Job summary
"At East SussexHealthcare NHS TrustCardiologyServiceswe want our staff to wake upinspired to come to work, valued whenat workand fulfilled whenleavingat the end of the day.
Come and join us on an exciting journey of modern development, enthusiastically embracing physiology-led services, facing challenges with originality and building a team that's committed to supporting you and your career.
Cardiac physiology is a healthcare career combining applied science, high-end technology and direct patient-facing care.
We are looking for an apprentice to join our team. This is a fantastic opportunity to study for a BSc degree in Cardiac Physiology whilst also working in the Cardiology Departments of East Sussex Healthcare. The course combines part-time study at University with paid work placement.
Entry requirements for the degree are English Maths and ICT at level 2. Previous applicants have been school leavers, HCAs or people with alternative science degrees looking for a new direction - regardless of background if you have the right blend of scientific application, compassion and team-working you will be perfect for the role.
Main duties of the job
Study a part time BSc in Cardiac Physiology
Study a work-based program of practical learning in Cardiac Physiology, completing a comprehensive workbook to track your progress in Cardiac Science and Cardiac Diagnostics.
Learn to assist and perform Electrocardiograms, haemodynamic monitoring, Holter monitoring, ECG analysis, pacemaker follow up and echocardiography.
Work as a cardiac physiologist as part of the Cardiology teams.
About us
We are proud to provide 'Outstanding' care and be a great place to work
We provide safe, compassionate and high quality care to half a million people living or visiting East Sussex. We are one of the largest organisations in East Sussex, the only integrated provider of acute and community care in Sussex. Our extensive services are provided by 7000 + members of staff working from acute hospitals in Hastings and Eastbourne, three community hospitals in Bexhill, Rye and Uckfield, over 100 community sites and in people's own homes.
In 2020 the Care Quality Commission rated us as 'Good' overall, and 'Outstanding' for being caring and effective. The Conquest Hospital and our Community Services are rated 'Outstanding'. Eastbourne DGH rated 'Good'.
In 2020, the Trust launched its ambitious 'Building for our Future' programme. This once in a lifetime programme aims to repair, redevelop and expand our hospitals, transforming the environment in which we provide care for generations to come.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the job description attached.
If you have any questions about this position please do not hesitate to contact us.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the job description attached.
If you have any questions about this position please do not hesitate to contact us.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc Adult Nursing or BSc in related science
- Experience in Cardiological nursing as a band 5
- Voluntary registration with RCCP
- Evidence of continued professional development in relevant subject or equivalent level of knowledge and experience
Desirable
- Further education in cardiological sciences
- Academy of Healthcare sciences PTP/STP equivalence
Experience
Essential
- Experience in performing and assessing ECG
- Previous experience of working as part of a team
Desirable
- Experience or exposure to Echocardiography, transoesophageal and stress echocardiography
- Experience or exposure to Cardiac Catheterisation/IABP as a physiologist
- Experience or exposure to temporary or permanent cardiac
- Experience of supervision and training of junior staff
- Experience in training staff of other disciplines
Skills
Essential
- Ability to train students and physiologists
Desirable
- ILS or ALS resuscitation certificate
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc Adult Nursing or BSc in related science
- Experience in Cardiological nursing as a band 5
- Voluntary registration with RCCP
- Evidence of continued professional development in relevant subject or equivalent level of knowledge and experience
Desirable
- Further education in cardiological sciences
- Academy of Healthcare sciences PTP/STP equivalence
Experience
Essential
- Experience in performing and assessing ECG
- Previous experience of working as part of a team
Desirable
- Experience or exposure to Echocardiography, transoesophageal and stress echocardiography
- Experience or exposure to Cardiac Catheterisation/IABP as a physiologist
- Experience or exposure to temporary or permanent cardiac
- Experience of supervision and training of junior staff
- Experience in training staff of other disciplines
Skills
Essential
- Ability to train students and physiologists
Desirable
- ILS or ALS resuscitation certificate
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).
