Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, self-motivated Senior Assistant Technical Officer (SATO) join our busy department. This post will be split between the PRH/RSH site and the new Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC) which will be based at Hollinswood House. The Cardio-respiratory floor of the CDC was opened in June 2024 and is an extension of services currently only provided at PRH/RSH sites. The CDC is a national initiative fto improve diagnostic service provision. The aim is to increase diagnostic capacity and reduce health inequality by providing a single point of access to a range of services. Your role will be part of the Cardio-respiratory Department. The successful applicant will need experience in dealing with the general public, ideally in a healthcare setting. Excellent IT and communication skills are essential. As is the ability to remain calm and professional under pressure, in the sometimes challenging role. When trained, you will be performing some of our basic diagnostic tests include performing 12 lead ECGs, fitting longer term ECG monitors, Blood pressure and sleep monitoring. You will also be trained in performing basic respiratory tests (Spirometry/FeNO) and assisting with Exercise ECGs. You will be expected to cover all hospital environments when on the PRH/RSH site, and work independently when at the CDC. Main duties of the job To assist in the provision of a high quality Cardio-respiratory Service. To perform and/or assist with a range of routine cardiological and respiratory investigations to National Standard as determined by professional guidelines. Senior Assistant Technical Officers (SATO) are health care workers who perform or assist with a range of routine physiological measurement investigations. The results provided are used to determine patient treatment strategies. This is done in both an inpatient and outpatient setting. The role requires excellent communication skills to help reassure patients which are often anxious. A basic knowledge of ECG interpretation will be required to enable the SATO to alert the Medics to any acute ECG changes which require immediate medical attention. There is also a requirement for the post holder to be able to assess potential contraindications and to be able to understand and obtain accurate spirometry results. Full training will be given. About us The Cardio-respiratory Department has a base at both hospital sites with Cardiac Diagnostics based predominantly at The Princess Royal Hospital. We are a large, friendly team and you will be working closely with both admin and Physiologists to providing a comprehensive, dynamic diagnostic service. Date posted 08 November 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 3 Salary £24,071 to £25,674 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number 223-SAO-883 Job locations The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital Shrewsbury and Telford TF1 6TF Job description Job responsibilities For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description. Job description Job responsibilities For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description. Person Specification Qualifications Essential GCSE A-C in English and Maths (or equivalent qualification) Desirable GCSE Grade C Science and/or vocational healthcare qualification SCST Certificate in ECG Certificate in Spirometry Experience Essential Experience working with the Public Desirable Experience working in a health care setting ECG experience Spirometry experience Skills Essential Good IT skills/computer literacy Communication skills Organisational skills Desirable Experience of working with hospital based software eg Cris/Sema Person Specification Qualifications Essential GCSE A-C in English and Maths (or equivalent qualification) Desirable GCSE Grade C Science and/or vocational healthcare qualification SCST Certificate in ECG Certificate in Spirometry Experience Essential Experience working with the Public Desirable Experience working in a health care setting ECG experience Spirometry experience Skills Essential Good IT skills/computer literacy Communication skills Organisational skills Desirable Experience of working with hospital based software eg Cris/Sema 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 The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust Address The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital Shrewsbury and Telford TF1 6TF Employer's website http://www.sath.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)