Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Trainee Apprentice Cardiac Physiologist

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Job summary

Calling 2024 A Level leavers!

Do you want to make a difference to the lives of people with heart problems?

We are looking for an enthusiastic motivated individual to undertake an apprenticeship in cardiac physiology.

You shall work as a key member of the Cardiac Physiology department by competently carrying our various diagnostic procedures in various healthcare settings.

To develop the skills to allow independent practice, analysing, interpreting and reporting a wide range of specialist Cardiac procedures.

To develop the skills to support advanced specialist procedures as 2nd Operator under the supervision of a specialist, advanced or expert practitioner.

You will actively participate in practical and theoretical training and development within the field of Cardiac Physiology.

Complete BSc in Healthcare Cardiac Science and become an independent practitioner.

Main duties of the job

Annex 21 will be applied to the salary for the duration of training which is expected to take 3 years (please see attached guidance)

Patient Care and Clinical Practice

1. The recording and interpretation of clinical physiology diagnostic procedures as listed below as part of a team.

2. 12 Lead Electrocardiograph (ECG's). To perform ECG investigations employing current standard techniques (SCST guidelines) without supervision on outpatients and on the wards on a variety of different patients.

3. To record and produce reports for diagnostic Cardiac Investigations, such as Ambulatory 24-hour ECG's, ambulatory BP's (blood pressure) and event recorders and take appropriate actions where necessary.

4. Application and analysis of ambulatory blood pressure monitors (BP).

5. Exercise testing physiologist and medically led (On qualification).

6. Understand Basic Cardiac pacing and echocardiography (On Qualification).

About us

"Our STAR values - Service, Teamwork, Ambition and Respect - are a golden thread running through everything we do. These values serve as a guiding principle, driving us towards our vision of delivering great joined up services to our local community. Whether at home, in the community, or within the hospital, our goal is to empower individuals to lead independent and healthier lives."

Details

Date posted

28 August 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£28,407 to £34,581 a year per annum pro rata - Annex 21

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

36 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

249-6509924

Job locations

The Great Western Hospital

Marlborough Road

Swindon

SN3 6BB


Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder shall work as alongside members of the Cardiac Physiology department by competently carrying our various diagnostic procedures in various healthcare settings

To develop the skills to allow independent practice, analyzing, interpreting and reporting a wide range of specialist Cardiac procedures.

To develop the skills to support advanced specialist procedures as 2nd Operator under the supervision of a specialist, advanced or expert practitioner.

The post holder shall actively participate in practical and theoretical training and development within the field of Cardiac Physiology.

Complete BSc in Healthcare Cardiac Science and become an independent practitioner

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder shall work as alongside members of the Cardiac Physiology department by competently carrying our various diagnostic procedures in various healthcare settings

To develop the skills to allow independent practice, analyzing, interpreting and reporting a wide range of specialist Cardiac procedures.

To develop the skills to support advanced specialist procedures as 2nd Operator under the supervision of a specialist, advanced or expert practitioner.

The post holder shall actively participate in practical and theoretical training and development within the field of Cardiac Physiology.

Complete BSc in Healthcare Cardiac Science and become an independent practitioner

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • A minimum of three 3 A-Levels (grade B or above), preferably in the sciences
  • 5 GCSE's, grades to include English, Maths & Science

Experience

Desirable

  • Previous experience within the care sector is advantageous but not essential

Skills

Essential

  • Good time management skills
  • Able to use own initiative
  • Maintaining effectiveness under pressure
  • Able to work as part of a team. Good time management skills
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • A minimum of three 3 A-Levels (grade B or above), preferably in the sciences
  • 5 GCSE's, grades to include English, Maths & Science

Experience

Desirable

  • Previous experience within the care sector is advantageous but not essential

Skills

Essential

  • Good time management skills
  • Able to use own initiative
  • Maintaining effectiveness under pressure
  • Able to work as part of a team. Good time management skills

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Great Western Hospital

Marlborough Road

Swindon

SN3 6BB


Employer's website

https://www.gwh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Great Western Hospital

Marlborough Road

Swindon

SN3 6BB


Employer's website

https://www.gwh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Clinical Physiology Services Manager

Simon Brader

s.brader@nhs.net

01793605285

Details

Date posted

28 August 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£28,407 to £34,581 a year per annum pro rata - Annex 21

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

36 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

249-6509924

Job locations

The Great Western Hospital

Marlborough Road

Swindon

SN3 6BB


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