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Job Summary
The successful postholder will work out of our brand new community diagnostic centre. To act as highly specialised cardiac physiologist. To perform and report independantly on echocardiography exams to BSE standard.
Job Summary
The successful postholder will work out of our brand new community diagnostic centre. To act as highly specialised cardiac physiologist. To perform and report independantly on echocardiography exams to BSE standard.
To support junior staff in the accreditation process and to assist with quality assurance.
To assist with all aspects of operational activities at the CDC with regards to cardiology.
Main duties of the job
* To provide expert knowledge in highly specialist clinical areas and without supervision carry out a broad range of complex echocardiography
* Perform and report transthoracic echocardiograms (TTE) to BSE standard
* Analyse, interpret and write reports for above clinical procedures based on knowledge and experience of normal and abnormal criteria.
* To provide specialist advice to clinicians regarding results to enable further development of individual care plans.
* To lead in the support of all cardiac physiologists in training
* Effectively and professionally deal with emergency situations.
* Continue to develop highly specialist knowledge and experience including sufficient CPD to maintain professional registration
* To have responsibility for stock control in designated areas ensure stock levels are maintained appropriately and tracking of high value items.
* Adheres to Trust policies and procedures
* Actively maintain a safe working environment in accordance with H&S and COSHH policies.
* Maintain adherence to relevant guidelines for infectious diseases including staying up-to-date with donning and doffing of appropriate PPE.
* To undertake any other reasonable duties at the discretion of the Lead Cardiac Physiologist or General Manager of the CDC.
About Us
We are committed to being an inclusive and diverse employer. We strive to employ people who reflect the communities we serve, and aim to create an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential. Whatever your race, ethnicity, belief, generation, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, disability or experience, you'll appreciate the opportunities we give you to work in an inclusive atmosphere. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences to build on the progress we've achieved to make our Trust diverse and the best place to work. We celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that help us overcome challenges and embrace new possibilities. We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant Pledge and have a commitment to the Armed Forces Community.
We are dedicated to using our Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) approach as our shared organisation model of change to enhance our services and ensure excellence in patient care.
If you are considering applying for a role, please be aware that as an NHS Employee you may have contact with vulnerable service users. We strongly encourage that all our staff are vaccinated against COVID-19 and are vaccinated annually against Flu, in order to protect the health and safety of our staff and patients. Your commitment will help us to put the safety and care of our patients first, as well as helping us to protect you and your colleagues.
Details
Date posted
19 June 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£48,270 to £54,931 a year PA
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
252-7269667
Job locations
North West Kent Community Diagnostic Centre
East Hill
Dartford
DA1 1SA
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Use specialist expertise underpinned by theory and experience to provide a high level of specialist technical and clinical expertise in a wide range of advanced diagnostic tests and procedures. To liaise effectively with service managers and other physiologists to provide a clinical physiological service. Ensuring a high level of clinical excellence and patient care.
Performs transthoracic echocardiography, (TTE) using manual dexterity and precision, exercising specialist judgemental skills when acquiring images.
To produce a full, accurate and comprehensive clinical reports independently for each study, which will directly affect patient care and/or management. Responsibility for own caseload.
Responsible along with the other Band 7 Physiologist for the operational responsibility of the department on a day to day basis. This includes a clinical workload (i.e. performing and/or reporting on all the non-invasive tests) as well as day to day supervision of the junior staff.
To take a leading role in staff development and training as required.
Will need to successfully liaise on operational matters with the Heart Centre at Darent Valley Hospital.
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Use specialist expertise underpinned by theory and experience to provide a high level of specialist technical and clinical expertise in a wide range of advanced diagnostic tests and procedures. To liaise effectively with service managers and other physiologists to provide a clinical physiological service. Ensuring a high level of clinical excellence and patient care.
Performs transthoracic echocardiography, (TTE) using manual dexterity and precision, exercising specialist judgemental skills when acquiring images.
To produce a full, accurate and comprehensive clinical reports independently for each study, which will directly affect patient care and/or management. Responsibility for own caseload.
Responsible along with the other Band 7 Physiologist for the operational responsibility of the department on a day to day basis. This includes a clinical workload (i.e. performing and/or reporting on all the non-invasive tests) as well as day to day supervision of the junior staff.
To take a leading role in staff development and training as required.
Will need to successfully liaise on operational matters with the Heart Centre at Darent Valley Hospital.
Person Specification
Education
Essential
* BSc Clinical Physiology Degree Or BSc Healthcare Science Or MSc in Clinical Science (Cardiac Science)
* Scientific knowledge acquired by Degree in clinical physiology degree. Membership to professional body acquired by examination either BSE (postgraduate diploma level)
* BSE accreditation
Desirable
* Registered with Academy of Healthcare Science or voluntarily registered with the Health Professions Council to practice as a Cardiac Clinical Physiologist-RCCP
* Relevant accredited courses Masters in Echocardiography
Knowledge and experience
Essential
* Previous experience of teaching formally/informally
* Highly developed specialist knowledge underpinned by theory and in-depth experience in technical Cardiology with advanced
* knowledge of at least two disciplines of technical Cardiology acquired with proven experience
* 1- 2 years post BSE Accreditation
* 3 years' experience at a Senior level of independent practice
* Experience of supervision of junior staff
Desirable
* Evidence of assisting in identifying and implementing service improvement
* Able to draw upon a broad range of clinical knowledge
* Experience of 12 L and ambulatory ECG analysis
Clinical
Essential
* Detailed knowledge of all Cardiac investigations including highly specialised procedures.
* Understand the national and local guidelines and procedures required to perform clinical tests and demonstrate that they can carry these out to the required standards.
Person Specification
Education
Essential
* Detailed knowledge of all Cardiac investigations including highly specialised procedures.
* Understand the national and local guidelines and procedures required to perform clinical tests and demonstrate that they can carry these out to the required standards.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust
Address
North West Kent Community Diagnostic Centre
East Hill
Dartford
DA1 1SA
Employer's website
https://www.dgt.nhs.uk/working-for-us (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust
Address
North West Kent Community Diagnostic Centre
East Hill
Dartford
DA1 1SA
Employer's website
https://www.dgt.nhs.uk/working-for-us (Opens in a new tab)
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Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Health Care Provider
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