Job summary We are looking for an Assistant Technical Officer to join our friendly team. The post will cover Fairfield General Hospital, The Royal Oldham Hospital, Rochdale Infirmary, and Oldham Community Cardiology which form part of the Northern Care Alliance (NCA). Northern care alliance provides a wide range of invasive and non invasive investigations including ECG's and ambulatory monitoring. We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic, enjoys a challenge and works well independently and within a team. We actively encourage professional development and support continuous and future learning opportunities in the department. Unfortunately, this role does not meet the criteria required to qualify for sponsorship. Main duties of the job Support the cardiac physiologists and cardiology department in a range of investigations. Perform routine ECG's and fit ambulatory monitors on a variety of patients. Work collaboratively on a day-to-day basis with others to contribute to the smooth and efficient running of the service across the different sites. To undertake & assist all administration support required in the organisation of the day to day running of the service, including answering phone queries, photocopying, etc. About us The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people living across Greater Manchester. Our 20,000 colleagues care for people in hospital and in the community, working across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham and Salford, to save and improve lives. As a large NHS trust we are committed to enhancing the health of our local population by delivering consistently high standards of care and working closely with local authorities and key partners. We believe in our power and potential to make a difference and we're always looking for people who demonstrate our three core values - care, appreciate and inspire - to join our team. In return, we can offer you a job role with purpose and flexibility. The size and scale of the NCA means we can provide more challenge and opportunities so your career can always be moving in the right direction. By joining us you can also access a competitive benefits package, including, a fantastic annual leave allowance, flexible working opportunities and protected hours for health and wellbeing activities, helping you to achieve more personal downtime and a better work-life balance. Date posted 18 October 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 2 Salary £23,615 a year pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number 236-BCO-CS407-24 Job locations Fairfield General Hospital Rochdale Old Road Bury BL9 7TD Job description Job responsibilities To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: https://careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk/ Job description Job responsibilities To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: https://careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk/ Person Specification Qualifications Essential Level 1 Literacy and Numeracy (GCSE English and Maths Grade D-G) Desirable Certificate in Basic life Support (BLS) Knowledge, Training & Experience Essential Experience of working with members of the public or a desire to work in the Health Service Knowledge of Information governance Working Knowledge of various IT systems Desirable Previous NHS experience within a multi-disciplinary environment Previous cardiology experience Experience in performing ECG Experience in fitting holters Knowledge of medical terminology and procedures Skills & Abilities Essential Good communication skills Basic IT skills Desirable Good organisational skills Person Specification Qualifications Essential Level 1 Literacy and Numeracy (GCSE English and Maths Grade D-G) Desirable Certificate in Basic life Support (BLS) Knowledge, Training & Experience Essential Experience of working with members of the public or a desire to work in the Health Service Knowledge of Information governance Working Knowledge of various IT systems Desirable Previous NHS experience within a multi-disciplinary environment Previous cardiology experience Experience in performing ECG Experience in fitting holters Knowledge of medical terminology and procedures Skills & Abilities Essential Good communication skills Basic IT skills Desirable Good organisational skills 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Additional information 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Employer details Employer name Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust Address Fairfield General Hospital Rochdale Old Road Bury BL9 7TD Employer's website https://www.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)