Job summary
An exciting opportunity has come up for a band 7 BSE qualified cardiac physiologist in the Critical Care/Research Unit, UHW
This post is a secondment for two years and is funded through the VPAG (Voluntary Scheme for Branded Medicines Pricing, Access and Growth) scheme administered by Health Care Research Wales (HCRW). The successful candidate will join the existing band 8a cardiac physiologist (team lead) undertaking echocardiography within critical care. The role will involve working closely with the clinical staff and will also involve teaching and training. This role is part of a wider point of care ultrasound team which we hope to develop operating from within critical care. As such it may involve acutely ill patients in other areas of the hospital such as cardiac critical care, coronary care, stroke ward or the emergency department.
The aim is to develop a wider point of care ultrasound team for acutely ill patients that will involve other team members whose skills have been attained from backgrounds in radiography or as a clinical scientist. There will be opportunities for the post holder to develop these other new skills, attend training courses and conferences.
As the post is funded through the VPAG scheme there is a necessity to undertake echocardiograms for research studies, prioritising commercial opportunities.
Main duties of the job
As an advanced independent practitioner the post-holder will provide a high level of expertise and assistance in the specialist area of Echocardiography producing clinical reports that are used in the treatment and diagnosis of heart disease.
This will be both in the acute setting of the Critical Care unit as well as within the research unit, for the provision of detailed echocardiography for clinical trials.
You will provide training and education to own and other healthcare staff, and as a qualified assessor undertake the supervision, training and assessment of clinical trainees.
You will have the opportunity to learn/maintain new skills, with protected time for your own training and development, for example ACHD within cardiology.
About us
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 17,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving over 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services. Together we are committed to improving health outcomes for everyone, delivering excellent care and support.
Our mission is "Living Well, Caring Well, Working Together", and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. Our 10-year transformation and improvement strategy, Shaping Our Future Wellbeing, is our chance to work collaboratively with the public and our workforce to make our health board more sustainable for the future.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
This post is fixed term/secondment for 2 years due to funding.
If you are interested in applying for the secondment position, you must obtain permission from your current line manager prior to applying for this post.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
This post is fixed term/secondment for 2 years due to funding.
If you are interested in applying for the secondment position, you must obtain permission from your current line manager prior to applying for this post.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- British Society of Echocardiography (BSE) Accreditation.
- BSc Clinical Physiology or equivalent
Desirable
- Leadership / Management qualification
- ILS
Experience
Essential
- Substantial experience in a senior clinical physiologist role in echocardiography
- Experience of Critical Care echocardiography
Desirable
- Prior experience in Adult Congenital Heart Disease echocardiography
- Experience of participation in research and audit
Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Proven record of teaching and supervision of other staff.
- Proficient in echocardiography and report writing
- Ability to prioritise work
- Organisational and time management skills
- Evidence of autonomous practice
- Problem solving skills
- Evidence of managerial skills
- Manual dexterity for using a wide range of specialist medical equipment
- Exhibits good leadership skills.
- Precise, accurate, and attention to detail
Desirable
- Presentation Skills
- Ability to use Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, Access etc
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Confident, conscientious, empathetic and enthusiastic
- Flexible approach to the service
- Ability to work effectively as part of a MDT
- Able to work calmly and effectively under pressure.
Desirable
- Ability to speak Welsh
- Understanding of local and national issues that may impact on cardiac services and its potential impact on specialist services.
Other
Essential
- Commitment to provide a high quality service
Specialist Knowldge
Essential
- Extensive knowledge of the technical aspects of cardiac investigations and therapy
- Proficient ECG analysis skills
Desirable
- Understanding of TOE
- Good underpinning knowledge of congenital heart disease.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- British Society of Echocardiography (BSE) Accreditation.
- BSc Clinical Physiology or equivalent
Desirable
- Leadership / Management qualification
- ILS
Experience
Essential
- Substantial experience in a senior clinical physiologist role in echocardiography
- Experience of Critical Care echocardiography
Desirable
- Prior experience in Adult Congenital Heart Disease echocardiography
- Experience of participation in research and audit
Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Proven record of teaching and supervision of other staff.
- Proficient in echocardiography and report writing
- Ability to prioritise work
- Organisational and time management skills
- Evidence of autonomous practice
- Problem solving skills
- Evidence of managerial skills
- Manual dexterity for using a wide range of specialist medical equipment
- Exhibits good leadership skills.
- Precise, accurate, and attention to detail
Desirable
- Presentation Skills
- Ability to use Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, Access etc
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Confident, conscientious, empathetic and enthusiastic
- Flexible approach to the service
- Ability to work effectively as part of a MDT
- Able to work calmly and effectively under pressure.
Desirable
- Ability to speak Welsh
- Understanding of local and national issues that may impact on cardiac services and its potential impact on specialist services.
Other
Essential
- Commitment to provide a high quality service
Specialist Knowldge
Essential
- Extensive knowledge of the technical aspects of cardiac investigations and therapy
- Proficient ECG analysis skills
Desirable
- Understanding of TOE
- Good underpinning knowledge of congenital heart disease.
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).
