Job summary
An opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated individual to join our team of Cardiac Physiologists, the applicant must be competent to perform the full range of cardiac diagnostic tests and have extensive experience in Cardiac rhythm management. The successful candidate will join our team of specialist physiologists leading device follow up clinics and working independently across all areas of device implants
Suitable candidates must possess either a Degree in Clinical Physiology, or BTEC / HTEC in MPPM or equivalent. BHRS accreditation is essential for the band 7 post and the successful candidates will be expected to work towards the IBHRE qualification in device therapy.
Voluntary Registration to AHCS is essential. The suitable applicant should have the ability to work under pressure and be able to prioritise your individual workload, as well as being able to work effectively within a team and support development of junior staff.
Provides experienced and multi-skilled hands-on participation in the complete range of diagnostic cardiac investigations. Provides expert knowledge in the area of complex devices, undertakes clinical interpretation of results and provision of reports for own and others work
Main duties of the job
Provides specialised technical expertise to pacing and ICD implant and follow up. Works as lead physiologist in device clinics, works independently within device implants and extractions.
Competent within all areas of cardiac physiology including Cath lab and non invasive
Participates in on call rota
Please see full job description attached
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
Provides specialised technical expertise to pacing and ICD implant/follow up.
Performs highly specialised diagnostic cardiac physiological testing on patients to aid clinical diagnosis without supervision.
Demonstrates empathy when dealing with patients in distressing conditions.
Independently interprets results and provides factual reports for highly specialised diagnostic cardiac investigations.
Performs necessary adjustments to devices which directly affect patients clinical outcomes.
Communicates effectively and advises clinical and non- clinical staff regarding outcomes of diagnostic investigations.
Participates on a roster basis, including on-call, in all areas of technical cardiology.
Undertakes supervision & training for clinical staff, trainee Cardiac physiologists and other allied health professionals.
Within their designated area assists the lead physiologist in implementing departmental strategies to ensure continuing development of patient-focused services
Assists the lead physiologist in monitoring and maintaining quality of services within designated section.
Ensures that individual own level of practice is kept up to date.
Demonstrates active participation in clinical audit, and R&D activities.
Has awareness of future implications for development of current cardiologyservices.
Works throughout a number of areas recognising all aspects of infection control measures needed for each specific clinical area.
Works within a multidiscipline environment abiding to strict regulations regarding radiation and protection from radiation.
Ensures all appropriate health and safety measures are taken when dealing with patients body fluids.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Provides specialised technical expertise to pacing and ICD implant/follow up.
Performs highly specialised diagnostic cardiac physiological testing on patients to aid clinical diagnosis without supervision.
Demonstrates empathy when dealing with patients in distressing conditions.
Independently interprets results and provides factual reports for highly specialised diagnostic cardiac investigations.
Performs necessary adjustments to devices which directly affect patients clinical outcomes.
Communicates effectively and advises clinical and non- clinical staff regarding outcomes of diagnostic investigations.
Participates on a roster basis, including on-call, in all areas of technical cardiology.
Undertakes supervision & training for clinical staff, trainee Cardiac physiologists and other allied health professionals.
Within their designated area assists the lead physiologist in implementing departmental strategies to ensure continuing development of patient-focused services
Assists the lead physiologist in monitoring and maintaining quality of services within designated section.
Ensures that individual own level of practice is kept up to date.
Demonstrates active participation in clinical audit, and R&D activities.
Has awareness of future implications for development of current cardiologyservices.
Works throughout a number of areas recognising all aspects of infection control measures needed for each specific clinical area.
Works within a multidiscipline environment abiding to strict regulations regarding radiation and protection from radiation.
Ensures all appropriate health and safety measures are taken when dealing with patients body fluids.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Education
Essential
- BSc Clinical Physiology
- ONC BTEC MPPM or Equivalent.HNC HTEC MPPM or Equivalent.
- Post graduate qualification in CRM- BHRS/IBHRE
- Voluntary Registered with AHCS
- ILS/ALS
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Proven experience and competencies in all areas of Cardiac physiology (Device implant, follow up, Cath lab and Non-invasive testing)
- Evidence of substantial experience working at Band 6 level
- Experience of delivering training and educational programmes
- Evidence of on -going personal development
- Evidence of participation in research projects
- Importance of maintaining patient confidentiality
- Health and safety
Desirable
- Computer skills ECDL etc.
Skills and Abillities
Essential
- Demonstrate the ability to work in highly demanding environment
- Excellent communication and leadership skills
- Excellent team working 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
Values and Behaviours
Essential
- Dynamic
- Enthusiastic
- Team Worker
- Leader
- Flexibility
- Excellent communicator
- Patient Focused
Person Specification
Qualifications and Education
Essential
- BSc Clinical Physiology
- ONC BTEC MPPM or Equivalent.HNC HTEC MPPM or Equivalent.
- Post graduate qualification in CRM- BHRS/IBHRE
- Voluntary Registered with AHCS
- ILS/ALS
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Proven experience and competencies in all areas of Cardiac physiology (Device implant, follow up, Cath lab and Non-invasive testing)
- Evidence of substantial experience working at Band 6 level
- Experience of delivering training and educational programmes
- Evidence of on -going personal development
- Evidence of participation in research projects
- Importance of maintaining patient confidentiality
- Health and safety
Desirable
- Computer skills ECDL etc.
Skills and Abillities
Essential
- Demonstrate the ability to work in highly demanding environment
- Excellent communication and leadership skills
- Excellent team working 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
Values and Behaviours
Essential
- Dynamic
- Enthusiastic
- Team Worker
- Leader
- Flexibility
- Excellent communicator
- Patient Focused
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).
