Assistant Technical Officer - Cardiographer
The closing date is 28 June 2026
We are looking for a dedicated and skilled Cardiographer to join our dynamic team at Northumbria Healthcare. In this role, you will play a critical part in diagnosing and monitoring heart conditions through the use of diagnostic equipment. This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals who are detail‑oriented, patient‑focused, and eager to contribute to the well‑being of others.
Main duties of the job
* Configure medical device and perform basic IT functions
* Support with other specialist diagnostic testing.
* Approximately 60,000 tests annually covering a wide range of cardiac investigations. Population of 450,000.
* Perform a range of routine and urgent cardiac investigations including 12 Lead Electrocardiographs (ECG).
* Fit and remove 24 hour Ambulatory ECG Monitors, Event Recorders and 24 hour Blood Pressure (BP) monitors (with ECG) on both in‑patients and out‑patients.
* Continually obtain accurate test results from a wide cross section of patients. Maintain confidentiality at all times.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Educated to GCSE standard
Experience and Knowledge
* Previous experience dealing with the public
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 name
Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
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