We at University Hospital Sussex have lots of opportunity for you. 2023 saw us open phase 1 of our CDC hub at Southlands, with brand-new facilities. In Autumn 2024, we are excited to open phase 2 of this project. This will provide diagnostic pathways including echocardiography, lung function testing, ultrasound and gynaecological treatments. We are now recruiting our staff for this purpose built unit, which will provide amazing educational opportunities for staff to grow and develop in their careers.
This is an opportunity to be part of the new CDC, working in a collaborative and innovative environment, where the emphasis is on high quality patient care, delivered through our fantastic new facilities.
We welcome you to apply for a position as a Cardiac Physiologist highly specialised in Echocardiography. You will be based at the brand new Community Diagnostic Centre at Southlands Hospital with direct links to the Echo departments at Royal Sussex County Hospital and Worthing Hospital.
Role Summary
To undertake, supervise and teach at highly specialist level a broad range of complex echocardiography and cardiac clinical physiology procedures throughout the Community Diagnostic Centre Southland's Shoreham-by-Sea and associated locations as required. To work on all sites for the purposes of training, quality assurance and cover when required.
Main duties of the job
* To provide expert knowledge in highly specialist clinical areas and without supervision carry out a broad range of complex echocardiography
* Perform and report transthoracic echocardiograms (TTE) to BSE standard
* Analyse, interpret and write reports for above clinical procedures based on knowledge and experience of normal and abnormal criteria.
* To provide specialist advice to clinicians regarding results to enable further development of individual care plans.
* To lead in the support of all cardiac physiologists in training
* Effectively and professionally deal with emergency situations.
* Continue to develop highly specialist knowledge and experience including sufficient CPD to maintain professional registration
* To have responsibility for stock control in designated areas ensure stock levels are maintained appropriately and tracking of high value items.
* Adheres to Trust policies and procedures
* Actively maintain a safe working environment in accordance with H& S and COSHH policies.
* Maintain adherence to relevant guidelines for infectious diseases including staying up-to-date with donning and doffing of appropriate PPE.
* To undertake any other reasonable duties at the discretion of the Principal Cardiac Physiologist or his/her deputies
About us
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
Job description
Job responsibilities
* To provide expert knowledge in highly specialist clinical areas and without supervision carry out a broad range of complex echocardiography clinical physiology procedures to agreed standards and protocols.
* Perform and report transthoracic echocardiograms (TTE) to BSE standard
* To provide expert knowledge in a range of clinical service areas e.g. ambulatory monitoring, electrocardiography (ECG), exercise tolerance tests.
* Analyse, interpret and write reports for above clinical procedures based on knowledge and experience of normal and abnormal criteria.
* To provide highly specialist advice to patients regarding outcome of clinical procedures and next steps in care pathway.
* To provide specialist advice to clinicians regarding results to enable further development of individual care plans.
* Actively participate in clinical audits and research trials.
* To lead in the support of all cardiac physiologists in training e.g. production of training materials, completion of logbooks in line with professional bodies and departmental requirements.
* To be responsible for identifying electromedical equipment faults, resolving issues directly where possible and reporting to relevant individual(s) in a timely manner.
* To organise and delegate appropriately the daily workload for areas within the service, prioritising on basis of clinical need and service targets.
* Effectively and professionally deal with emergency situations.
* Continue to develop highly specialist knowledge and experience including sufficient CPD to maintain professional registration
* To have responsibility for stock control in designated areas ensure stock levels are maintained appropriately and tracking of high value items.
* As necessary, organize patient appointments in line with relevant appointment targets and issue appropriate patient information in a timely manner. Maintain patient records, both paper and computer based.
* Contribute to and actively participates in the correct reporting and handling of incidents and accidents.
* Actively promote team building within the cardiac departments.
* Participate in the development of the cardiac departments.
* Adheres to Trust policies and procedures
* Actively maintain a safe working environment in accordance with H& S and COSHH policies.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* BSc Clinical Physiology Degree Or BSc Healthcare Science Or MSc in Clinical Science (Cardiac Science) Or RCCP recognised precursor e.g. HNC Medical Physics and Physiological Measurement and equivalent experience
* Post-graduate echocardiography accreditation e.g. BSE
* BLS Certified
Desirable
* MSc Cardiology or Equivalent
* ILS Certified
Professional Registration
Essential
* Registered with Academy of Healthcare Science or voluntarily registered with the Health Professions Council to practice as a Cardiac Clinical Physiologist-RCCP
Knowledge/ Experience
Essential
* Detailed knowledge of all Cardiac investigations including highly specialised procedures.
* Substantial post basic training.
Desirable
* Minimum 2 years' experience as a Band 6 qualified Cardiac Physiologist
Equality Diversity and Inclusion
Essential
* Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
* Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues.
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)
Address
Southlands Hospital
Upper Shoreham Road
Shoreham-by-Sea
BN43 6TQ
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