Job summary Here at Sheffield Teaching Hospitals we have an exciting opportunity for an 18-month fixed term full-time training post in Echocardiography. This is part of the Echocardiography Training Programme developed by the National School of Healthcare Science and funded by Health Education England. We are extremely keen to recruit an enthusiastic and motivated individual that would like to pursue a career in Echocardiography. The training programme is open to cardiac physiologists who have an interest in specialising in Echocardiography but also other individuals with a healthcare or science background who would like to progress into diagnostic cardiology. You will work alongside a very established and experienced senior team who are absolutely committed and dedicated to training in addition to our successful and current trainees. Successful candidates will be trained to BSE accreditation level 2 and will be awarded a Post-graduate Certificate in Clinical Echocardiography. For more information, please see the NSHCS website: https://nshcs.hee.nhs.uk/programmes/echocardiography-training-programme Main duties of the job Undertake the NSHCS echocardiography training programme and work towards completion of the British Society of Echocardiography accreditation. The post holder will follow a structured training plan to meet both with clearly defined targets, expectations and regular assessments in order to complete British Society of Accreditation. To assist in the training of Cardiac Physiologists within non-invasive cardiology to degree level in conjunction with the departments training co-ordinator. Performing echocardiograms which requires intimate contact with patients. Provide a safe, efficient and effective Cardiology service to our patients. Responsible for participating in clinical audit activities, research and development and equipment evaluation. Work collaboratively on a day to day basis with others and ensure service needs are met. Commitment to working within teams. Coaches and provides advice to others adopting a positive encouraging style. To annually complete the Immediate Life Saving certificate to the standard defined and accredited by the UK resuscitation council. Maintain accurate patient data including accurate documentation and record keeping in line with Trust policies and have full regard to patient confidentiality. Ensure all untoward incidents are reported and appropriate action is taken. Observe and implement all health and safety policies. Attend appropriate meetings and seminars to maintain professional development. About us You will be working for an organisation which values and respects all its staff and the community it serves. The Trust is a leader in the NHS and research sectors and provides excellent benefits for its staff. This includes commitments to professional development but also many policies to support employees in balancing their personal and professional lives. Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's busiest and most successful NHS foundation trusts. We provide a full range of local hospital and community services for people in Sheffield, as well as specialist care for patients from further afield, including cancer, spinal cord injuries, renal and cardiothoracic services. In addition to community health services, the Trust comprises five of Yorkshire's best known teaching hospitals. The Royal Hallamshire Hospital The Northern General Hospital Charles Clifford Dental Hospital Weston Park Cancer Hospital Jessop Wing Maternity Hospital The Trust has a history of high quality care, clinical excellence and innovation in medical research. We strive to promote a culture of continuous quality improvement and encourage our staff to innovate and adopt 'best practice' in order to deliver the highest standard of care to our patients. The Diagnostic Cardiology Unit provides an extensive range of non-invasive, invasive and specialist cardiac investigation to the South Yorkshire region. Date posted 22 April 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year pa/pro rata for part time staff Contract Fixed term Duration 18 months Working pattern Full-time Reference number 190-0210-DIR Job locations Northern General Hospital Sheffield S5 7AU Job description Job responsibilities Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post. When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria. This vacancy is advertised on a fixed term contract basis for a period of 18 months due to the post being externally funded. The fixed term contract status of the post holder will be reviewed in accordance with the Trust's legal obligations regarding fixed term contracts taking into consideration the ongoing source of the external funding and the requirement for the post to be maintained. Please also note any secondment must first be agreed with your current line manager. Job description Job responsibilities Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post. When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria. This vacancy is advertised on a fixed term contract basis for a period of 18 months due to the post being externally funded. The fixed term contract status of the post holder will be reviewed in accordance with the Trust's legal obligations regarding fixed term contracts taking into consideration the ongoing source of the external funding and the requirement for the post to be maintained. Please also note any secondment must first be agreed with your current line manager. Person Specification Education and Qualifications Essential A 1st or 2:1 in Cardiac Physiology (PTP) or a relevant scientific subject (examples include Biology or Human Biology, Biomedical Science or Sports Science (if significant scientific content) or equivalent experience and appropriate underpinning knowledge and skills in cardiology - as evidenced for example by appropriate Voluntary Registration with the Registration Council for Clinical Physiologists or Academy for Healthcare Science. Desirable Active membership of the British Society of Echocardiography Immediate Life Support Basic theory knowledge of Echocardiography and practical experience in Echocardiography Experience Essential Has an understanding of the role of an Echocardiographer in healthcare and disease and its application in a healthcare setting. A committed, in depth interest in Echocardiography and its application to direct clinical care of patients in a clinical environment. Knowledge acquired through study and experience to formulate appropriate advice and judgements, including clinical judgements involving facts or situations that impact on patients Have an understanding of quality control