Chief Physiologist, Rhythm Management *Incentives Available*
NHS AfC: Band 7
Main area: Cardiac Rhythm Management
Grade: NHS AfC: Band 7
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Job ref: 234-23-M1332-E
Site: Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital
Town: Norwich
Salary: £46,148 - £52,809 per annum (pro rata)
Salary period: Yearly
Closing: 24/10/2024 23:59
Interview date: 05/11/2024
At NNUH it is our privilege to provide healthcare to over one million people across Norfolk and surrounding areas. Our vision is to ‘provide the best care for every patient’, and if this inspires you and you share our values, we really want you to join our team.
Job overview
A £3000 welcome bonus and relocation package up to £8000 is available to eligible candidates, terms and conditions apply.
#TeamNNUH are recruiting for Cardiac Physiologists to join our busy team in Technical Cardiology.
As a department, people are at the heart of what we do. Working within our dedicated Cardiac Cath labs, within Cardiology Outpatients, you will work as part of a team which delivered over 1250 device implants last year. This makes us the biggest implant centre in the country! Working alongside our Specialist Physiologists and a team of 24 Consultant Cardiologists, you will play a pivotal role in the care of our patients.
Main duties of the job
* Provide clinical and leadership support to all Rhythm management colleagues.
* Act as a resource for support and guidance of Cardiology staff and at Trust level, as required.
* Assist in the placement of appropriate personnel/skills across the directorate.
* Implement and work to Trust and Directorate, evidence-based procedures, policies, and guidelines.
* Work closely with the Lead Physiologist Rhythm Manager to promote good working relationships with all members of the multi-disciplinary team.
* Assist in the management of staff performance and development through a process of appraisal, which should include a cycle of constructive performance review and the establishment of a relevant personal development plan.
* Monitor and manage staff sickness and absence.
* Ensure all staff complete the relevant training and statutory updating regarding mandatory training.
* Identify and report performance issues in accordance with Trust policy.
* Act as an ambassador for the Trust in professional and public settings.
* Comply with the patients complaints procedure of the Norfolk & Norwich University Hospital NHS Trust.
Person specification
Qualifications
* BSc Clinical Physiology, Cardiology or equivalent, with extensive experience at Senior level.
* BHRS / IBHRE / EHRA accreditation in pacing and/or electrophysiology.
Experience
* Knowledge and experience of working in all areas of Technical Cardiology.
Skills
* Able to work as an independent practitioner in the field of implantable device and rhythm management.
* Good communication and interpersonal skills.
* Effective role model, demonstrating NNUH’s PRIDE values of People focused, Respect, Integrity, Dedication, and Excellence.
* Demonstrates understanding and commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion.
The Job Description, which includes a Person Specification, provides a full outline of responsibilities and requirements for this role. Please use your supporting statement to demonstrate how you meet the person specification.
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