Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join us in the Cardio-Respiratory department as a Band 3 Healthcare Science Assistant - Cardiology.
The role will predominantly be based at the local Walton community diagnostic centre (CDC) however successful candidates will be expected to also work within the main Cardio-Respiratory department at Chesterfield Royal Hospital when required.
Main duties of the job
This role will include performing 12 Lead ECG's, fitting, and downloading of both ambulatory ECG monitors and ambulatory BP monitors.
Due to being predominantly based within the CDC, candidates should possess experience performing the investigations and be able to independently manage their own clinics with minimal supervision.
About us
Chesterfield Royal Hospital is located in Calow, Chesterfield, which is situated on a green field site on the edge of the Peak District National Park. It is home to the Crooked Spire and is also close to Sheffield, Derby and Nottingham, thus offering numerous choices for recreational activities and lifestyles.
Chesterfield Royal Hospital was officially opened by the queen in 1985 and since then it has continued to expand and modernise, currently holding approximately 500 beds. We provide acute in-patient and out-patient care for Chesterfield and the surrounding rural area of North Derbyshire, serving a population of approximately 400,000 people.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role, team structure and responsibilities.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role, team structure and responsibilities.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE pass or equivalent in English, Maths and Science grade
- SCST certificate in electrocardiography
Desirable
- NVQ level 3 or equivalent experience
Experience
Essential
- Experience of performing basic cardiac investigations - ECG, ambulatory monitors etc
- Knowledge of issues of working with confidential information and understanding of need for confidentiality
- Understanding of the Cardio-Vascular system
- Ability to work under remote supervision
Skills
Essential
- Good communication skills with the ability to communicate with all grades of clinical staff across the range of specialities
- Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team in addition to working independently
Demonstrates Trust Values
Essential
- Compassion, Ambition, Respect, Encouragement
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Enthusiastic and highly motivated to develop in the role
- Meticulous approach to accuracy and detail
- Committed to Continuous Professional Development
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE pass or equivalent in English, Maths and Science grade
- SCST certificate in electrocardiography
Desirable
- NVQ level 3 or equivalent experience
Experience
Essential
- Experience of performing basic cardiac investigations - ECG, ambulatory monitors etc
- Knowledge of issues of working with confidential information and understanding of need for confidentiality
- Understanding of the Cardio-Vascular system
- Ability to work under remote supervision
Skills
Essential
- Good communication skills with the ability to communicate with all grades of clinical staff across the range of specialities
- Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team in addition to working independently
Demonstrates Trust Values
Essential
- Compassion, Ambition, Respect, Encouragement
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Enthusiastic and highly motivated to develop in the role
- Meticulous approach to accuracy and detail
- Committed to Continuous Professional Development
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).
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).