and management assurance in a science or work based context Ability to develop proficiency in the performance of routine and complex techniques currently in use where they are training (ability to follow Standard Operating Procedures accurately) Able to identify problems associated with scientific equipment, inappropriate testing, incompatible results and to investigate these, plan corrective action confirming appropriateness with senior colleagues and follow up. Ability to analyse and assess scientific, technical and medical literature. Ability to use, maintain and troubleshoot scientific equipment. Good IT skills and knowledge of common computing packages for word processing, spreadsheets, presentation packages and databases. Ability to analyse complex information Skills and Knowledge Essential Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both writing and speaking in English language in order to: Explain analytical, scientific and clinical aspects of the work to a variety of people including scientific colleagues, clinical professionals, service managers and patients and to listen to their needs. Make formal presentations to groups of colleagues. Good active listening skills to build rapport with the listener to encourage an open discussion. Self-aware and flexible enough to adopt a range of evaluative or empathising listening styles according to the needs of the listener and the situation. Ability to work autonomously in the planning and execution of their own work and under the guidance of their Departmental Supervisors Flexibility to acquire the skills to organise, plan and monitor the workload of others. Ability to work under pressure (emotional resilience and ability to prioritise and plan work) Under guidance develops good interpretative skills in the formulation of advice to multi-disciplinary team members on diagnosis and appropriate treatment of patients Good personal organisational skills. Effective team worker, willing to adopt a role working in collaboration with others. Good understanding of ethics and professional practice, the NHS constitution and the importance of patient-centred care Ability to support patients (or their carers) including those with a range of acute or chronic clinical conditions and disabilities in a variety of healthcare settings. Personal Qualities Essential Be confident when communicating - have the confidence to reassure patients Ambition - willingness to work hard and show determination to achieve success Have a keen interest in problem solving High level of professionalism Further Training Essential Show initiative and be responsive to service needs Person Specification Education and Qualifications Essential A 1st or 2:1 in Cardiac Physiology (PTP) or a relevant scientific subject (examples include Biology or Human Biology, Biomedical Science or Sports Science (if significant scientific content) or equivalent experience and appropriate underpinning knowledge and skills in cardiology - as evidenced for example by appropriate Voluntary Registration with the Registration Council for Clinical Physiologists or Academy for Healthcare Science. Desirable Active membership of the British Society of Echocardiography Immediate Life Support Basic theory knowledge of Echocardiography and practical experience in Echocardiography Experience Essential Has an understanding of the role of an Echocardiographer in healthcare and disease and its application in a healthcare setting. A committed, in depth interest in Echocardiography and its application to direct clinical care of patients in a clinical environment. Knowledge acquired through study and experience to formulate appropriate advice and judgements, including clinical judgements involving facts or situations that impact on patients Have an understanding of quality control and management assurance in a science or work based context Ability to develop proficiency in the performance of routine and complex techniques currently in use where they are training (ability to follow Standard Operating Procedures accurately) Able to identify problems associated with scientific equipment, inappropriate testing, incompatible results and to investigate these, plan corrective action confirming appropriateness with senior colleagues and follow up. Ability to analyse and assess scientific, technical and medical literature. Ability to use, maintain and troubleshoot scientific equipment. Good IT skills and knowledge of common computing packages for word processing, spreadsheets, presentation packages and databases. Ability to analyse complex information Skills and Knowledge Essential Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both writing and speaking in English language in order to: Explain analytical, scientific and clinical aspects of the work to a variety of people including scientific colleagues, clinical professionals, service managers and patients and to listen to their needs. Make formal presentations to groups of colleagues. Good active listening skills to build rapport with the listener to encourage an open discussion. Self-aware and flexible enough to adopt a range of evaluative or empathising listening styles according to the needs of the listener and the situation. Ability to work autonomously in the planning and execution of their own work and under the guidance of their Departmental Supervisors Flexibility to acquire the skills to organise, plan and monitor the workload of others. Ability to work under pressure (emotional resilience and ability to prioritise and plan work) Under guidance develops good interpretative skills in the formulation of advice to multi-disciplinary team members on diagnosis and appropriate treatment of patients Good personal organisational skills. Effective team worker, willing to adopt a role working in collaboration with others. Good understanding of ethics and professional practice, the NHS constitution and the importance of patient-centred care Ability to support patients (or their carers) including those with a range of acute or chronic clinical conditions and disabilities in a variety of healthcare settings. Personal Qualities Essential Be confident when communicating - have the confidence to reassure patients Ambition - willingness to work hard and show determination to achieve success Have a keen interest in problem solving High level of professionalism Further Training Essential Show initiative and be responsive to service needs 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 Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address Northern General Hospital Sheffield S5 7AU Employer's website https://www.sth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)