Cardiac Physiologist

• To independently perform adult transthoracic echocardiograms in line with BSE minimum data set ad local reporting guidelines
• Responsible for and have a care of duty of patients whilst carrying out all encounters.
• To obtain formal/informal consent for procedures, and to check for any contra-indications for the tests.
• During investigations to ensure that diagnostic results are produced and stored in line with SOPs.
• Maintain and calibrate the equipment used to perform diagnostic tests and procedures.

• Provide the patient with all the relevant details of the test being performed to them.
• Instruct patients as to when they will be seen by doctors to discuss test results.
• Communicate with internal staff and external companies regarding breakdown/maintenance of equipment.
• Expediting abnormal findings to the appropriate members of staff. Give professional advice and opinion if applicable and where necessary.
• Use of effective time management in a high workload area on a daily basis.

• Communicate complex information to patients in lay-man's terms. Also need to overcome barriers such as language, environment, uncooperative and vulnerable patients, while exercising empathy, tact and reassurance.
• Deal with difficult, elderly, and young patients effectively, including those with learning difficulties / mental problems and hearing problems. This can be very challenging.
• Communicate with all levels of staff within Diagnostic World
• Recognise and act upon the cultural and religious needs of patients attending for tests.
• Promote a good working relationship with other team members.
• Provide support and advice to other staff members and clerical staff.

• Check the patient's details against the request form to ensure all details are correct.
• Attend in house quality meetings and training sessions.
• Take responsibility of risk management within own area.

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits package including
• Paid Leave (Holiday, Sick & Study)
• Private Health Reimbursement Policy
• Access to Diagnostic World Service
• EAP
• Discount Gateway
• Cycle to Work
• Company Pension
• And more
• Opportunities for professional development
• Supportive and collaborative working environment

Essential

• You will
• Hold a relevant BSc (Hons) degree.
• Hold or be working towards BSE (British Society of Echocardiography) accreditation.
• Hold a full UK driving License.
• Have extensive knowledge of cardiology.
• Have a strong understanding of Data Protection
• Be able to provide evidence of CPD

Essential

• What people see in you
• A person who delivers results and makes good decisions.
• A team player who is approachable, dedicated and hardworking.
• A passionate, dynamic and committed individual.
• An impactful communicator and agile thinker.
• High quality and service mentality.
• A desire to enhance business success.