Job summary
Apprentice Cardiographer - 2 posts
Band 2 (Annexe 21)
Hours - 37.5 hours per week
Fixed term for 18 months
Due to the development in the Cardio-respiratory services at Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust we have an exciting opportunity for a Level 2 apprentice. We are seeking an enthusiastic, self-motivated individual who likes science, has attention to detail, and loves working with people. You will receive practical training in how to deal with cardiac patients, and how to undertake basic cardiac diagnostic procedures such as ECG and ambulatory monitoring, as well as other clinical skills.
Main duties of the job
The apprenticeship will commence in September 2023 and last 18 months. It will include 20% structured off-the-job training before the end-point assessment takes place and you will achieve Level 2 Diploma in Healthcare Science. You will also be part of a fantastic team delivering amazing care for cardiac patients in Bradford.
Successful candidates will be paid as a trainee Cardiographer, as per Annexe 21 of the Agenda for Change terms and conditions. The post holder will work within Cardiology and Respiratory services at both the BRI and St Luke's hospital sites.
Our department is passionate about developing people to their full potential and so this could be the start of a fantastic career in healthcare science.
About us
At Bradford Teaching Hospitals we're passionate about providing outstanding care for the people of the Bradford district and communities across the North of England. We're keen to meet people interested in sharing our passion and helping us continue to deliver the highest quality of care to our patients.
We're a renowned teaching hospital trust at the forefront of research, education and development, with a state-of-the-art simulation and skills training centre on site.
In short, we can help you lift your career to the next level. We've received huge investment to improve patient care which means we have truly world-class facilities including a brand new neonatal suite, state-of-the-art intensive care unit, a newly refurbished A&E department, new children's unit and a welcoming, modern atrium and reception area for staff and visitors.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Key requirements and qualities
- Experience of working in a customer service setting or delivering care
- Able to work under pressure
- Good level of literacy and numeracy
- Basic Life support skills
- Able to analyse data and problem solve
DUE TO THE ANTICIPATED HIGH NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POST WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO CLOSE THE VACANCY BEFORE THE CLOSING DATE; 24.05.23 (this date may change dependent on the response) - We therefore recommend that you complete your application as soon as possible.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Key requirements and qualities
- Experience of working in a customer service setting or delivering care
- Able to work under pressure
- Good level of literacy and numeracy
- Basic Life support skills
- Able to analyse data and problem solve
DUE TO THE ANTICIPATED HIGH NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POST WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO CLOSE THE VACANCY BEFORE THE CLOSING DATE; 24.05.23 (this date may change dependent on the response) - We therefore recommend that you complete your application as soon as possible.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Working in a healthcare environment or experience of working in a customer service setting
Desirable
- Experience of delivering care
Skills
Essential
- Demonstrates a caring, compassionate and empathetic approach to patients and colleagues. Has a professional approach to work
- Motivation and commitment to provide a high standard of care
- Effective communication skills
- Flexible attitude, able to work over to complete specific tasks
- Ability to work as part of a team, under the supervision of a senior member of staff
- Basic IT skills & Ability to accurately input and transfer patient data
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of Information Governance and Confidentiality
- Understanding of equality and diversity issues and how this affects patients, visitors and staff
- Understanding of what the NHS Constitution means to you, and your responsibilities to the public, patients and colleagues.
- Good understanding of the needs of patients in a care setting
- Understands the limits and scope of their job role and the need to only do tasks that they have been trained to do. Knows when to escalate to a senior member of staff when a situation is beyond their scope of practice.
Qualifications
Essential
- English equivalent to a minimum of Level 2 on the National Qualification Framework
- Numeracy skills equivalent to a minimum of Level 2 on the National Qualification Framework
- Healthcare science related NVQ Level 2( ** training may be offered- see below)
- Competency based training in ECG recording, the application of ambulatory devices, the downloading of patient results from Ambulatory blood pressure monitors and Overnight Oximeters.
- Certified in the following mandatory training areas; Basic Life Support, Manual Handling, Fire Safety, Clinical Risk and Infection Control
- Competency based training in basic spirometry.
Desirable
- The Society for Cardiological Science and Technology Certificate in Electrocardiography. Demonstrate recognition of a limited number of significant cardiac arrhythmias, and technical fault trouble shooting.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Working in a healthcare environment or experience of working in a customer service setting
Desirable
- Experience of delivering care
Skills
Essential
- Demonstrates a caring, compassionate and empathetic approach to patients and colleagues. Has a professional approach to work
- Motivation and commitment to provide a high standard of care
- Effective communication skills
- Flexible attitude, able to work over to complete specific tasks
- Ability to work as part of a team, under the supervision of a senior member of staff
- Basic IT skills & Ability to accurately input and transfer patient data
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of Information Governance and Confidentiality
- Understanding of equality and diversity issues and how this affects patients, visitors and staff
- Understanding of what the NHS Constitution means to you, and your responsibilities to the public, patients and colleagues.
- Good understanding of the needs of patients in a care setting
- Understands the limits and scope of their job role and the need to only do tasks that they have been trained to do. Knows when to escalate to a senior member of staff when a situation is beyond their scope of practice.
Qualifications
Essential
- English equivalent to a minimum of Level 2 on the National Qualification Framework
- Numeracy skills equivalent to a minimum of Level 2 on the National Qualification Framework
- Healthcare science related NVQ Level 2( ** training may be offered- see below)
- Competency based training in ECG recording, the application of ambulatory devices, the downloading of patient results from Ambulatory blood pressure monitors and Overnight Oximeters.
- Certified in the following mandatory training areas; Basic Life Support, Manual Handling, Fire Safety, Clinical Risk and Infection Control
- Competency based training in basic spirometry.
Desirable
- The Society for Cardiological Science and Technology Certificate in Electrocardiography. Demonstrate recognition of a limited number of significant cardiac arrhythmias, and technical fault trouble shooting.
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).
