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Band 6 Cardiac physiologist - Echocardioprahy
The closing date is 10 August 2025
You will be a qualified Cardiac physiologist. You will be required to Echo independently however there be training towards BSE accreditation if not yet accredited. This will be bespoke training programme in a department with highly skilled echocardiographers. There will some cardiac physiology work in other areas of the cardiology diagnostic service when required you will also be expected to support the department in maintaining its accreditation and the training and development of other colleagues of all levels.
Main duties of the job
A good basic knowledge of Echocardiography and experience and knowledge within a cardiology diagnostics department
Working to ensure the needs of the service are met and to provide a seamless diagnostic service. As the needs of the service change, the ability to work flexibly and as part of a multidisciplinary team is essential to fulfil these requirements
Working towards BSE accreditation with bespoke training programme. This is also essential for professional development. This job description is designed to assist post holders with understanding what is expected of them in their role
We may ask them to undertake other duties, as required, which are not necessarily specified on the job description but is required as part of the role
All post holders must take responsibility to ensure that they are aware of and adhere to all Trust policies, procedures and guidelines relating to their employment regardless of their position within the Trust.
Perform and interpret routine cardiac investigations.
Perform specialised diagnostics investigations.
Carry out audit to continuously improve patient care and service needs.
Participate in the training and development of both external university students and junior team members.
Communicate and interact effectively within a multidisciplinary team to ensure a positive patient experience.
Assist the Principal Cardiac Physiologist and other senior members of the team in the day-to-day organisation and delivery of the cardiothoracic diagnostic service.
About us
University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust strives to have an inclusive culture where everyone feels like they belong, can thrive, knows that they add value and feels valued. We do this by developing compassionate and culturally competent leaders, being values driven in all that we do and by creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace that thrives on the diversity of our people. As such we want to attract and recruit talented individuals from all backgrounds, and for each of you to feel supported for the diversity you bring, to achieve your full potential. For those staff with a disability, including physical disability, long term health condition, mental health or neurodiverse condition, this also means being committed to making reasonable adjustments needed for you to carry out your role.
Job responsibilities
*Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description*
Person Specification
Qualifications
* *Degree in Clinical Physiology or equivalent/OTEC/ONC or equivalent in MPPM
* *Meet requirements of RCCP voluntary register
* *Evidence of CPD and attendance at relevant meetings
Experience
* *Evidence of an in-depth knowledge of the speciality
* *Evidence to demonstrate a structured approach to continuing professional development.
* *Evidence of an understanding of issues affecting the NHS today, including Government strategy
Additional Criteria
* *Evidence of an in-depth knowledge of the speciality
* *Evidence to demonstrate a structured approach to continuing professional development.
* *Evidence of an understanding of issues affecting the NHS today, including Government strategy
* Ability to work 7 days per week.
* Flexible with working days
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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.
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