Job summary
This is an apprenticeship over 3 years to support an individual to develop the skills and gain the relevant qualification to become a qualified Healthcare Scientist / Cardiac Physiologist.
The individual will be supported to attend Manchester Metropolitan University and day release to complete a BSc in Healthcare Science which will be fully funded
Main duties of the job
To develop the skills to allow independent practice, analyse, interpret & report a wide range of specialist tertiary cardiac procedures
To develop the skills to support advanced specialist procedures as 2nd operator under the supervision of a Specialist, Advanced or Expert practitioner
Actively participates in practical & theoretical training & development within the field of Cardiac Physiology
Complete BSc in Healthcare Cardiac Science and become an independent practioner
About us
MFT is one of the largest NHS Trust In England with a turnover of £2.6bn & is on a different scale than most other NHS Trusts. We're creating an exceptional integrated health & social care system for the 1 million patients who rely on our services every year.
Bringing together 10 hospitals & community services from across Manchester, Trafford & beyond, we champion collaborative working & transformation, encouraging our 28,000 workforce to pursue their most ambitious goals. We set standards that other Trusts seek to emulate so you'll benefit from a scale of opportunity that is nothing short of extraordinary.
We've also created a digitally enabled organisation to improve clinical quality, patient & staff experience, operational effectiveness & driving research, and innovation through the introduction of Hive; our Electronic Patient Record system which launched in September 2022.
We're proud to be a major academic Research Centre & Education provider, providing you with a robust infrastructure to encourage and facilitate high-quality research programs. What's more, we're excited to be embarking on our Green Plan which sets out how MFT continues to play its part in making healthcare more sustainable.
At MFT, we create and foster a culture of inclusion and belonging, provide equal opportunities for career development that are fair, open, and transparent, protecting your health and wellbeing and shaping the future of our organisation together.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guide that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.
Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, email our team at resourcing@mft.nhs.uk.
Were looking forward to hearing from you!
Job description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guide that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.
Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, email our team at resourcing@mft.nhs.uk.
Were looking forward to hearing from you!
Person Specification
Meets All Essential Criteria
Essential
- 120 UCAS Tariff Points at A2 (Grades BBB) including at minimum grade C at A2 Biology (must include a Pass in Biology practical assessment) Human Biology or Grade C at A2 in Applied Science. GCSE grade C or grade 4 in English Language, Science and Mathematics.
- Can demonstrate a thorough understanding of Human Physiology
- Excellent communication skills. Good interpersonal skills. Ability to keep accurate documentation. Competent in Microsoft Word and Power Point presentations. Organisation of self and others Leadership skills Ability to acquire & communicate knowledge in challenging environments High level analytical & judgement.
- Can demonstrate a thorough understanding of Cardiac Physiology.
Desirable
- Has had work experience in Cardiac Physiology department/ Healthcare Can demonstrate a thorough understanding of Cardiac Physiology
- Demonstrate Teamwork
Person Specification
Meets All Essential Criteria
Essential
- 120 UCAS Tariff Points at A2 (Grades BBB) including at minimum grade C at A2 Biology (must include a Pass in Biology practical assessment) Human Biology or Grade C at A2 in Applied Science. GCSE grade C or grade 4 in English Language, Science and Mathematics.
- Can demonstrate a thorough understanding of Human Physiology
- Excellent communication skills. Good interpersonal skills. Ability to keep accurate documentation. Competent in Microsoft Word and Power Point presentations. Organisation of self and others Leadership skills Ability to acquire & communicate knowledge in challenging environments High level analytical & judgement.
- Can demonstrate a thorough understanding of Cardiac Physiology.
Desirable
- Has had work experience in Cardiac Physiology department/ Healthcare Can demonstrate a thorough understanding of Cardiac Physiology
- Demonstrate Teamwork
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.
