Job summary
We are looking for a motivated, enthusiastic and innovative Specialist Cardiac Physiologist to join our CRM and Echo teams. The post is included in our R&R reward scheme which will see the appointed applicant receive a £5000 bonus payment after two years of continuous employment.
This role will provide valuable opportunities to develop skills in transthoracic echocardiography, and once BSE-accredited, further development in areas such as contrast and physiologist-led services.
The successful applicant will have specialist skills in cardiac implantable electronic device (CIED) follow-up. CIED follow-up at UHS includes onsite and remote follow-up of adult and paediatric/ACHD patients. Devices followed-up range from simple ILRs and single chamber pacemakers through to CRT-Ds, leadless pacemakers and subcutaneous ICDs. Our CRM department serves the largest remote follow-up population in the UK.
We are a vibrant and diverse BSE-accredited department, collectively performing around 30,000 echocardiograms each year on all ages. Our team are involved in a wide range of specialist services including congenital and paediatric echocardiography, TOE, stress echo, physiologist-led clinics. We pride ourselves on actively supporting continual professional development through educational and mentoring sessions.
Main duties of the job
YOUR MAIN DUTIES
Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting.
For an overview of the main duties of the role please see the 'Job Description and Main Responsibilities' section below. To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document 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 are able to 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:
- Performing and reporting adult transthoracic echocardiograms to a high level on inpatient and outpatient settings
- Working towards BSE accreditation in transthoracic echocardiography.
- Performing CIED checks in both inpatient and outpatient settings.
- Performing remote analysis of CIEDs.
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
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:
- A good foundational knowledge of echocardiography including physics and instrumentation, the BSE minimum transthoracic dataset and methods to assess a broad range of common cardiac pathology. A good foundational knowledge of cardiac rhythm management and the interrogation and analysis of these devices onsite and remotely.
- Enthusiasm to continue your professional development and evidence of this.
- Someone who is able to work well in a team of diverse and specialist cardiac physiologists
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 or cardiac rhythm management. BSE accreditation in adult transthoracic echocardiography or IBHRE or BHRS accreditation or equivalent is desirable but not essential. We would expect you to be working towards BSE accreditation.
RCCP/HCPC 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 Wednesday, 19 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:
- Performing and reporting adult transthoracic echocardiograms to a high level on inpatient and outpatient settings
- Working towards BSE accreditation in transthoracic echocardiography.
- Performing CIED checks in both inpatient and outpatient settings.
- Performing remote analysis of CIEDs.
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
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:
- A good foundational knowledge of echocardiography including physics and instrumentation, the BSE minimum transthoracic dataset and methods to assess a broad range of common cardiac pathology. A good foundational knowledge of cardiac rhythm management and the interrogation and analysis of these devices onsite and remotely.
- Enthusiasm to continue your professional development and evidence of this.
- Someone who is able to work well in a team of diverse and specialist cardiac physiologists
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 or cardiac rhythm management. BSE accreditation in adult transthoracic echocardiography or IBHRE or BHRS accreditation or equivalent is desirable but not essential. We would expect you to be working towards BSE accreditation.
RCCP/HCPC 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 Wednesday, 19 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
- Working towards BHRS/IBHRE Accreditation
- RCCP / HCPC 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
- Able to obtain images, relevant measurements and produce a written report for an adult TTE as per the BSE minimum dataset
- Experience of CIED device follow-up and device troubleshooting
- Consolidated post qualification experience in a technical role within a cardiology department (providing evidence of competency achievement)
- Good understanding of the overall service requirements and of own role in the maintenance of an efficient service
- 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
- Ability to work autonomously in the planning and execution of their own work and under the guidance of their Departmental Supervisors
- Effective team worker, willing to adopt a role working in collaboration with others
- 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
- Empathic
- Conscientious - attention to detail required when processing test results
- Reliable
- Excellent patient manner with adults and children
Desirable
- Innovative - able to identify better ways of working or potential for improvement in systems and procedures
Special requirements of the post
Essential
- Able to participate with Saturday and Bank Holiday working for echo OR participate with on-call roster for CRM
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
- Working towards BHRS/IBHRE Accreditation
- RCCP / HCPC 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
- Able to obtain images, relevant measurements and produce a written report for an adult TTE as per the BSE minimum dataset
- Experience of CIED device follow-up and device troubleshooting
- Consolidated post qualification experience in a technical role within a cardiology department (providing evidence of competency achievement)
- Good understanding of the overall service requirements and of own role in the maintenance of an efficient service
- 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
- Ability to work autonomously in the planning and execution of their own work and under the guidance of their Departmental Supervisors
- Effective team worker, willing to adopt a role working in collaboration with others
- 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
- Empathic
- Conscientious - attention to detail required when processing test results
- Reliable
- Excellent patient manner with adults and children
Desirable
- Innovative - able to identify better ways of working or potential for improvement in systems and procedures
Special requirements of the post
Essential
- Able to participate with Saturday and Bank Holiday working for echo OR participate with on-call roster for CRM
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
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).
