Job summary
Modality LLP is a
large-scale provider of NHS Outpatient Services, renowned for its innovative
approach to delivering efficient pathways for patients requiring specialist
care, leading to high-quality patient outcomes. We work in partnership with a
number of hospitals across the country to collaboratively redesign outpatient
services with more care being delivered in community settings.
We are looking for an experienced
community Cardiographer who has the skills, knowledge, and experience to
coordinate and provide holistic outpatient Cardiology investigation testing to
patients. Both full-time and part-time opportunities are available.
We are seeking dedicated
postholders to join our team and who can display our CARE values: Commitment, Accountability,
Respect, and Excellence.
This job is suitable for
individuals who have a passion for working in an agile manner ensuring a
high-quality service is provided. The postholder will be committed to undertake
any other duties commensurate with the role, within the bounds of their own
competence.
As an employee with us you can benefit from
Enrolment
to the NHS pension scheme
Annual
leave minimum 27 days, plus 8 days bank holiday pro rata
Employee
discounts and benefits scheme
Employee
assistance programme (EAP)
Education
and career pathways
Enhanced Family friendly policies
Flexible
working
Wellbeing
support and initiative
Main duties of the job
Electrocardiograms (ECGs)
- To lead the recording of routine electrocardiograms on adult and paediatric patients
- To clearly and concisely explain the procedure to the patient
- To perform the ECG accurately to the standard of the Society for Cardiological Science and Technology (SCST)
- To recognise normal and abnormal ECG records and report any abnormal findings to the appropriate clinical member of staff.
Ambulatory ECG Monitors;
- To prepare a range of monitors in preparation for the patient
- To provide clear and concise instruction to the patient on what the test entails, including advice on how to record information in the patient diary
- Apply the ambulatory monitor to the patient in accordance with the service protocol, ensuring all relevant documentation is completed
- To remove monitors from patients, ensuring that all symptom information has been noted in the patient diary
- To download and store holter monitors onto the appropriate computer programme, ensuring data is stored appropriately
Ambulatory BP monitors;
- To issue and apply ambulatory blood pressure monitors to patients, ensuring clear and concise instruction is given to the patient relating to what the test entails and how to record any details in the patient diary
- To recognise the causes of erroneous recordings and to rectify where possible
About us
Modality LLP is a provider of NHS community outpatient services within a number of regions across the UK.
Our service offer and expertise include:
- Over 15 years of experience of delivering community outpatient services
- Contracts with ICBs and hospital providers
- A diverse clinical workforce of consultants, GPs with extended roles, specialist nurses and allied health professionals
- Delivery of over 120,000 patient consultations per year
- Delivery of 1st consultations within a maximum of 4 weeks from referral from a choice of community locations, 7 days per week
Modality LLP is an Equal Opportunities Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all our potential applicants in line with the Equality Act, 2010.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the supporting documents section to retrieve the JD detailing the core responsibilities of this role.
You will love this job if you have a passion for patient care and for developing and delivering new and innovative patient pathways.
If you feel this is the ideal career and looking for a daily challenge, we welcome an application for you to join our growing team of likeminded people.
Please note Modality LLP reserves the right to close this vacancy at any time during the advertising period.
Pre-employment
Vaccinations
As part of recruitment to the Modality Partnership, we will be checking the vaccination status of all new starters so that we can manage individual and environmental risks. We will offer support to those who may be undecided about vaccinations. Some vaccinations for certain roles are mandatory, and you will be asked to provide evidence of this where there is a mandatory requirement.
Right to work checks
All applicants invited for interview will need to prove their right to work in the UK at the interview stage
We are not able to offer sponsorship for this role
References
References must be secured prior to beginning employment, one must be your current or most recent employer.
Employment history
You must notify us of any employment gaps of 6 weeks or more.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the supporting documents section to retrieve the JD detailing the core responsibilities of this role.
You will love this job if you have a passion for patient care and for developing and delivering new and innovative patient pathways.
If you feel this is the ideal career and looking for a daily challenge, we welcome an application for you to join our growing team of likeminded people.
Please note Modality LLP reserves the right to close this vacancy at any time during the advertising period.
Pre-employment
Vaccinations
As part of recruitment to the Modality Partnership, we will be checking the vaccination status of all new starters so that we can manage individual and environmental risks. We will offer support to those who may be undecided about vaccinations. Some vaccinations for certain roles are mandatory, and you will be asked to provide evidence of this where there is a mandatory requirement.
Right to work checks
All applicants invited for interview will need to prove their right to work in the UK at the interview stage
We are not able to offer sponsorship for this role
References
References must be secured prior to beginning employment, one must be your current or most recent employer.
Employment history
You must notify us of any employment gaps of 6 weeks or more.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- A minimum of 12 months experience working with adult and paediatric patients.
- Experience of working in a patient centred role within a hospital/healthcare environment.
- A minimum of 6 months experience of carrying out ECGs and holters and/or working as a HCA.
Skills
Essential
- Demonstrates clear commitment to the team approach, exchanging ideas and providing support to colleagues.
- Able to work effectively in a team, supporting others and challenging colleagues views and attitudes when necessary.
- Evidence of having worked with the public.
- Able to convey instructions and ensure patient understanding clearly and appropriately.
- Advanced keyboard/typing skills.
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Good interpersonal skills
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Good computer skills
- Ability to adapt to changing and demanding situations.
- Able to work unsupervised.
- Highly organised individual who is able to manage multiple priorities at the same time.
Qualifications
Essential
- 3 GCSE passes (grade C or above) or equivalent to include Maths, English Language and a Science.
- Level 2 Qualification in a Healthcare focused subject.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- A minimum of 12 months experience working with adult and paediatric patients.
- Experience of working in a patient centred role within a hospital/healthcare environment.
- A minimum of 6 months experience of carrying out ECGs and holters and/or working as a HCA.
Skills
Essential
- Demonstrates clear commitment to the team approach, exchanging ideas and providing support to colleagues.
- Able to work effectively in a team, supporting others and challenging colleagues views and attitudes when necessary.
- Evidence of having worked with the public.
- Able to convey instructions and ensure patient understanding clearly and appropriately.
- Advanced keyboard/typing skills.
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Good interpersonal skills
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Good computer skills
- Ability to adapt to changing and demanding situations.
- Able to work unsupervised.
- Highly organised individual who is able to manage multiple priorities at the same time.
Qualifications
Essential
- 3 GCSE passes (grade C or above) or equivalent to include Maths, English Language and a Science.
- Level 2 Qualification in a Healthcare focused subject.
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.
