Responsibilities
* To coordinate the day to day ECG and non invasive service provision.
* To ensure that ECGs are recorded in line with departmental policies, and monitor quality control of the ECG service.
* To assist Cardiac Physiologists in designated clinical areas, including but not limited to: 12 lead ECG, Ambulatory 24-hour ECG, 24-hour blood pressure hook-up and download, supporting exercise tolerance testing / stress echocardiography, supporting transoesophageal echocardiography, supporting implantable loop (LINQ) service, administrative duties for ZIO Holter service and remote Cardiac Implantable Electronic Device clinics, and the general running of the non-invasive areas in both LHCH and Knowsley Community sites.
* To comply with departmental policy ensuring optimal quality recordings.
* Demonstrates empathy when dealing with patients in distressing conditions.
* To be proficient at basic and advanced ECG interpretation.
* To ensure that all data is appropriately recorded and archived in line with departmental procedures.
* Participate as a 2nd person in CP led Exercise testing.
* Assists in monitoring and maintaining quality of services within Cardiac Diagnostics.
* Ensures that individual own level of practice is kept up to date with current developments in the field of Cardiology.
* Attach/removal and downloading of Ambulatory Monitoring equipment.
* Assists CP during a wide range of diagnostic investigations such as Echocardiography, Pacemaker Follow Up, TOE and LINQ implant.
* In line with Departmental and Professional bodies guidance actively participates in identification and development of roles where assistance could be beneficial.
* To communicate effectively with patients.
* To communicate effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
* To ensure correct maintenance and cleaning of equipment adhering to Trust and departmental policies.
* Active involvement in risk assessment, Health & Safety, Infection control.
* Help in maintaining appropriate stock control.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early. Therefore, interested applicants are advised to apply as early as possible.
Please review the job description and person specification carefully before applying to ensure that you meet the essential requirements for the post. All applicants will be contacted and informed by email whether they were successfully shortlisted for interview. As part of your pre-employment checks we will be required to obtain satisfactory references. We require at least one written reference from your current or most recent employer. We are only able to accept references from a professional work email address.
From April 2017 the Government plans to extend the requirement to provide a criminal record certificate to Tier 2 visa applicants coming to work in Education, Health and Social Care sectors and to their adult dependants. If you are a Tier 2 visa applicant and you are coming to work in an occupation defined by the relevant Standard Occupational Classification (SOC) code, you will be required to provide a criminal record certificate from any country you have lived in for 12 months or more in the last 10 years, this is also applicable for your adult dependants.
Employers are expected to implement the Care Certificate for all applicable new starters from April 2015. The Care Certificate aims to equip health and social care support workers with the knowledge and skills which they need to provide safe, compassionate care. We expect all new starters in clinical, patient facing posts (bands 1-4) to complete all 15 standards of the Care Certificate, within their first 6 months with the Trust.
Flexible Working applications will be considered in line the Trusts flexible working policies. The Trust is a no-smoking site. We reserve the right to close adverts earlier than the closing date should we receive sufficient applications and so urge you to submit your application as soon as possible. Please note UKVI guidelines prohibits sponsorship for all Band 2 and 3 posts. Guidelines state that many non-clinical posts are also not eligible for sponsorship. Please use UKVI guidance on Skilled Worker Visas to determine whether you would be eligible for sponsorship if you were to gain a conditional offer for this role.
As the largest single site specialist heart and chest hospital in the UK, we, at Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital, have a clear vision to be the best cardiothoracic integrated healthcare organisation. We provide specialist services in cardiothoracic surgery, cardiology, respiratory medicine including adult cystic fibrosis and diagnostic imaging, both in the hospital and out in the community. We serve a catchment area of 2.8 million people, spanning Merseyside, Cheshire, North Wales and the Isle of Man, and increasingly we receive referrals from outside these areas for highly specialised services such as aortics. Heart and lung disease continue to be amongst the biggest killers in the UK and the communities we serve are marked by increased prevalence of cardiovascular disease, higher levels of heart failure, hypertension, coronary artery disease and an ageing population. Our reputation for strong performance is important in delivering the best care for our patients and high quality clinical services, underpinned by a culture of research and innovation, delivered in modern estate and facilitated by technology. New and upgraded clinical areas are designed with patients and families fully involved to deliver their needs.
As part of our long term plan, we aim to form strong clinical and organisational relationships where possible. There is clear evidence that partnerships improve patient care and enhance quality. Our five strategic goals are: Quality; Service and Innovation; Value; Workforce; Stakeholders. Our Mission: "Excellent, Compassionate and Safe care for every patient, every day". For more information, please visit our website and tour the site at the provided links.
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