Highly Specialised Cardiac Physiologist, Band 7

4 days ago

Gloucester, United Kingdom Gloucestershire Hospitals Nhs Foundation Trust Full time

Job summary Band 7 - Plus 20% R&R Highly Specialised Cardiac Physiologist (Pacing / Devices) x 2 The Cardiology department is particularly forward thinking with 13 Consultant Cardiologists.
A wide range of procedures are performed within the department, including the two catheter laboratories (complex device implantation & PCI).
The Trust provides an extensive follow-up service for all devices and includes a well-established remote follow-up service.
The remote service has been expanded and developed during the Covid-19 successful candidate will be expected to rotate through CRM & the intervention lab as service demand dictates.
The Cardiac Services are located on one site at the Gloucestershire Royal Hospital with an additional 3rd lab to open in January 2025, with a view to delivering EP locally.
Main duties of the job The post-holder is expected to be a self-motivated, enthusiastic individual, using their experience and knowledge to provide a highly professional standard of care.
The successful candidate will have BSc in Clinical Physiology or equivalent and be expected to have a level of skill and autonomy appropriate to the Band 7 level.The successful candidate will have experience leading brady and complex device implant and follow-up as the lead physiologist.
BHRS Devices or EP certification, or recognised equivalent, is essential.Independent invasive technical expertise will be expected during diagnostic and interventional cardiac cath lab cases, including acquisition of haemodynamic data for left and right heart studies, PCI, PPCI and IABP set up and monitoring.The department does offer a 24/7 PPCI service which the successful candidate will be an active member of this team.
About us Band 7 - Plus 20% R&RThere has never been a more exciting time to join the Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
Major redevelopment works are taking lace, for completion by 2025.
This has allow for all Cardiac Services to be centralised on one site, with 2 new built labs & an additional 3rd lab by January 2025.We encourage and welcome people with disabilities.
If you need help please ask.We reserve the right to close this advert early due to the volume of applicants.
Please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Job description Job responsibilities Job responsibilities The post holder will acquire and maintain a high level of professional competence in the performance of all tests, investigations and measurements carried out under the band 7 remit.
They will be expected to interpret and act upon results of tests, investigations and measurements in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
The individual will be expected to contribute to new proposals and protocols, especially for service improvements, and share the responsibility for quality assurance.
Active involvement in the personal and professional development of other clinical cardiac physiologists and assistant cardiac practitioners is required.
The post holder will work in a multidisciplinary team that includes other cardiac physiologists, assistant cardiac practitioners, radiographers, consultants and medical staff, nursing staff and all other personnel either hospital or externally based.
The post holder will report to and is accountable to the two Lead Cardiac Physiologists.
Main duties and responsibilities To assist in the responsibility for the day to day management for the pacing and ICD service this includes developing and maintaining policies and protocols.
Provide expert technical advice within this area, this includes first line trouble shooting for equipment maintenance To perform in PCI & to participate in the 24/7 PPCI on call rota as required.
To assist in the responsibility for stock control ensuring levels are maintained appropriately.
Responsible, with other senior physiologists and medical disciplines, for the planning and deactivation of defibrillators as requested.
Work independently without medical supervision in all areas of both non-invasive and invasive Cardiology, including complex ICD clinics & EP studies.
To assist in the line management for the physiology team by participating in the appraisal process for junior members of the team, identifying training and development needs Knowledge and skills Provide and receive complex technical information and interpret results for the care of cardiology patients and is a source of expert advice to patients, relatives and other healthcare professionals Clinical supervision of students and junior trained staff within the team Work unsupervised and to follow professional guidelines and protocols within the department Undertake formal teaching duties as necessary in particular in the field of pacing and devices.
Input data into computerised systems and maintains patients records to ensure accuracy Maintain the pacemaker and ICD database, including audit data Maintain and develops systems for remote follow up of devices as required To assist & to maintain the box change service for all device patientsFinance To be aware of budgetary restrictions, and ensures appropriate selection of complex highly expensive devices Ensures equipment is kept safe and trials products and equipment as required Managerial Attend regular updates on equipment and technical changes, and organises equipment training for physiology staff for cath lab and pacing equipment including programmers Participate in CPD and other developmental activities Make recommendations which impact on own area this may involve new ways of working Participate in recruitment of staff To assist in day to day issues for physiology staff such as amending rotas assigning duties and training, this will often include liaising with other disciplines Research Undertakes research and development within the department particularly during pacemaker and ICD follow up studies.
General Undertakes any additional duties as deemed necessary directed by the Principal Physiologist Person Specification Qualifications Essential BTEC, HTEC MPPM or degree in Clinical physiology or equivalent Various short courses to demonstrate up to date clinical knowledge RCCP registration or HCPC registration BSE/BHRS/IBHRE accreditation - working towards if not already accredited Management training - appraisals, recruitment and absence management Experience Essential Experience with full range of non-invasive and invasive cardiology procedures to include biventricular and ICD implants If not a solo implanter the candidate should be working towards this Database experience Desirable Teaching and training Knowledge/ Skills Essential Communication skills Promotes a positive team environment Ability to prioritise and organise own work load Physical ability to wear a lead apron when working with X-rays Team Leader

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