Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust
An opportunity has arisen to join our friendly team as a Chief Cardiac Physiologist/Scientist in the arrhythmia team. You should be able to work independently in complex devices and the cardiac catheter lab. The expertise of this driven individual will contribute to the successful development of the arrhythmia service.
We have a position to cover a period of maternity leave for someone with extensive knowledge of arrhythmia management. The individual should have an interest and enthusiasm for transferring their skills to the paediatric setting. They will work alongside other specialists to provide a comprehensive and high-quality service in complex devices and the cardiac catheter lab. A contribution to other areas within the service will be required when the need dictates, including exercise testing and other ambulatory investigations.
The post holder should be someone who is willing to challenge themselves tackling complex cardiac abnormalities and inherited cardiac conditions.
Main duties of the job
* Highly specialist knowledge in cardiac physiology, with experience or interest in paediatric cardiology, congenital heart disease, cardiac devices, and/or electrophysiology.
* To be independent in performing all types of cardiac device follow-up including pacemakers, ICDs, CRT, and implantable loop recorders. This includes problem solving, troubleshooting, reprogramming, and knowing when to raise issues with the medical team.
* Be part of the remote monitoring service including ensuring all patients are adequately followed up and contacting disconnected monitors.
* Participate in the cardiac device implantation service which includes loop recorders, pacemakers, ICDs, and CRTs. Independent practice in both endocardial and epicardial implants is required, as well as training junior members of staff in implants.
* To take responsibility for monitoring own performance and professional development to ensure the delivery of a high quality, efficient, and effective service in line with current trends and research.
* To develop and train other members of staff, including physiologists, doctors, and nurses on clinical aspects of the role - this includes devices, cath lab, and ambulatory services.
About us
GOSH is committed to recruiting the best person for the job, based solely on their ability and individual merit as measured against the criteria for the role; through a process that is fair, open, consistent, and free from bias and discrimination.
We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture where all staff are valued, respected, and acknowledged. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, disability status, or length of time spent unemployed.
We particularly welcome applications from BAME communities, people with disabilities and/or long-term health conditions, and LGBT+ community members.
We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants and employees are treated fairly and consistently.
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required.
Person Specification
* BSc Clinical Physiology - Cardiology OR relevant science subject
* Basic Life Support
* Postgraduate (MSc) certificate in a relevant cardiac speciality
* RCCP/AHCS/HCPC registration
Experience/Knowledge
* Specialist knowledge of adult cardiology or Paediatric cardiology/CHD
* Experience in specialist areas such as interventional cath lab, complex devices, and/or EP procedures
* Knowledge of congenital and inherited cardiac conditions
* Experience in training staff at all levels
* Previous experience working at a Band 6 or 7 level within a Cardiac department, including experience at a highly specialist level of independent practice
* Specialist knowledge of or interest in paediatric/CHD cardiology
Skills/Abilities
* Prepared to learn and teach
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.
Salary
£54,320 to £60,981 a year, per annum inclusive
Contract
Fixed term, 12 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Job locations
Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust
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