Job summary
Please
note that apprenticeships are not suitable for degree level candidates due to
UK government restriction on funding and eligibility.
This a development role, designed
to develop existing band 2/3 or equivalent healthcare colleagues within a
cardiorespiratory diagnostic environment. Band 3 in training, developing to Band
4 once training completed, and if a post is available at the end of the fixed term contract.
As part of this role you will complete a 27
month apprenticeship, whilst working in the department. Support and teaching
will be provided to ensure you develop into a multi-skilled practitioner,
capable of undertaking Cardiology and Respiratory diagnostic tests and
diagnostic service administration duties. Further progression routes may be
available via internal training or further external apprenticeships and
qualifications. This role will require additional study outside of your normal
job role hours due to the extensive nature of the apprenticeship programme.
Main duties of the job
Working
as part of the cardiorespiratory investigations team to perform basic cardiac
and respiratory diagnostic tests at the request of medical, surgical and
nursing staff across all directorates in the Trust. This post forms part of a
multidisciplinary team. Individual must complete a 27 month apprenticeship
whilst working in the department, you will be allocated a minimum of 6 hours
protected time per week as part of this post. By completing the level 4
healthcare science associate apprenticeship, you will be awarded a diploma in
healthcare science. This is not a supervisory post. Due to the high level of
the apprenticeship course, successful applicants may need to complete
additional study outside of working hours
About us
If you are being interviewed you must accept an interview slot in the system to continue, even if you have arranged with the manager
You must be able to produce ALL certificates stated essential in the person specification or you will not be able to complete pre-employment checks
We provide hospital services from two acute sites - Darlington Memorial Hospital and University Hospital of North Durham. We have a centre for planned care in Bishop Auckland and provide care from community hospitals in Chester-le-Street, Shotley Bridge, Barnard Castle, Sedgefield and Weardale as well as over 80 other community based settings and providing care in patients' homes.
We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME and disabled people are currently under-represented
We are unable to offer sponsorship for roles that do not require a professional registration, to apply you must have Right to Work in the United Kingdom. If you are in the UK on a VISA please ensure you have no restrictions that would prevent you from taking this post
Full Job Descriptions can be found in the adverts supporting documents
Job description
Job responsibilities
This post will be based at Darlington Memorial, however the
post holder will be expected to be flexible and there will be some requirement
to work at Bishop Auckland. You may also be required to support services at the
other sites within the Trust.
We actively encourage and support all appropriate
professional development and we develop staff in line with professional and
clinical competencies.
Successful candidates will be trained and supported to:
Perform high quality standard 12 lead electrocardiograms
to professional protocols and standards on both outpatients and inpatients.
Perform full pulmonary function testing to professional
protocols and standards on both outpatients and in-patients.
Fit and remove ambulatory monitors to professional
protocols - outpatients and in-patients.
Analyse ambulatory ECG monitors
Assist during Doctor and physiologist led exercise testing
Assist during Doctor and physiologist led tilt testing.
Perform appropriate diagnostic tests appropriate to grade
and knowledge under the direction and/or supervision of physiology staff
Ensure patient privacy and patient dignity is maintained.
A sensitive approach must be adopted when dealing with patients with
disabilities and an appropriate level of assistance provided to achieve
appropriate testing positions.
To work as a member of a multidisciplinary team, dealing
with a wide range of patients including barrier-nursed and the critically ill.
To liaise with staff to organise and prioritise workload.
Monitor departmental equipment stock levels in the
departmental testing rooms to ensure adequate levels are maintained.
Report any untoward incidents, following Trust policies /
procedures and to be aware of the responsibilities of each member of staff in
terms of Trust health and safety policies. Ensure a safe and effective working
environment at all times.
Undertake all internal training requirements of the post.
Complete external diploma qualification essential to this
role
Complete relevant external qualifications suitable for job
role; namely SCST and ARTP certificates.
Approach patients, hospital visitors and colleagues in a
professional and courteous manner at all times.
Perform any other duties appropriate to the
post and grade requested by the Principal Cardiac Physiologist.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This post will be based at Darlington Memorial, however the
post holder will be expected to be flexible and there will be some requirement
to work at Bishop Auckland. You may also be required to support services at the
other sites within the Trust.
We actively encourage and support all appropriate
professional development and we develop staff in line with professional and
clinical competencies.
