appointee will also be expected to participate in a rotation to cover ACHD inpatient and outpatient activities at Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital and its satellite sites.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The appointee will be an expert in ACHD Echocardiography, joining a team of Adult Congenital Heart Disease (ACHD) specialists responsible for the care management of ACHD patients within the Northwest Congenital Heart Disease Partnership (NWCHDP), serving a population of 7.5 million people.

The role includes providing outpatient clinics and inpatient Echocardiography procedures throughout the NWCHDP.

The appointee will also be expected to participate in a rotation to cover ACHD inpatient and outpatient activities at Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital and its satellite sites.

Person Specification

Education

Essential

  • ONC BTEC MPPM or Equivalent
  • HNC HTEC MPPM or Equivalent
  • BSc Clinical Physiology
  • Voluntary Registered with ACHS / RCCP
  • EACVI CHD (European association of cardiovascular imaging

Desirable

  • ILS/ALS
  • BSE accreditation

Experience

Essential

  • Proven experience and competencies in all areas of EchocardiographHealth and Safety
  • Proven experience in the field of ACHD echocardiography
  • Evidence of substantial experience working at Band 7
  • Evidence of on-going personal development
  • Evidence of participation in research projects
  • Evidence of delivering teaching programmes to staff groups
  • Health and Safety

Desirable

  • NHS management training/experience in recruitment, disciplinary procedures, sickness absence etc
  • Personal development in areas of Leadership
Person Specification

Education

Essential

  • ONC BTEC MPPM or Equivalent
  • HNC HTEC MPPM or Equivalent
  • BSc Clinical Physiology
  • Voluntary Registered with ACHS / RCCP
  • EACVI CHD (European association of cardiovascular imaging

Desirable

  • ILS/ALS
  • BSE accreditation

Experience

Essential

  • Proven experience and competencies in all areas of EchocardiographHealth and Safety
  • Proven experience in the field of ACHD echocardiography
  • Evidence of substantial experience working at Band 7
  • Evidence of on-going personal development
  • Evidence of participation in research projects
  • Evidence of delivering teaching programmes to staff groups
  • Health and Safety

Desirable

  • NHS management training/experience in recruitment, disciplinary procedures, sickness absence etc
  • Personal development in areas of Leadership

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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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).

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital

Address

Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital

Thomas Drive

Liverpool

L143PE


Employer's website

https://www.lhch.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital

Address

Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital

Thomas Drive

Liverpool

L143PE


Employer's website

https://www.lhch.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

For questions about the job, contact:

Lead physiologist for ACHD echocardiography

Stephen Qadir

stephen.qadir@lhch.nhs.uk

Date posted

24 May 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8a

Salary

£50,952 to £57,349 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

410-MED-6305467

Job locations

Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital

Thomas Drive

Liverpool

L143PE


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