Job overview
We are looking for someone to join our friendly team as a Healthcare Science Assistant to work within Cardiac Investigations performing ECGs and fitting ambulatory monitors. This is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to learn new skills and support with the non-invasive Cardiac Investigations service within Cardiology.
Main duties of the job
The main duties of this role are to perform 12 Lead ECGs for both our Cardiology outpatient clinics and as part of an inpatient ward round service.
To run ambulatory monitoring clinics where you will be fitting and removing different types of cardiac monitors.
To deal with a large volume of adult patients daily and sometime paediatric.
To help support the senior clinical team as and when necessary and undertake all duties necessary to help maintain the clinical service.
Working for our organisation
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please note: This role does not meet the minimum criteria for visa sponsorship under the current UK immigration rules, which set specific salary and skill thresholds. As such, we are unable to provide sponsorship for this post. Applicants will therefore need to already have the right to work in the UK to be considered. We include this information at the outset to provide clarity and avoid unnecessary inconvenience for applicants.
If you are applying using a Graduate visa as your right to work, you must have a minimum of 18 months remaining on your visa at time of application.
Form constructive and effective working relationships with patients, consultants, medical secretaries, bed manager, transport, GP surgeries, ward staff, porters, rehabilitation nurses, heart failure nurses and arrhythmia nurses.
1. Communicate complex information to staff, patients and relatives regarding tests.
2. Instruct patients regarding tests and equipment in order to obtain best results.
3. Reassure, empathise and tactfully persuade patients, some of whom may have barriers to understanding.
4. Deal with angry or aggressive patients.
5. Train other staff in tests undertaken.
6. Deal with telephone queries from patients, staff and other departments and direct them to the appropriate person/department where necessary.
7. Promote a pleasant and efficient image with internal and external organisations.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
8. Maths GCSE Grade C or above
9. English GCSE Garde C or above
Knowledge
Essential criteria
10. Basic IT skills
Desirable criteria
11. Basic Life Support
12. Knowledge of basic Anatomy and Physiology
Experience
Desirable criteria
13. Experience of working in a Healthcare setting
Skills
Essential criteria
14. Good communication skills and telephone manner
15. Work to a high level of accuracy
16. Ability to work unsupervised and manage own workload
Personal Qualities
Essential criteria
17. Evidence or understanding of teamwork
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Essential criteria
18. Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
19. Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues .
Important information for applicants:
A Note on AI Use in Applications
We value the individuality and authenticity that each candidate brings to the application process. While AI tools are increasingly accessible, we strongly discourage their use in completing your application. Your responses should reflect your own voice, experiences, and motivations—elements that are essential to a fair and accurate evaluation.
Applications that rely heavily on AI-generated content may misrepresent your abilities and could result in your application being rejected. We encourage you to take the time to present your genuine self, as this helps us better understand your potential and ensures a transparent selection process.
Closing Adverts Early: In the event of exceptional interest, we may close adverts earlier than specified.
Some of our adverts are capped for a limited number of applications; therefore, the advert will close once the cap has been reached. We therefore encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible if you are interested in the position to prevent you from missing out on applying for the opportunity.
Flexible Working: If you would like to explore potential options regarding flexible working please speak with the appropriate recruiting/line manager.
DBS Checks: As part of our commitment to a safe working environment, we undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check on all new employees where the role is eligible for a criminal record check. We make offers in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.
Skilled Worker Visa: Applications for Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome for the roles that meet the Visa and Immigrations eligibility criteria. For further information please visit the gov.uk website searching for Skilled Worker. It is your responsibility as the applicant to ensure that you meet this criteria.
UHSussex reserves the right to close the role early if we receive a high volume of applications