Successful candidates will be trained and supported to:
Perform high quality standard 12 lead electrocardiograms
to professional protocols and standards on both outpatients and inpatients.
Perform full pulmonary function testing to professional
protocols and standards on both outpatients and in-patients.
Fit and remove ambulatory monitors to professional
protocols - outpatients and in-patients.
Analyse ambulatory ECG monitors
Assist during Doctor and physiologist led exercise testing
Assist during Doctor and physiologist led tilt testing.
Perform appropriate diagnostic tests appropriate to grade
and knowledge under the direction and/or supervision of physiology staff
Ensure patient privacy and patient dignity is maintained.
A sensitive approach must be adopted when dealing with patients with
disabilities and an appropriate level of assistance provided to achieve
appropriate testing positions.
To work as a member of a multidisciplinary team, dealing
with a wide range of patients including barrier-nursed and the critically ill.
To liaise with staff to organise and prioritise workload.
Monitor departmental equipment stock levels in the
departmental testing rooms to ensure adequate levels are maintained.
Report any untoward incidents, following Trust policies /
procedures and to be aware of the responsibilities of each member of staff in
terms of Trust health and safety policies. Ensure a safe and effective working
environment at all times.
Undertake all internal training requirements of the post.
Complete external diploma qualification essential to this
role
Complete relevant external qualifications suitable for job
role; namely SCST and ARTP certificates.
Approach patients, hospital visitors and colleagues in a
professional and courteous manner at all times.
Perform any other duties appropriate to the
post and grade requested by the Principal Cardiac Physiologist.
Person Specification
Special Requirements
Essential
- Approachable and friendly
- Ability to travel to other sites as service requires
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in an NHS environment
Desirable
- Experience of providing administrative support to a team
- Previous experience performing; ECGs, Spirometry, Blood Pressure or Pulse Oximetry
Qualifications
Essential
- Good standard of education, minimum of 3 GCSEs, or equivalent at Grade C or above including English Language, Maths and one Science
Desirable
- GCSEs at grade B or above
- Biology, physiology or anatomy based qualification
- Previous healthcare qualification at level 2
Special Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Organisational skills
- Ability to prioritise own workload in order to meet deadlines
- Good communication skills written and verbal, with the ability to obtain information and pass on comprehensive and confidential messages
- Ability to communicate accurately in a courteous and effective manner with a wide range of staff, professionals and members of the public
- Knowledge of basic computer packages e.g. Word, Powerpoint
- Ability to use discretion and use own initiative to resolve routine queries in line with departmental procedures
- Flexible approach to work and adaptable to change
- Good attention to detail
- Understands the importance of good quality diagnostics within the NHS
- Ability to problem solve
Desirable
- Evidence of external training courses completed or continued professional development
- Previous experience performing; ECGs, Spirometry, Blood Pressure or Pulse Oximetry
Person Specification
Special Requirements
Essential
- Approachable and friendly
- Ability to travel to other sites as service requires
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in an NHS environment
Desirable
- Experience of providing administrative support to a team
- Previous experience performing; ECGs, Spirometry, Blood Pressure or Pulse Oximetry
Qualifications
Essential
- Good standard of education, minimum of 3 GCSEs, or equivalent at Grade C or above including English Language, Maths and one Science
Desirable
- GCSEs at grade B or above
- Biology, physiology or anatomy based qualification
- Previous healthcare qualification at level 2
Special Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Organisational skills
- Ability to prioritise own workload in order to meet deadlines
- Good communication skills written and verbal, with the ability to obtain information and pass on comprehensive and confidential messages
- Ability to communicate accurately in a courteous and effective manner with a wide range of staff, professionals and members of the public
- Knowledge of basic computer packages e.g. Word, Powerpoint
- Ability to use discretion and use own initiative to resolve routine queries in line with departmental procedures
- Flexible approach to work and adaptable to change
- Good attention to detail
- Understands the importance of good quality diagnostics within the NHS
- Ability to problem solve
Desirable
- Evidence of external training courses completed or continued professional development
- Previous experience performing; ECGs, Spirometry, Blood Pressure or Pulse Oximetry
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.
Employer details
Employer name
County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Darlington Memorial Hospital NHS Trust
Hollyhurst Road
Darlington
County Durham
DL3 6HX
Employer's website
https://www.cddft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
