Job summary
We are looking for a motivated, enthusiastic and conscientious Specialist Cardiac Physiologist to help develop the Non Invasive Cardiology service and to actively participate with the echocardiography service. This role will provide valuable opportunities to develop organisational and service improvement skills as well as developing clinical ability. Transthoracic echocardiography plays a key role, and, once BSE-accredited, further development in areas such as contrast echocardiography and physiologist-led services are possible.
Our team provide a wide range of specialist services on adult and paediatric patients. We pride ourselves on actively supporting continual professional development through educational and mentoring sessions.
Our department operates Monday to Saturday. Full time staff work 4 days per week. You may be asked to participate in Saturday and bank holiday working on a rotational basis with a compensatory day off during the week.
Main duties of the job
YOUR MAIN DUTIES
You can read an overview of the main duties of the role in the section below: Job Description and Main Responsibilities.
To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents attached.
About us
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated 'Good' by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.
We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. UHS employees can access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.
Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.
Job description
Job responsibilities
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
WHAT YOULL DO
Your key responsibilities will include:
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Organisation and development of Non-Invasive Services including training and development of staff working in the area
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The development of quality assurance systems for specific tests
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Performing and reporting adult transthoracic echocardiograms to a high level.
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Working towards local sign off to scan and report adult transthoracic echocardiograms.
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Working towards BSE accreditation in transthoracic echocardiography.
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Starting to gain experience in speciality echo areas.
A full list of your roles and responsibilities can be found within the Job Description document.
WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR
There are 3 key attributes we are looking for:
In addition to these attributes, you must hold a suitable qualification (BSc Clinical Physiology or equivalent) with at least 1 year post qualification experience in echocardiography. BSE accreditation in adult transthoracic echocardiography or equivalent is desirable but not essential. We would expect you to be working towards BSE accreditation.
RCCP/HCPC/AHCS registration is desirable.
Applicants should be highly self-motivated and possess excellent interpersonal skills.
Evidence of post qualification CPD is essential.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Interviews will be held on Tuesday, 18 October 2022
Should you have any queries, please use the contact details below to get in touch.
Job description
Job responsibilities
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
WHAT YOULL DO
Your key responsibilities will include:
-
Organisation and development of Non-Invasive Services including training and development of staff working in the area
-
The development of quality assurance systems for specific tests
-
Performing and reporting adult transthoracic echocardiograms to a high level.
-
Working towards local sign off to scan and report adult transthoracic echocardiograms.
-
Working towards BSE accreditation in transthoracic echocardiography.
-
Starting to gain experience in speciality echo areas.
A full list of your roles and responsibilities can be found within the Job Description document.
WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR
There are 3 key attributes we are looking for:
In addition to these attributes, you must hold a suitable qualification (BSc Clinical Physiology or equivalent) with at least 1 year post qualification experience in echocardiography. BSE accreditation in adult transthoracic echocardiography or equivalent is desirable but not essential. We would expect you to be working towards BSE accreditation.
RCCP/HCPC/AHCS registration is desirable.
Applicants should be highly self-motivated and possess excellent interpersonal skills.
Evidence of post qualification CPD is essential.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Interviews will be held on Tuesday, 18 October 2022
Should you have any queries, please use the contact details below to get in touch.
Person Specification
Qualifications / training required
Essential
- BSc or MSc Clinical Physiology (Cardiology) OR HNC/ HTEC in Medical Physics/Physiological Measurement plus specialist courses and equivalent experience OR equivalent
- Working towards British Society of Echocardiography TTE Level 2 Accreditation (or other MSc equivalent in relevant cardiac specialty)
- Immediate Life Support Course
Desirable
- RCCP registration or equivalent
Previous or relevant experience necessary
Essential
- Broad knowledge of a wide range of tests and techniques performed by Cardiac Clinical Physiologists
- Superior knowledge of specialist area - able to interpret complex procedures
- Consolidated post qualification experience in a technical role within a cardiology department (providing evidence of competency achievement)
- In depth knowledge of the range of equipment to ensure accurate recording and testing
Desirable
- Experience of research and development and/or clinical audit
- Teaching experience
- Management experience
Aptitudes and skills required
Essential
- Excellent communication skills - able to clearly and appropriately convey instructions to patients
- Good teaching skills - able to adapt level of teaching appropriately
- A definite awareness of the boundaries in which to operate with an appreciation of own limitations
- Able to work unsupervised
- Able to work as part of a team
- Excellent organisational and time management skills
- Excellent patient approach
- Able to use initiative
- Able to competently perform role in emergency situations and to maintain concentration and composure in highly stressful situations
- Dexterity, co-ordination and sensory skills for the use of diagnostic equipment often under time limitations e.g. when performing tests on children
Desirable
- Contributes actively towards service development and improvement in specialist area
Values and behaviours
Essential
- Patients First
- Always Improving
- Working Together
Special requirements of the post
Essential
- Able to participate with on call OR Saturday working
Person Specification
Qualifications / training required
Essential
- BSc or MSc Clinical Physiology (Cardiology) OR HNC/ HTEC in Medical Physics/Physiological Measurement plus specialist courses and equivalent experience OR equivalent
- Working towards British Society of Echocardiography TTE Level 2 Accreditation (or other MSc equivalent in relevant cardiac specialty)
- Immediate Life Support Course
Desirable
- RCCP registration or equivalent
Previous or relevant experience necessary
Essential
- Broad knowledge of a wide range of tests and techniques performed by Cardiac Clinical Physiologists
- Superior knowledge of specialist area - able to interpret complex procedures
- Consolidated post qualification experience in a technical role within a cardiology department (providing evidence of competency achievement)
- In depth knowledge of the range of equipment to ensure accurate recording and testing
Desirable
- Experience of research and development and/or clinical audit
- Teaching experience
- Management experience
Aptitudes and skills required
Essential
- Excellent communication skills - able to clearly and appropriately convey instructions to patients
- Good teaching skills - able to adapt level of teaching appropriately
- A definite awareness of the boundaries in which to operate with an appreciation of own limitations
- Able to work unsupervised
- Able to work as part of a team
- Excellent organisational and time management skills
- Excellent patient approach
- Able to use initiative
- Able to competently perform role in emergency situations and to maintain concentration and composure in highly stressful situations
- Dexterity, co-ordination and sensory skills for the use of diagnostic equipment often under time limitations e.g. when performing tests on children
Desirable
- Contributes actively towards service development and improvement in specialist area
Values and behaviours
Essential
- Patients First
- Always Improving
- Working Together
Special requirements of the post
Essential
- Able to participate with on call OR Saturday working
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
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).
