Senior Cardiac Physiologist (Cathlab & Pacing)

To provide skills and teamwork in the Clinical Measurements Department working in non-invasive and invasive services to ensure delivery of a quality clinical service.

To undertake and teach diagnostic angiography, PCI, Pacing implant/follow-ups, remote monitoring service and non-invasive diagnostic tests at a high level.

To maintain a progressive learning environment within the department to ensure the development of all members of staff.

To work within a 24/7 service and work weekends on a rotational basis on-call.

To participate in the provision of the technical invasive cardiology service and assist during the full range of cardiac procedures undertaken within the angiography suite.

To undertake and teach diagnostic angiography, PCI, Pacing implant/follow-ups, remote monitoring service and non-invasive diagnostic tests at a high level.

To maintain standards of technical competency in the provision of all technical cardiac procedures (invasive and non-invasive - including pacing follow-ups, exercise testing, tilt testing, ambulatory monitoring, and ECGs).

To assist with the efficient running of the technical service by prioritising the daily workload where appropriate.

To effectively, promptly, and professionally respond to emergency situations maintaining control and requesting assistance as necessary.

To be responsible for identifying equipment faults, and directly resolve fault issues by reporting them in a timely manner.

To provide first line interpretation and full technical reports of individual tests performed whilst reviewing/assisting with the reporting of studies performed by junior staff members.

To remain up to date with latest trends in clinical physiology translating these into practice and transferring this knowledge to staff within ones area of responsibility.

To assist with research studies as required.

To ensure all patients receive appropriate and individualised care.

To undertake service provision and/or training in other areas of Clinical Physiology, as required.

To participate in the 24/7 on-call service provided by the Clinical Physiology department, as required and on a rotational basis.

To ensure that all data entered on the invasive database is timely and accurate and that statistical records and audits are produced when required.

To deputise for the Operations Manager & Principal Cardiac Physiologist and/ or Chief Cardiac Physiologists when necessary for management of an area within the department.

To be responsible for the management/appraisals of junior cardiac physiologists

To assist with the recruitment and retention of staff within the Clinical Measurements Department

To assist with all aspects of the organisation and performance of the invasive and non-invasive service when requested/required.

To work with the Operations Manager & Principal Cardiac Physiologist to ensure procedures are in place to achieve Government targets in Cardiac Physiology services

To assist in the development of protocols, guidelines, and policies within the department in order to achieve IQIPS accreditation.

To implement local policies and guidelines and ensure these are adhered to at all times and ensure these incorporate current professional recommendations and evidence based practice.

To participate in the training and development of local competencies of junior staff within the department.

To work in accordance with standards set by the Society for Cardiological Sciences and Technology (SCST) and the Registration Council for Clinical Physiologists (RCCP)

To be familiar with the use of Cerner, PAS, PRISM and any other computerised systems integral to the running of the department.

Communication with senior staff regarding stock and/or equipment management; ensuring adequate stock control is maintained and that staff are aware of economical use of supplies

To review and prioritise inpatient requests for cardiac investigations, liaising with ward/medical staff to ensure availability of staff and resources.

To manage own time to achieve a balance between clinical and administrative duties.

To undertake any other reasonable duties at the discretion of the Operations Manager & Principal Cardiac Physiologist or his deputies.

Personnel

To conduct self in a professional manner and act as a role model to junior staff at all times.

Ashford and St. Peters Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust serves a population of more than 410,000 people living in North-West Surrey, parts of Hounslow and beyond.

Over 3,700 highly trained doctors, nurses, midwives, therapists, healthcare scientists and other support staff make up our workforce, providing a wide range of services across our two hospital sites, Ashford, Ashford, Surrey and St Peter's, Chertsey, Surrey.

We also run many specialist clinics in the community and local community hospitals and other healthcare facilities.

Our vision is to be one of the best healthcare Trusts in the country. There has never been a better time to join us in the NHS at Ashford & St Peters Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust with our strong commitment to staff health and wellbeing. We are committed to providing continuous professional development, staff benefits and flexibility to shape our workforce around our patient care.

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Although it isn't the Trusts normal practice, adverts may close early, so applicants are encouraged to submit an application as soon as possible.

Qualifications and Further Training

Desirable: - RCCP registration or with relevant qualifications to attain this; - Intermediate Life Support Skills; - Stock management

Knowledge and Skills

Essential: - oAbility to wear lead apron; - oAbility to work independently; - oEffective time management skills; - oTeam worker and staff-supportive management style

Desirable: - Must be able to demonstrate ASPH Trust values