Overview
To accurately record electrocardiograms and to recognise normal and abnormal recordings. To fit ambulatory ECG monitors, BP monitors and manual blood pressure readings. To analyse ambulatory monitoring results and create a comprehensive technical report.
Responsibilities
* To support the cardiac physiologists with preparation of patients for echocardiography procedures, including measuring height and weight, preparing the patient for the echocardiogram and assisting with dressing and undressing
* Record a technically accurate electrocardiograph, enabling the Physician to accurately interpret the results.
* Ability to recognise serious arrhythmias, acute myocardial infarcts and initiate the correct action
* Accurately input data on to the patient record systems, keeping accurate activity data.
* Routine care of equipment including cleaning, identifying technical faults and initiate the correct action
* Know when to seek advice from a senior member of staff.
* Consumable stock check
* Fit ambulatory ECG and BP monitoring. Download results onto a database.
* Assist with exercise stress testing and preparation of echocardiography patients
* Assist clerical staff with filing, telephone queries and report typing.
* Any other duties which are a reasonable management request.
Organisational context
We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with five hospitals and community clinics serving a local population of around 800,000 people. Our vision is 'great healthcare from great people'. Everything we do is guided by our values: 'People feel cared for, safe, respected and confident that we are making a difference'. We have a new way of working at East Kent Hospitals, called 'We care'. It\'s about empowering frontline staff to lead improvements day-to-day. We\'re looking for compassionate people to be part of our improvement journey for the patients, families and carers we care for every day.
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