Job summary
Job Details: We are seeking a dynamic and motivated Echocardiography Physiologist with established competency in adult echocardiography and a strong desire to develop expertise in (ACHD) echocardiography. This position offers a clear pathway for progression from Band 6 to Band 7 upon the successful completion of predetermined targets.
Applicants should demonstrate proficiency in basic adult echocardiography and be actively working towards BSE or EACVI accreditation. This role presents an exciting training opportunity to further enhance echocardiographic skills, with the successful candidate working alongside the existing congenital heart disease (CHD) team, delivering Level 1 services at Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital and its satellite centres.
Main duties of the job
T Main Duties: This position offers the successful candidate the opportunity to develop full competency in all areas of ACHD echocardiography. The successful candidate must already demonstrate proficiency in adult echocardiography.
Location: The successful candidate will be primarily based at Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital but will be expected to work across satellite sites as required.
Candidate Profile: We are seeking individuals who are passionate about patient and family care, with a strong commitment to influencing the quality of care. The ideal candidate will also demonstrate a collaborative approach to supporting the development of nursing and medical colleagues.
Training and Development: This role provides the successful candidate with the opportunity to engage in all aspects of ACHD echocardiography, supported by a comprehensive training plan.
Professional Development: The candidate must be able to provide evidence of ongoing professional development.
Registration: Voluntary registration with the AHCS (Academy for Healthcare Science) or RCCP (Registration Council for Clinical Physiologists) is essential.
Skills and Competencies: The suitable applicant must be able to work effectively under pressure, prioritize their workload efficiently, and demonstrate the ability to work well within a team, including supporting the development of junior staff.
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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Job description
Job responsibilities
The appointee will work towards becoming 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.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The appointee will work towards becoming 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.
Person Specification
Education
Essential
- ONC BTEC MPPM or Equivalent
- HNC HTEC MPPM or Equivalent
- BSc Clinical Physiology
- Voluntary Registered with ACHS / RCCP
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
Skills and abilities. Values and behaviour
Essential
- Good team working skills
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Take responsibility for accurate work
- Work under pressure
- Work to deadlines
- Ability to organise work rotas
- Monitoring and training junior members of staff and other health care providers.
Desirable
- oILS/ALS
- Active Membership of BSE
- Computer skills ECDL etc.
- oNHS 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
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
Skills and abilities. Values and behaviour
Essential
- Good team working skills
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Take responsibility for accurate work
- Work under pressure
- Work to deadlines
- Ability to organise work rotas
- Monitoring and training junior members of staff and other health care providers.
Desirable
- oILS/ALS
- Active Membership of BSE
- Computer skills ECDL etc.
- oNHS 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.
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).
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
