Job summary
Are you an experienced Band 6 looking to further your career, or already a Band 7 and wanting a change of scenery and the opportunity to further develop your skills? Look no further! We are seeking applicants who are currently looking for the next step in their careers, who are highly motivated, willing to develop their skills and want to join our dynamic and caring team
The University Hospitals Leicester NHS Trust is based across three sites in the exciting, multicultural city of Leicester, in the heart of England. Leicester is a multi-cultural City which has robust transport links to all parts of the country. It has a lively city centre with restaurants, bars and shopping.
The Trust is one of the largest tertiary cardiac departments in the UK providing a full range of standard and complex, invasive and non-invasive diagnostic tests, and routinely performing complex interventional techniques on adult and congenital patients. As a local specialist provider we implant over 900 pacemakers and over 200 ICD's per year, including 150 biventricular devices which are all followed up in our devices clinic.In addition we have two dedicated EP labs where we perform over 700 procedures per year including complex AF and VT ablation using the Carto, Ensite X and Rhythmia mapping systems and newer technologies such as PFA.
Main duties of the job
Candidates will have BHRS accreditation or IBHRE exam and a minimum of three years experience post BSc Healthcare Science (or equivalent) qualification
The successful candidate will work on a rotational basis between the devices clinic and the angiocatheter suite. You will manage your own daily caseload and assist in the development of all areas of the cardiac rhythm management service.
We are looking to attract a candidate who is both inspirational and motivational and who can contribute to the education, training and development of junior members of staff.
Applicants are required to have good organisational skills and excellent interpersonal skills and will be required to work as part of a team in this busy department. In return we are able to offer access to training and development opportunities and a wide variety of procedures.
We are a progressive, enthusiastic team waiting to welcome new members and actively encourage continued professional development. We have a defined training pathway via a linked bandings competency model, which means our colleagues can advance from band 5 to band 7 by meeting defined competencies. We are currently supporting trainees through the HSST programme.
The department runs a 24/7 primary PCI service so participation on the on call rota is a key requirement of this role. The Trust is working towards 7 day working so the successful applicant will be expected to work weekends, bank holidays and evenings as part of their shift patterns.
About us
Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).
We have four primary goals:
high-quality care for all,
being a great place to work,
partnerships for impact, and
research and education excellence
And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.
Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
we are compassionate,
we are proud,
we are inclusive, and
we are one team
This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.
About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/
Job description
Job responsibilities
To provide a highly specialist, clinical technical service in the Cardiac Rhythm Management (CRM) sections of the department and be a lead specialist in these areas.
To assist in the development of all areas of the Cardiac Rhythm Management Service.
Responsible for the day-to-day management of the area in which they are working.
Provide specialist training of Cardiac Physiology staff under the direction of the Senior Chief Cardiac Physiologist
Deputise for the Senior Chief Cardiac Physiologist in their absence.
Participate in the catheter lab on-call rota.
Participate in 7 days working including weekends, evenings and Bank Holidays if required
Supervise less experienced staff in own area of work, so maintaining the service
Adhere to departmental policies and procedures, ensuring a quality service is maintained to patients, general practitioners, and clinicians across the three sites.
Ensure effective/timely two-way communication takes place between all sections of the department, maintaining close liaison between all three sites of the department and wider multi-disciplinary teams.
KEY WORKING RELATIONSHIPS
- All Cardiac Physiology Staff
- Section Manager
- Admin & Clerical staff
- Nursing staff
- Radiology staff
- Doctors, GPs and Consultants
- Porters
- Ambulance staff
For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To provide a highly specialist, clinical technical service in the Cardiac Rhythm Management (CRM) sections of the department and be a lead specialist in these areas.
To assist in the development of all areas of the Cardiac Rhythm Management Service.
Responsible for the day-to-day management of the area in which they are working.
Provide specialist training of Cardiac Physiology staff under the direction of the Senior Chief Cardiac Physiologist
Deputise for the Senior Chief Cardiac Physiologist in their absence.
Participate in the catheter lab on-call rota.
Participate in 7 days working including weekends, evenings and Bank Holidays if required
Supervise less experienced staff in own area of work, so maintaining the service
Adhere to departmental policies and procedures, ensuring a quality service is maintained to patients, general practitioners, and clinicians across the three sites.
Ensure effective/timely two-way communication takes place between all sections of the department, maintaining close liaison between all three sites of the department and wider multi-disciplinary teams.
KEY WORKING RELATIONSHIPS
- All Cardiac Physiology Staff
- Section Manager
- Admin & Clerical staff
- Nursing staff
- Radiology staff
- Doctors, GPs and Consultants
- Porters
- Ambulance staff
For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert.
Person Specification
Training and qualifications
Essential
- MSc (STP) in CRM or BSC in Healthcare science (Cardiac Physiology) or BSc Clinical Physiology (Cardiology) or equivalent relevant qualification
- IBHRE EPS/pacing or BHRS accreditation in EPS or devices
- Adult ILS
Desirable
- ILM level 3 or higher
- ASCST part I & II
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of 3 Years post BSc qualification experience as a Cardiac Physiologist
Communication and relationship skills
Essential
Desirable
Knowledge
Essential
- Excellent working knowledge of a wide range of non-invasive and invasive cardiac techniques.
- Specialist knowledge of cardiac rhythm management and EP / RFA techniques
Desirable
- Knowledge of congenital pathologies and interventions
Skills
Essential
- Able to work calmly under pressure, maintaining a flexible approach.
Desirable
Person Specification
Training and qualifications
Essential
- MSc (STP) in CRM or BSC in Healthcare science (Cardiac Physiology) or BSc Clinical Physiology (Cardiology) or equivalent relevant qualification
- IBHRE EPS/pacing or BHRS accreditation in EPS or devices
- Adult ILS
Desirable
- ILM level 3 or higher
- ASCST part I & II
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of 3 Years post BSc qualification experience as a Cardiac Physiologist
Communication and relationship skills
Essential
Desirable
Knowledge
Essential
- Excellent working knowledge of a wide range of non-invasive and invasive cardiac techniques.
- Specialist knowledge of cardiac rhythm management and EP / RFA techniques
Desirable
- Knowledge of congenital pathologies and interventions
Skills
Essential
- Able to work calmly under pressure, maintaining a flexible approach.
Desirable
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
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).
