Band 7 Highly Specialist Cardiac Physiologist - Cardiology

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 will primarily be based at Heartlands 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.

You will be responsible for all aspects of device follow up and also be required to attend other sites within the Trust to perform device implant and follow up to maintain BHRS/IBHRE Accreditation.

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 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.

Main Duties, Tasks & Skills Required

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. Additionally, perform a broad range of clinical investigations undertaken within the Cardiac Physiology Service including, but not limited to: 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 Tilt testing (physiologist led) Provide interpretation and reports of own and others' investigations, using discretion and judgement to seek further advice or review as necessary within an appropriate timeframe.

Cross site working.

It is a requirement in line with the needs of the service to work on any of the Trust sites including community diagnostic hubs as dictated by the needs of the service.

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. As such we want to attract and recruit talented individuals from all backgrounds, and for each of you to feel supported for the diversity you bring, to achieve your full potential. For those staff with a disability, including physical disability, long term health condition, mental health or neurodiverse condition, this also means being committed to making reasonable adjustments needed for you to carry out your role.

Job Description

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Person specification

Qualifications

Essential

BSc in Clinical Physiology (or equivalent) or Masters in Cardiac Science

Highly specialist knowledge of Clinical Physiology in at least one area to Masters level or equivalent (Echocardiography or Devices).

IBHRE/BHRS accreditation

RCCP Registered

ILS/ALS Resuscitation certified

Desirable

Training/Assessor's qualification

ASCST/MSCST

Experience

Essential

Experience and scientific knowledge through formal study, training and practice in highly complex and specialized Cardiac investigations.

Supervisory experience.

Experience in the use of PCs and data entry.

Experience of Cardiology IT storage systems.

Desirable

Health and Safety knowledge and experience.

Research experience

Additional Criteria

Essential

Confident to train medical personnel and technical colleagues.

Confident and competent to write accurate clinical and technical reports.

Confident and competent to act appropriately in emergencies and in the event of significant clinical findings.

Capable of supervising staff, delegating and prioritising.

Confident at liaison with medical staff / technical / nursing staff and managers.

Able to deal with conflicts.

Capable of prioritisation.

Confident to liaise with other staff groups ( Consultant staff, Medical staff, Nursing staff and peer groups )

Must be able to work as a team member

Good interpersonal skills

Motivation

Flexibility & Adaptability

Maintains confidentiality

Ability to work in a challenging and busy environment to tight deadlines

To be able to relate and respond to complex and sensitive issues

Awareness and understanding of issues around confidentiality and the handling of clinical information.

Able to deal appropriately with urgent clinical issues.

Able to meet deadlines.

Familiar with the collection of statistical information and audit.

Awareness and understanding of issues facing the NHS and those impacting on Cardiac Physiology either directly or indirectly.

Flexible and reliable

Possible 7 day working

Ability to work cross site / in community diagnostic hubs

Ability To Work On Call (essential When Required)

Desirable

Experience in staff side matters and HR issues.

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.

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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants.

UK Professional Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

For Help With Your Application, Contact

Sultan Ramzan

sultan.ramzan@uhb.nhs.uk

07584385437

Pay scheme

Agenda for Change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£49387.00 to £56515.00 Yearly

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-Time, Flexible Working

Reference number

304-9014652

Job locations

Heartlands Hospital

Bordesley Green E

Birmingham

West Midlands

B9 5SS

Attachments

Job Description

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