Job summary Overview: After a restructure of the Echo department at Harrogate District hospital we are looking for Highly Specialised Echocardiographer or a trainee currently working towards Level 2 BSE accreditation. We are a District general hospital with a busy Cardiology service providing a wide range of investigations including physiologist led Stress echo, valve clinic and contrast. As a positive and supportive management team we are open to any working patterns that support the role including compressed hours, job sharing, full or part time working. There is no on call commitment however the successful candidate will be expected to rotate to the CDC hub at Ripon. Full training and support will be given in advanced techniques including strain and 4D. The RRT uplift is only available on completion of BSE accreditation and band 7 appointment. Any Enquires are welcomed and if you wish to arrange an informal visit of the department do not hesitate to contact us. Main duties of the job Independently perform ultrasound scans on a range of outpatients and inpatients, including adult congenital heart disease patients (ACHD), recording and interpreting images obtaine You wiill work to British Society of Echocardiography standards, and adhere to all protocols and guidelines of the societ Vetting and triage of report Monitor wait times and alert service managers to issues in a timely manne Partaking in the team quality control of reports and images Formulate detailed Echo reports to be personally verified and issued to consultants Undertake clinical supervision and training of junior and trainee physiology staff and other professional group Participate in Continuing Professional Development and other developmental activities, including research and clinical trial Work with Team Leaders and the Service Manager in further developing the clinical physiology service Maintain professional registration at all times Be responsible for the care and maintenance of the ultrasound equipment. About us At Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust we provide outstanding care to both our patients and our staff. We support staff through benefits, health and wellbeing initiatives and opportunities for personal and professional development. An inclusive and supportive culture our Trust encourages staff to bring their whole selves to work and active Staff Networks identify areas for improvement. Staff Recognition - as well as regular appraisals, we recognise staff with our Making a Difference, Team of the Month Awards & Colleague Recognition Awards Employee Support and wellbeing - we have a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, counselling service and fast track physiotherapy service for employees. Staff Benefits - We have a range of staff benefits and schemes to support staff health, engagement, wellbeing and inclusion. Date posted 24 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £46,148 to £52,809 a year per annum pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time, Flexible working, Compressed hours Reference number 421-LTUCC-1988C Job locations Harrogate and District Hospital Lancaster Park Road Harrogate HG2 7SX Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached job description and person specification or please contact Judith Burden judith.burdennhs.net, Deborah Wilson, deborah.wilson4nhs.net or Sara Drihem sara.drihem1nhs.net Department telephone 01423 553323 Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached job description and person specification or please contact Judith Burden judith.burdennhs.net, Deborah Wilson, deborah.wilson4nhs.net or Sara Drihem sara.drihem1nhs.net Department telephone 01423 553323 Person Specification Qualifications Essential BSE accredited BSc hons in clinical physiology 3 years experience Desirable Appropriate post graduate qualifications Mentorship qualification ILS Experience Essential At least 3 years experience as an echo cardiographer. Desirable Experience of physiologist led valve clinics and / or physiologist led stress echo service. Person Specification Qualifications Essential BSE accredited BSc hons in clinical physiology 3 years experience Desirable Appropriate post graduate qualifications Mentorship qualification ILS Experience Essential At least 3 years experience as an echo cardiographer. Desirable Experience of physiologist led valve clinics and / or physiologist led stress echo service. 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 Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust Address Harrogate and District Hospital Lancaster Park Road Harrogate HG2 7SX Employer's website https://www.hdft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)