Healthcare Scientist Assistant

• Without immediate supervision, use appropriate electro-medical equipment (e.g. electrocardiograph, sphygmomanometer, spirometer, weighing scales, and ambulatory recording systems) in wards or departments throughout the organisation to obtain physiological data from patients (adults, children and neonates).
• To perform, accurately record and report patient observations -temp, pulse, BP, following completion of relevant competencies/training.
• To be able to identify when to carry out and report observations, should a patients condition alter/deteriorate
• To perform additional tasks as directed i.e. cannulation and phlebotomy following completion of relevant competencies/training.
• To demonstrate good communication skills when dealing with patients, relatives and members of the multidisciplinary team utilising sensitivity, empathy and ability to manage conflict.
• To assist with patient moving and handling using correct methods and equipment as required (as per manual handling policy) and completion of appropriate paperwork.
• To demonstrate skills at time management and prioritisation of workload with support from senior cardiac physiology support worker/HSA or service lead
• To undertake mandatory, statutory and local training as required by the Trust and directorate.
• To be flexible/willing to assist all areas within cardiac physiology e.g. at times of sickness or increased workload.

Essential

• Experience of dealing with people
• Must have the ability to develop new skills efficiently.
• Aware of the importance of maintaining confidentiality.
• Supportive to patients, visitors and colleagues.

Desirable

• Demonstrable experience in a broad range of cardiac physiological procedures such as ECG, Exercise Tolerance Testing, continuous ambulatory monitoring preparation.
• Understanding of the roles of cardiac physiology, nursing, ancillary and other staff
• Previous health care work
• Ability to perform and record vital observations i.e. BP, temp etc.
• Ability to perform ECG's
• Competent in a range of electrocardiographic procedures including preparation, attachment and detachment of ambulatory monitoring systems.
• Documented evidence of attendance to mandatory and statutory training
• Experience in an acute setting
• Undertaken appropriate mandatory and statutory training including child protection and vulnerable adult

Essential

• Professional attitude, takes pride in work
• Patient centred approach,
• Respectful to colleagues and patients, respects diversity.
• Works well within a team
• Committed to professional development of self and team
• Ability to learn from successes and setbacks
• Excellent customer care
• Good communication skills -verbal/written
• A positive approach to change
• Good team player
• Demonstrates initiative

Essential

• Self-motivation
• Open to change
• Effective communication skills (verbal and written)
• Demonstrates adaptability /flexibility and a positive approach to challenges
• Able to cope under pressure