Band 7 Specialised Cardiac Physiologist - Echocardiography
The successful applicant will join an innovative and expert team within the Royal Free NHS Foundation Trust, the post holder will be primarily based at the echocardiography service at Finchley Memorial Hospital which is known for being a well-established Community Diagnostic Centre. There will be opportunities to rotate through all the sites for training and development purposes.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be expected to:
Demonstrate expertise in echocardiography ensuring that the service model provides demonstrably high-quality patient care within financial and clinical targets.
Demonstrate working knowledge of the full range of investigations.
Demonstrate leadership qualities, provide support to junior team members and carry out organisational and supervisory duties.Participate in developing shift rotas, including weekend work.
Demonstrate a professional approach to patient care and be able to communicate with patients clearly.Effectively communicate within the Community Diagnostic Centre's and other departments throughout the Trust.
About us
The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests.
Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top.
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.
Person Specification
Education
* Degree in Clinical Physiology or BSc in Healthcare Sciences
* BSE or equivalent qualification in echocardiography
* RCCP registration
Experience
* Significant experience as independent echocardiographer
* Working knowledge of other investigations carried out in other areas
Skills and aptitudes
* High level of clinical and technical expertise in routine echocardiography
* Experience in creating/updating departmental policies & procedures
* Ability to prioritise and meet deadlines and organise own workload
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.
£53,751 to £60,651 a yearper annum inclusive of HCAS
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