Band 7 Highly Specialised Cardiac Physiologist CRM
The closing date is 4th Feb 2025
Job summary
We are a busy complex device implant and follow-up centre.
Provide highly complex specialist Clinical Cardiology diagnostic and therapeutic procedures to inpatients and outpatients of all ages from a wide range of specialities.
Undertake clinical interpretation of results and provision of reports for own and others' work. Support senior colleagues in the day-to-day organisation and running of the department, deputising in their absence.
Provide CPD, education, training and assessment of Clinical Physiologists (Cardiology) and other professionals.
Provide expert advice to clinicians and colleagues in the specialist area. Act as a positive role model for junior staff.
Perform highly specialised Cardiac Physiology investigations and interventions including:
1. Advanced physiological testing during pacemaker, CRT-P and ICD/CRT-D implantation and follow-up with analysis of highly complex data and diagnostic information. Independent prescription and evaluation of device therapy and programming ensuring individualised device optimisation. Participate in the on-call rota for complex devices.
2. Performance, analysis and interpretation of resting ECGs, including independent interpretation for Direct Access patients.
3. Manage physiologist-led Exercise Tolerance Testing.
4. Provide expert clinical opinion for medical and physiologist colleagues in cases of conflicting or difficult interpretation of investigations.
5. Quality assurance checks on clinical reports of physiologist colleagues and junior staff prior to despatch to clinicians.
6. Advise medical staff on the selection and appropriateness of test procedures and therapies.
7. Provide advice and information to patients on clinical issues and implantable devices.
About us
We are recognised as one of the leading NHS Foundation Trusts in the UK. Our vision is to Build Healthier Lives, and we recognise that we need incredible staff to do this.
Our commitment to our staff is to create the best place for them to work, and we are dedicated to:
1. Investing in the health and wellbeing of our staff, including a commitment to offering flexible working.
2. Offering a wide variety of training and development opportunities to support personal and career development objectives.
University Hospitals Birmingham is a Smoke-Free premises hospital.
Person specification
Qualifications
BSc in Clinical Physiology (or equivalent) or Masters in Cardiac Science.
Highly specialist knowledge of Clinical Physiology in at least one area to Masters level or equivalent (Echocardiography or Devices).
IBHRE/BHRS accreditation.
RCCP Registered.
ASCST/MSCST.
Experience
Experience and scientific knowledge through formal study, training and practice in highly complex and specialized Cardiac investigations.
Supervisory experience.
Experience in the use of PCs and data entry.
Experience of Cardiology IT storage systems.
Health and Safety knowledge and experience.
Research experience.
Additional Criteria
Confident to train medical personnel and technical colleagues.
Confident and competent to write accurate clinical and technical reports.
Confident and competent to act appropriately in emergencies and in the event of significant clinical findings.
Capable of supervising staff, delegating and prioritising.
Good interpersonal skills and the ability to work as a team member.
Flexibility & Adaptability.
Ability to work in a challenging and busy environment to tight deadlines.
Able to deal with conflicts and urgent clinical issues appropriately.
Able to meet deadlines.
Familiar with the collection of statistical information and audit.
Awareness of issues facing the NHS and those impacting on Cardiac Physiology.
Ability to work cross-site / in community diagnostic hubs.
Ability to work on call (essential when required).
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and will require a Disclosure submission to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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.
UK Professional Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration.
For help with your application, contact:
Lorraine Ricketts
01214249402
Band
Band 7
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-Time, Flexible Working
Reference number
304-9004458
Job locations
Good Hope Hospital
Rectory Rd
Sutton Coldfield
West Midlands
B75 7RR
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