Cardiac Physiologist - Fixed Term 12 Months Maternity Cover
We are seeking a dynamic and conscientious echocardiographer to work at Barts Health NHS Trust. The successful candidate will work at the Barts Heart Centre, St Bartholomew's Hospital located in The City of London, with rotation to The Royal London Hospital in Whitechapel. They will be required to contribute to the weekend working rota on a rotational basis. This role will provide the successful candidate with exposure to a variety of complex cardiac pathologies and clinical situations.
To be successful in being appointed to a band 7 post, the applicant must have full BSE/EACVI transthoracic accreditation (or international equivalent) and be able to work independently providing this service. The department holds dual accreditation with both the British Society of Echocardiography (BSE) and European Association of Cardiovascular Imaging (EACVI), so this is an exciting opportunity to develop your career as a competent Echocardiographer with opportunities to progress to training in advanced specialist areas i.e. Cardio‑oncology, pre/post complex valve interventions & inherited cardiac conditions.
Main duties of the job
An experienced Band 7 Cardiac Physiologist/Highly Specialized Echocardiographer/Cardiac Scientist is required to work competently in a busy Echocardiography Department. The post-holder will be required to perform complex‑level tasks and assist senior staff as needed. The post holder must be able to work at St Bartholomew's hospital and The Royal London Hospital. The post-holder will be required to work autonomously as a senior staff member within the echocardiography department, assisting senior staff with managerial tasks. In addition, the post-holder will be required to supervise, train, guide, and support staff in the performance of their roles and to provide support to senior staff members. The successful post holder will be expected to join the weekend rotation for inpatient cover.
Job responsibilities
The successful applicant will be an enthusiastic, motivated & forward‑thinking individual who will contribute to the cardiac physiology team & echo service.
Furthermore, you will be supported to develop your leadership skills as you supervise & train staff in the performance of their individual roles and give support to senior staff members.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* BSc Clinical Physiology (or international equivalent)
* Good knowledge of transthoracic echocardiography
* Full BSE/EACVI accreditation
* Immediate Life Support
Experience
* Well versed in basic diagnostic skills expected of a band 6 cardiac physiologist or higher
* Experience in hands‑on transthoracic echo
* Experience in delegating tasks
* Experience in mentorship of junior colleagues
* Experience being responsible for small sections of the cardiology service
Skills
* Ability to work in and contribute to a team environment
* Ability to cope with a heavy workload
* Ability to organise and prioritise workload and demonstrate initiative
* Ability to work well under pressure
* Ability to use Microsoft (Word & Excel) applications
* Knowledge of current professional issues
* Knowledge of a CRS (patient electronic system) or similar system
Knowledge
* More than 18 months experience working within echocardiography at time of employment
* BSE/EACVI certification
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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