Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Assistant Cardiac Physiologist to join our busy cardiac physiology department.
You will be involved in all aspects of the non-invasive Cardiology Department and will be expected to assist in the timely, efficient and safe delivery of Cardiology procedures.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Assistant Cardiac Physiologist to join our busy Cardiac Physiology department.
You will be involved in all aspects of the non-invasive Cardiology Department and will be expected to assist in the timely, efficient and safe delivery of Cardiology procedures.
You must be able to coordinate the day-to-day running of the ECG and ambulatory monitoring service performing and reporting under indirect supervision and will also be involved with the exercise testing and MIBI services.
In addition to this, you will be expected to undertake ordering and audit stock levels as part of their role
About us
Our Trust
Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) NHS Foundation Trust comprises Addenbrooke's Hospital and the Rosie Hospital in Cambridge. With over 11000 staff and over 1100 beds the priorities of the Trust focus on a quality service which is all about people - patients, staff and partners. Recognised as providing 'outstanding' care to our patients and rated 'Good' overall by the Care Quality Commissioner, is testament to the skill and dedication of the people who work here. CUH's values - Together - Safe, Kind, Excellent - are at the heart of patient care, defining the way all staff work and behave. The Trust provides accessible high-quality healthcare for the local people of Cambridge, together with specialist services, dealing with rare or complex conditions for a regional, national and international population.
CUH is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves. We value our differences and fully advocate and support an inclusive working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential. We want to ensure our people are truly representative of all the communities that we serve. We welcome applications for all positions in the organisation irrespective of people's age, disability, ethnicity, race, nationality, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity status or social economic background.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities.
This vacancy will close at midnight on 22nd February 2024
Interviews are due to be held week commencing 4th March 2024
Benefits to you
We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse, day nurseries and access to a great transport system with easy access to airports and rail travel.
Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases alternative working hours will be considered.
We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities.
This vacancy will close at midnight on 22nd February 2024
Interviews are due to be held week commencing 4th March 2024
Benefits to you
We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse, day nurseries and access to a great transport system with easy access to airports and rail travel.
Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases alternative working hours will be considered.
We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Foundation degree health care science or equivalent.
- Society of Cardiological Society and Technology ECG diploma and / or ECG certificate.
- Basic life support
Desirable
- Immediate Life Support
- Successful completion of year 1 of the foundation degree in healthcare science or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Relevant intermediate experience in a range of non-invasive techniques (ECG, ambulatory ECG monitor fitting and analysis, exercise tolerance testing, MIBI).
- Wide range of cardiology knowledge.
- Experience working in a healthcare environment, working alongside clinical and managerial staff.
- Experience of communicating directly with patients/carers and visitors.
Desirable
- Previous NHS experience.
- Experience of training people.
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of procedures (ECG, ambulatory ECG fitting and analysis, exercise stress testing, MIBIs).
- Data protection.
Desirable
- High degree of knowledge in medical terminology.
Skills
Essential
- Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Good planning and organisational skills
- Ability to produce work quickly and accurately to a high standard.
- Ability to manage and prioritise and manage own time appropriately.
- Ability to work as part of a team.
- Well-developed interpersonal skills - ability to liaise effectively with and provide advice to a wide range of people including senior clinical staff and managers.
- Ability to deal with all levels of staff effectively and efficiently.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Desirable
- Experience with a range of diagnostic equipment, platforms and databases.
- Ability to deal with problems in a calm and methodical manner.
- Ability to exercise own judgement.
- IT / computer literate - proficient use of Microsoft Office applications.
Additional Requirements
Essential
- The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of Safe, Kind, Excellent.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Foundation degree health care science or equivalent.
- Society of Cardiological Society and Technology ECG diploma and / or ECG certificate.
- Basic life support
Desirable
- Immediate Life Support
- Successful completion of year 1 of the foundation degree in healthcare science or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Relevant intermediate experience in a range of non-invasive techniques (ECG, ambulatory ECG monitor fitting and analysis, exercise tolerance testing, MIBI).
- Wide range of cardiology knowledge.
- Experience working in a healthcare environment, working alongside clinical and managerial staff.
- Experience of communicating directly with patients/carers and visitors.
Desirable
- Previous NHS experience.
- Experience of training people.
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of procedures (ECG, ambulatory ECG fitting and analysis, exercise stress testing, MIBIs).
- Data protection.
Desirable
- High degree of knowledge in medical terminology.
Skills
Essential
- Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Good planning and organisational skills
- Ability to produce work quickly and accurately to a high standard.
- Ability to manage and prioritise and manage own time appropriately.
- Ability to work as part of a team.
- Well-developed interpersonal skills - ability to liaise effectively with and provide advice to a wide range of people including senior clinical staff and managers.
- Ability to deal with all levels of staff effectively and efficiently.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Desirable
- Experience with a range of diagnostic equipment, platforms and databases.
- Ability to deal with problems in a calm and methodical manner.
- Ability to exercise own judgement.
- IT / computer literate - proficient use of Microsoft Office applications.
Additional Requirements
Essential
- The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of Safe, Kind, Excellent.
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).