Job Summary
This is an exciting opportunity for a Highly Specialised Cardiac Physiologist with an interest in CRM to join a busy, established Device Service in a friendly Cardiology Department. The role is based at Good Hope Hospital, part of University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, where we perform device implant and follow up including Conduction System Pacing and S-ICD implant.
As a Highly Specialised Cardiac Physiologist you will be BHRS/IBHRE accredited to support all aspects of the CRM Service. There is a requirement to support the Device On Call Service. You will also be required to cover other aspects of diagnostic cardiac physiology, to include angiography, exercise tolerance testing and Holter analysis. This is a full-time role working 37.5 hours per week across 4 days, 08.00-18.00. On occasion there may be a requirement to support services at other sites within the Trust.
Working Pattern & Details
Full-time, Permanent. Working pattern: 37.5 hours per week across 4 days, 08.00-18.00. Possible travel to other sites within the Trust.
Reference number: 304-9012425
Job location: Good Hope Hospital, Rectory Rd, Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands, B75 7RR.
Band: 7. Salary: £47,810 to £54,710 a year. Pay scheme: Agenda for change.
Job Responsibilities
Perform highly specialised Cardiac Physiology investigations and interventions including:
* Perform advanced physiological testing during pacemaker, CRT‑P and ICD/CRT‑D implantation and follow‑up with analysis of highly complex data and diagnostic information.
* Independent prescription and evaluation of device therapy and programming ensuring individualised device optimisation. Currently we perform an on‑call rota for complex devices and expect an accredited Band 7 physiologist to take part in this.
* Perform a broad range of clinical investigations undertaken within the Cardiac Physiology Service: performance, analysis and interpretation of resting ECGs (including independent interpretation for Direct Access patients); manage physiologist‑led Exercise Tolerance Testing; Holter analysis (including complex pacemakers/implantable devices); Cardiac catheterisation (including complex cases); Permanent pacemaker and implantable loop recorder implantation and follow‑up.
Person Specification
* Qualifications (essential)
o BSc in Clinical Physiology (or equivalent) or Masters in Cardiac Science
o Highly specialist knowledge of Clinical Physiology in at least one area to Masters level or equivalent (Echocardiography or Devices).
o IBHRE/BHRS accreditation
o RCCP Registered
o ILS/ALS Resuscitation certified
* Qualifications (desirable)
o Training/Assessor's qualification
o ASCST/MSCST
* Experience (essential)
o Experience and scientific knowledge through formal study, training and practice in highly complex and specialised Cardiac investigations.
o Supervisory experience.
o Experience in use of PCs and data entry.
o Experience of Cardiology IT storage systems.
* Experience (desirable)
o Health and Safety knowledge and experience.
o Research experience.
* Additional Criteria (essential)
o Health and Safety knowledge and experience.
o Research experience.
o Proficient at using a wide range of complex diagnostic test equipment including recognition of basic faults, calibration and quality control issues.
o Able to effectively evaluate equipment and services.
o Able to manage and requisition stock.
o Able to manage own and others' workload within a framework of competing priorities.
o Skilled in motivating and inspiring others.
o Confident to train medical personnel and technical colleagues.
o Confident and competent to write accurate clinical and technical reports.
o Confident and competent to act appropriately in emergencies and in the event of significant clinical findings.
o Capable of supervising staff, delegating and prioritising.
o Confident in liaison with medical staff, technical staff, nursing staff and managers.
o Able to deal with conflicts.
o Capable of prioritisation.
o Must be able to work as a team member.
o Good interpersonal skills.
o Motivation.
o Flexibility & Adaptability.
o Maintains confidentiality.
o Ability to work in a challenging and busy environment to tight deadlines.
o To be able to relate and respond to complex and sensitive issues.
o Awareness and understanding of issues around confidentiality and handling of clinical information.
o Able to deal appropriately with urgent clinical issues.
o Able to meet deadlines.
o Familiar with collection of statistical information and audit.
o Awareness of issues facing the NHS and those impacting on Cardiac Physiology.
o Flexible and reliable.
o Possible 7‑day working.
o Ability to work cross‑site/in community diagnostic hubs.
o Ability to work on call (essential when required).
* Additional Criteria (desirable)
o Experience in staff side matters and HR issues.
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. For staff with a disability, we are committed to making reasonable adjustments needed for them to carry out their role.
Legal and Compliance Information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and a submission for disclosure will be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service. Certificate of Sponsorship: Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. UK Registration: Applicants must have current UK professional registration.
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