Job summary
We are currently seeking a forward thinking, dynamic, motivated individual to work within Barts Health Trust based in the Cardiac Department at St Bartholomew's Hospital. The successful candidate will contribute to service provision with invasive and non-invasive cardiac investigations. There may be some cross-site cover at other hospitals in the trust.
Applicants would ideally be competent in non-invasive cardiac procedures including ECGs, Holter and ambulatory BP monitor fitting, Holter analysis, assisting in exercise testing and CPEX, with some knowledge of invasive cardiology/pacing/echocardiography. Please refer to the job description for full requirements.
We have a supportive environment for training and development. You will be expected to demonstrate maturity and experience consistent with this grade and position, however, further training will be provided if necessary.
Proposed Interview date Thrusday 9th November
Main duties of the job
An experienced Cardiac Physiologist/Scientist is required to work competently with a multi-disciplinary team in the Cardiology Department, Barts Heart Centre. The post holder will be required to perform foundation level tasks unsupervised and to assist senior staff as required. The post holder must be able participate in non-invasive clinical procedures competently. In addition the post holder will be required to supervise, train, guide and support staff in the performance of their individual roles and to give support to senior staff members.
About us
Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain's leading healthcare providers.
The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients.
Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.
We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment where staff treat one another with dignity and respect. We aim to create an equitable working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical:
- To be proficient and participate in all non-invasive cardiology procedures. Tests and procedures include:
- ECGs.
- Holter monitors (24/48/72-hour and 7-days) and event recorder fitting and analysis.
- Blood pressure monitors.
- Physiologist-led Exercise Testing and interpreting/CPEX/Tilt Testing
- To be a key member of the Immediate Life Support team in all Cardiology clinical areas according to Trust Guidelines.
- Knowledge of echocardiography OR device follow up and/or implant OR interventional cardiology is desirable but not essential.
Other responsibilities:
- To take responsibility for self-development on a continual basis, undertaking on-the-job and other training as required, and to participate in the departmental appraisal system.
- To be actively committed to internal and cross-site rotation allowing development of new skills and up-dating existing skills.
- To assist in supervision of cardiographers and being involved in the continuing development of an in-house training program.
- Assist in the promotion and development of new ideas and encourage other staff to do likewise.
- Active involvement in monitoring the quality of the service provided. Ensuring all staff are aware of policies and procedures and are working within them and to develop and review policies and procedures annually.
- Complete all necessary documentation and records for all patients undergoing any investigation.
- To develop professional and IT skills as demanded by the needs of the department, including using the hospital patient records databases CRS, PATS, DMS along with presentation programmes.
- To report equipment and environmental problems according to departmental protocols, and to initiate Works Department, Domestic Services etc as required.
- To attend and actively participate in departmental meetings in conjunction with senior colleagues to contribute a proactive approach to issues relating to quality of care, technical standards and efficiency improvements, as applied to own area of work and that of junior colleagues.
- To assist senior staff as and when required.
- To assist in the maintenance of daily stock levels, departmental administration and responding to patient queries.
- To participate in research studies, and work alongside industry with new products.
- To participate in audits and quality initiatives as appropriate, and assist in collecting departmental statistics.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical:
- To be proficient and participate in all non-invasive cardiology procedures. Tests and procedures include:
- ECGs.
- Holter monitors (24/48/72-hour and 7-days) and event recorder fitting and analysis.
- Blood pressure monitors.
- Physiologist-led Exercise Testing and interpreting/CPEX/Tilt Testing
- To be a key member of the Immediate Life Support team in all Cardiology clinical areas according to Trust Guidelines.
- Knowledge of echocardiography OR device follow up and/or implant OR interventional cardiology is desirable but not essential.
Other responsibilities:
- To take responsibility for self-development on a continual basis, undertaking on-the-job and other training as required, and to participate in the departmental appraisal system.
- To be actively committed to internal and cross-site rotation allowing development of new skills and up-dating existing skills.
- To assist in supervision of cardiographers and being involved in the continuing development of an in-house training program.
- Assist in the promotion and development of new ideas and encourage other staff to do likewise.
- Active involvement in monitoring the quality of the service provided. Ensuring all staff are aware of policies and procedures and are working within them and to develop and review policies and procedures annually.
- Complete all necessary documentation and records for all patients undergoing any investigation.
- To develop professional and IT skills as demanded by the needs of the department, including using the hospital patient records databases CRS, PATS, DMS along with presentation programmes.
- To report equipment and environmental problems according to departmental protocols, and to initiate Works Department, Domestic Services etc as required.
- To attend and actively participate in departmental meetings in conjunction with senior colleagues to contribute a proactive approach to issues relating to quality of care, technical standards and efficiency improvements, as applied to own area of work and that of junior colleagues.
- To assist senior staff as and when required.
- To assist in the maintenance of daily stock levels, departmental administration and responding to patient queries.
- To participate in research studies, and work alongside industry with new products.
- To participate in audits and quality initiatives as appropriate, and assist in collecting departmental statistics.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Well versed in basic diagnostics
- Previous experience of working in a busy outpatient clinic environment
- Experience with non-invasive cardiology procedures e.g. ECG, Holter analysis
Desirable
- Experience in interventional cardiology
- Experience in pacing implant and follow up OR experience in transthoracic echocardiography
Skills
Essential
- Ability to work in and contribute in a team environment
- Effective verbal and written communication
- Ability to cope with a heavy workload
- Ability to organise and prioritise workload and show initiative
- Ability to work well under pressure
- Ability to use Microsoft (word and Excel) applications
- Knowledge of current professional issues
Desirable
- Knowledge of a CRS (patient appointment system) or similar
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc Healthcare Science or
- BSc Clinical Physiology (or equivalent)
- Immediate life support
Desirable
- Basic knowledge of cardiac devices/echocardiography/interventional cardiology
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Well versed in basic diagnostics
- Previous experience of working in a busy outpatient clinic environment
- Experience with non-invasive cardiology procedures e.g. ECG, Holter analysis
Desirable
- Experience in interventional cardiology
- Experience in pacing implant and follow up OR experience in transthoracic echocardiography
Skills
Essential
- Ability to work in and contribute in a team environment
- Effective verbal and written communication
- Ability to cope with a heavy workload
- Ability to organise and prioritise workload and show initiative
- Ability to work well under pressure
- Ability to use Microsoft (word and Excel) applications
- Knowledge of current professional issues
Desirable
- Knowledge of a CRS (patient appointment system) or similar
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc Healthcare Science or
- BSc Clinical Physiology (or equivalent)
- Immediate life support
Desirable
- Basic knowledge of cardiac devices/echocardiography/interventional cardiology
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
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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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
