Associate Practitioner

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust

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Job summary

Associate Practitioner, Cardiology Suite, Part Time 34 hours per week

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our friendly team at Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust. We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual with excellent interpersonal skills to work as an Associate Practitioner This is a busy service providing specialist assessment and support for people with known or suspected heart conditions. You will be an integral member of the Cardiology team performing routine cardiac investigations which involve direct patient contact such as, but not exclusively, 12 Lead Electrocardiograms (ECGs), Fitting & Removal of Ambulatory ECG & BP Monitors, Ambulatory ECG Analysis, Cardiac Perfusion studies and assisting in Exercise Tolerance Tests. This post is suitable for newly qualified PTP students looking for clinical experience. We are committed to providing a high quality service and actively encourage personal professional development and further training. Candidates should be forward thinking, possess a professional attitude and be able to work flexibly in a busy team and individually. Candidates should possess an appropriate Level 5 Qualification or equivalent e.g. PTP or Foundation degree in a relevant science subject, and SCST Diploma in ECG Interpretation (expected within 6months of recruitment) For further information, or to arrange to visit the department please contact Melvina Barsby, Non-Invasive Cardiology Lead on 01709 424575, melvina.barsby@nhs.net

Main duties of the job

To undertake a range of non-invasive cardiac investigations as appropriate to the role. Performs routine non-invasive cardiac investigations independently such as: Ambulatory ECG and BP Ambulatory monitor fitting and analysis, performing 12 lead ECG in a range of clinical settings, Myocardial Perfusion studies. To assist as the second practitioner in Tilt Table Testing and Exercise Tolerance Testing. To support Rapid Access Chest Pain Clinic and Syncope Clinic. Works under the guidance of a Senior Physiologist. Provides assistance to the Implanting Clinician/ Physiologist during ILR implantation, monitoring haemodynamic status and providing patient information Distributes home monitors to patients and provides instructions for use Deals with basic telephone queries and seeks guidance from senior physiologists where appropriate Interprets ECG and basic haemodynamic data and reports abnormalities to senior colleagues within an appropriate timescale to maintain patient safety Documents findings/ writes basic technical reports in accordance with departmental protocols. Provides administrative support, including the maintenance of departmental databases Communicates with medical staff from within the hospital and from other centres/community for information regarding patient care To work flexibly in accordance with the department needs. Performs other relevant duties as specified by the Service Lead

About us

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust (TRFT) is a combined acute and community Trust serving our local population of around 270,000 people. Our vision is to always act the right way and be proud to provide exceptional healthcare to the communities of Rotherham.

As a Trust we are on a journey to excellence and our people and culture are at the heart of everything we do for patients. In the latest NHS Staff Survey, we are the second most improved Trust in England for would you recommend the Trust as a place to work?, and were one of the most improved for staff engagement overall.

But dont just take our word for it each year hundreds of colleagues receive nominations for our Excellence and Proud awards, showcasing our brilliant people and recognising their achievements. Our people make a difference to the lives of patients every day and we are proud of the improvements we are making.

All of our 5,100 colleagues are key to our improvement journey, and we are continuing to improve our services by upholding the Trusts values of Ambitious, Caring and Together. If you are passionate about making a difference, then please apply to join us on our journey to excellence.

Date posted

13 August 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£25,147 to £27,596 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

C9165-24-07-059a

Job locations

The Rotherham Nhs Foundation Trust

Moorgate Road

Rotherham

South Yorkshire

S60 2UD

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibilities

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibilities

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

Relevant experience of working in healthcare science
Experience of performing a range of routine non-invasive cardiac investigations (such as 12 Lead ECG, Ambulatory ECG/BP monitor fitting and analysis, Myocardial Perfusion studies, Exercise Tolerance Testing, Tilt Table Testing)
Evidence of up-to-date CPD within Cardiology

knowledge

Essential

Theory & practice of 12 Lead ECG
Interpretation of cardiac rhythms on ECG
Up-to-date knowledge of routine non-invasive cardiac physiology investigations including Ambulatory ECG/BP Monitoring, Exercise Tolerance Testing, Tilt Table Testing and Myocardial Perfusion studies
Knowledge of professional standards in keeping with voluntary professional registration (e.g. RCCP/ AHCS)
Knowledge of NHS Policies, practices and procedures including clinical governance

Desirable

Awareness of more advanced procedures such as cardiac devices, cardiac catheterisation or trans-thoracic echocardiography

Qualifications

Essential

Appropriate Level 5 Qualification or equivalent e.g. Foundation degree in a relevant science subject. Suitable for candidates with PTP

Desirable

SCST Diploma in ECG Interpretation (expected within 6months of recruitment)
Working towards level 6 apprenticeship

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

Relevant experience of working in healthcare science
Experience of performing a range of routine non-invasive cardiac investigations (such as 12 Lead ECG, Ambulatory ECG/BP monitor fitting and analysis, Myocardial Perfusion studies, Exercise Tolerance Testing, Tilt Table Testing)
Evidence of up-to-date CPD within Cardiology

knowledge

Essential

Theory & practice of 12 Lead ECG
Interpretation of cardiac rhythms on ECG
Up-to-date knowledge of routine non-invasive cardiac physiology investigations including Ambulatory ECG/BP Monitoring, Exercise Tolerance Testing, Tilt Table Testing and Myocardial Perfusion studies
Knowledge of professional standards in keeping with voluntary professional registration (e.g. RCCP/ AHCS)
Knowledge of NHS Policies, practices and procedures including clinical governance

Desirable

Awareness of more advanced procedures such as cardiac devices, cardiac catheterisation or trans-thoracic echocardiography

Qualifications

Essential

Appropriate Level 5 Qualification or equivalent e.g. Foundation degree in a relevant science subject. Suitable for candidates with PTP

Desirable

SCST Diploma in ECG Interpretation (expected within 6months of recruitment)
Working towards level 6 apprenticeship

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.