Band 6 Cardiac Physiologist

• Work as an independent practitioner in core cardiac diagnostic and interventional procedures, demonstrating sound clinical judgment and technical competence.
• Exhibit excellent communication and teamwork skills, working effectively within a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment.
• Have the opportunity to multi-skill across a range of cardiac sub-specialties, gaining valuable experience in advanced procedures and emerging technologies.
• Be expected to participate in the departmental on-call rota once deemed competent.
• Occasionally support cross-site working to meet service needs.

• BSc in Clinical Physiology or Healthcare Science (Cardiac Physiology), MSc Cardiac Science or equivalent.
• Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development and training.
• Registration with ACHS or HCPC is desirable.

Essential

• *Degree in Clinical Physiology / Healthcare Science (Cardiac Physiology) / Masters in Cardiac Clinical Science or equivalent academic achievement ratified by RCCP/AHCS
• *Evidence of continuing professional development and proficiency in accordance with RCCP/AHCS/HCPC guidelines

Desirable

• *Registration with RCCP (Registration Council Clinical Physiologists)/AHCS (Academy of Healthcare Science) or HCPC (Health & Care Professions Council
• *Immediate Life Support Qualification
• *BHRS Certificate in Devices/EP or working towards.

Essential

• *Good basic knowledge of Cardiology
• *Experience of clinical practice through on the job experience or clinical placements.
• *Knowledge of Cardiac Implantable Device testing and programming in implant and follow up including remote monitoring
• *Knowledge of interventional procedures including PCI, PPCI, cardiac catheterisation.
• *Knowledge, experience and awareness of other areas of Cardiac Physiology including exercise, ambulatory monitoring, echocardiography and intervention
• *Knowledge of professional standards and national guidance surrounding area of expertise

Desirable

• *Post qualification experience in Invasive/Non-Invasive Cardiology
• *Knowledge of complex procedures including structural intervention (TAVI, PFO/ASD/VSD Closure, Mitral Valvuloplasty and Electrophysiology)

Essential

• *Numerate and able to undertake scientific calculations with and without the use of aides
• *Ability to work effectively within a team
• *Manage workload effectively when the workload is unpredictable and there are competing demands (medical emergency)
• *Manual dexterity to undertake highly specialised techniques
• *Computer literacy and skills in IT systems to include Microsoft office
• *Effective communication and interpersonal skills both written and oral.
• *Logical thought processes and the ability to solve problems and plan remedial action
• *Effective organisational, planning and time management skills
• *Ability to train and educate other professionals and students
• *Ability to manage emergency situations including resuscitation and defibrillation
• *Able to support the 24 hours on call service
• *Physically able to move equipment, handle patients and respond to emergency situations including the ability to perform CPR

Desirable

• *Ability to participate in 7 days working