Echocardiography Training Lead

3 weeks ago


Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Echocardiographer to join our team at Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. As an Echocardiography Training Lead, you will be responsible for managing, coordinating, and directing the training pathway associated with the Echocardiography Service in the Cardio-Respiratory Department.

Key Responsibilities
  • Autonomously manage, coordinate, and direct the training pathway associated with the Echocardiography Service.
  • Lead and mentor colleagues working towards successful BSE accreditation.
  • Perform, unsupervised, all routine non-invasive techniques/investigations of the department and provide advice and/or reports to clinicians.
  • Assist Consultant Cardiologists in routine and complex procedures.
  • Provide accurate measurements and factual reports.
  • Perform first line resuscitation with defibrillation.
  • Provide immediate real-time diagnostic information to medics and advise the need for any further tests.
  • Assist in audit procedures of the service.
  • Assist in diagnostic studies utilising TOE, pericardiocentesis, bubble contrast, and stress echo studies, if required.
  • Assist in the performance of 3D and TDI examinations as the service develops.
  • Perform follow-up procedures as a competent, independent practitioner.
  • Provide an out-of-hours on-call service.
  • Assist in piloting new service developments in echocardiography.
  • Interpret and report clinical results within all investigations performed by the department.
  • Assist the Manager in the production of audit, review, and quality assurance.
Person Specification

Education & Qualifications

  • Appropriate Science Degree (or equivalent)
  • ILS (minimum)
  • BTEC/HTEC (MPPM) or equivalent
  • BSE adult accreditation
  • Registered member on the Council of Clinical Physiologists

Knowledge & Experience

  • 2 years experience in Echo, including TOE, bubble/contrast studies.
  • High level of specialist knowledge in areas of non-invasive cardiology
  • Knowledge across all aspects of Cardiology
  • Advanced broad base of theoretical and practical specialist knowledge in cardiology
  • Specialist knowledge in legislation for COSSH, RIDDOR, Health and Safety in invasive cardiology
  • Proficient in teaching other grades of staff in all aspects of technical cardiology
  • Proven experience in planning and organisation of staff training, meetings, and conferences, and, if required, work-based assessor sessions


  • Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Echocardiography Training Lead to join our team at Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. As a key member of our Cardio-Respiratory Department, you will be responsible for leading and mentoring colleagues in the development of our Echocardiography Service.Key ResponsibilitiesManage,...


  • Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Echocardiography Training Lead to join our team at Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. As a key member of our Cardio-Respiratory Department, you will be responsible for leading and mentoring colleagues in the development of our Echocardiography Service.Key ResponsibilitiesManage,...


  • Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Echocardiography Training Lead to join our dedicated team at Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. As a key member of our Cardio-Respiratory Department, you will be responsible for leading and mentoring colleagues in the development of our Echocardiography Service.Key...


  • Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Echocardiography Training Lead to join our dedicated team at Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. As a key member of our Cardio-Respiratory Department, you will be responsible for leading and mentoring colleagues in the development of our Echocardiography Service.Key...


  • Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Echocardiography Training Lead to join our team at Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. As a key member of our Cardio-Respiratory Department, you will be responsible for leading and mentoring colleagues in the development of our Echocardiography Service.Key...


  • Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Echocardiography Training Lead to join our team at Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. As a key member of our Cardio-Respiratory Department, you will be responsible for leading and mentoring colleagues in the development of our Echocardiography Service.Key...


  • Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Echocardiography Service Lead to join our team at Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. As a key member of our Cardio-Respiratory Department, you will be responsible for managing, coordinating, and directing the training pathway associated with the Echocardiography Service.As a...


  • Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Echocardiography Service Lead to join our dedicated team at Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. As a key member of our Cardio-Respiratory Department, you will be responsible for leading and mentoring colleagues in the delivery of high-quality echocardiography services.Key...


  • Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Echocardiography Service Lead to join our dedicated team at Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. As a key member of our Cardio-Respiratory Department, you will be responsible for leading and mentoring colleagues in the delivery of high-quality echocardiography services.Key...


  • Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom Service Care Solutions Ltd Full time

    Job Title: Adult Echocardiographer/EchoCompany: Service Care Solutions LtdLocation: Lancashire Teaching Hospitals TrustJob Type: Full-timePay Rate: £31 per hourAbout the Role:We are seeking an experienced Adult Echocardiographer to join our team at Lancashire Teaching Hospitals Trust. As an Adult Echocardiographer, you will be responsible for conducting...


  • Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom Service Care Solutions Ltd Full time

    Job Title: Adult Echocardiographer/EchoCompany: Service Care Solutions LtdLocation: Lancashire Teaching Hospitals TrustJob Type: Full-timePay Rate: £31 per hourAbout the Role:We are seeking an experienced Adult Echocardiographer to join our team at Lancashire Teaching Hospitals Trust. As an Adult Echocardiographer, you will be responsible for conducting...


  • Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom Hunter AHP Resourcing Full time

    Cardio-Respiratory Manager OpportunityThe Hunter AHP Resourcing team is seeking a highly skilled Cardiac Physiologist to join an NHS trust in the Preston area. As a Band 7 Echocardiographer, you will be responsible for independently performing, interpreting, and reporting Echocardiograms. Your supervisory and management skills will be essential in supporting...


  • Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom Hunter AHP Resourcing Full time

    Cardio-Respiratory Manager OpportunityThe Hunter AHP Resourcing team is seeking a highly skilled Cardiac Physiologist to join an NHS trust in the Preston area. As a Band 7 Echocardiographer, you will be responsible for independently performing, interpreting, and reporting Echocardiograms. Your supervisory and management skills will be essential in supporting...

  • Training Officer

    1 month ago


    Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom Sja's West Full time

    Position OverviewAs a District Training Engagement Officer, you will collaborate with the District Training Lead and other Training Officers to deliver the district's training objectives. You'll support Unit Training Leads (UTLs) in creating and implementing effective training plans that align with organisational and unit needs, and assist with the logistics...

  • Training Officer

    1 month ago


    Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom Sja's West Full time

    Position OverviewAs a District Training Engagement Officer, you will collaborate with the District Training Lead and other Training Officers to deliver the district's training objectives. You'll support Unit Training Leads (UTLs) in creating and implementing effective training plans that align with organisational and unit needs, and assist with the logistics...

  • Training Officer

    1 month ago


    Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom Sja's West Full time

    Position OverviewAs a District Training Engagement Officer, you will collaborate with the District Training Lead and other Training Officers to deliver the district's training objectives. You'll support Unit Training Leads (UTLs) in creating and implementing effective training plans that align with organisational and unit needs, and assist with the logistics...

  • Training Officer

    1 month ago


    Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom Sja's West Full time

    Position OverviewAs a District Training Engagement Officer, you will collaborate with the District Training Lead and other Training Officers to deliver the district's training objectives. You'll support Unit Training Leads (UTLs) in creating and implementing effective training plans that align with organisational and unit needs, and assist with the logistics...

  • Training Officer

    1 week ago


    Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom Sja's West Full time

    Position OverviewAs a District Training Engagement Officer, you will play a crucial role in shaping the training landscape within your District. You will work closely with the District Training Lead and other Training Officers to deliver the district's training objectives, ensuring that our clinical teams are well-trained and competent in their skills.Key...

  • Training Officer

    1 month ago


    Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom Sja's West Full time

    Position OverviewWe are seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to join our District Training team as a District Training Engagement Officer. As a key member of our team, you will play a vital role in ensuring our clinical teams are well-trained and competent in their skills.Key ResponsibilitiesCollaborate with the District Training Lead and other...

  • Training Officer

    1 month ago


    Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom Sja's West Full time

    Position OverviewWe are seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to join our District Training team as a District Training Engagement Officer. As a key member of our team, you will play a vital role in ensuring our clinical teams are well-trained and competent in their skills.Key ResponsibilitiesCollaborate with the District Training Lead and other...