Cardiographer

Job summary

Due to the expansion and increased demand of Cardiology diagnostics at Kingston Hospital we are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and motivated Cardiographer with ambition to further their knowledge and experience.

We are looking for a candidate who has had previous experience of working with patients in a healthcare environment with previous ECG recording experience who also has knowledge of ambulatory monitors.

At Kingston Hospital we offer a wide range of services across the cardiac spectrum to our local community. Our philosophy is to deliver an excellent standard of patient focused care in line with NICE guidelines, National Service Frameworks and evidence based practice.

The Cardiac Physiology Service at Kingston Hospital is an excellent and well established service providing a full range of invasive and non-invasive cardiac investigations and therapies. We have expanded our current level of service to include complex implantable device follow -up (ICD and biventricular devices) alongside the developing Heart Failure and arrhythmia services.

To be successful in this post you will be capable of providing an excellent level of professionalism, be a team player and possess good communication and organisational skills.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will perform a range of routine cardiology diagnostic tests on both adult and paediatric patients to a competent and professional standard.

To adhere to departmental policies and procedures, ensuring a quality service is maintained to patients, general practitioners and clinicians.

About us

Trust Culture and Values

The Trust has defined its culture as one that is patient centred and which puts safety first and where all staff members take responsibility, are valued and value each support this, our five values are that we are all: Caring - we design and deliver care around each individual patient's needs and wants. Safe - we make the safety of patients and staff our prime concern (safety comes first). Responsible - all staff take responsibility for the hospital, its services and reputation.

Inspiring - we always strive to empower each other to develop and deliver improvements to benefit our that we: Value each other - we all value each other's contribution.

Our training, policies, procedures, and practices are all intended to support behaviours in line with our values and all staff are expected to uphold these by 'Living Our Values Everyday'.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical

To perform 12 lead ECGs on adults, paediatric and emergency patients as a solo operator. Fitting and educating patients to use ambulatory holter and blood pressure monitors and 7 day event recorders. To accurately download completed recordings onto the correct clinical database system. Assisting patients to remove ambulatory monitors when required. To assist in non-medically supervised exercise tolerance testing. Be aware of responsibilities regarding equipment safety and report any incidents immediately. Provide explanations of tests and procedures to junior and other health care professionals. Adhere to all department policies and procedures. To perform diagnostic satellite clinics at other centres if the need arises- eg: Surbiton Health Centre.

Communications

Participate in preparing the patient for a range of non-invasive cardiac investigations. Communicating with cardiologists and their teams during relevant procedures advising of patients condition and notifying them of any change from baseline. Understanding the boundaries of the role, knowing when to seek assistance or advice from someone with more experience and competence.

Administrative

To accurately complete all administration tasks related to Cardiology procedures. Assist cardiology procedure bookings when required. Monitor stock levels, report minimum levels as appropriate.

Team Role / Staff Management

Take responsibility for the overseeing of minimum standards within the department, ensuring that these are maintained and any issues are reported to the Senior Chief. Manage own time to ensure balance between clinical and administrative activities.

Technical

Assist senior staff in ensuring the effective operation of the department on a day to day basis. Ensure diagnostic equipment used on patients is used safely and properly. Report and damage or misuse of equipment immediately to senior staff.

Governance

To at all times respect patient confidentiality and comply with the requirements of the Data Protection Act. To comply with all Trust policies and procedures, with particular regard to: risk Management, Health and Safety, Information Governance, Freedom of Information and Equal Opportunities. Education and Training/Self-Development Identify own training and development needs and undertake appropriate training/education as required. Participate in an annual individual performance review process where objectives will be agreed, performance monitored and personal development needs discussed. To attend all statutory and mandatory training as and when required to do so. Act responsibly in respect of colleagues health, safety and welfare following safe work practices and complying with the Trusts Health and Safety Policies.

Adhere to all Trust Policies as applicable

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

oEducated to GCSE level or equivalent (to include English, Maths and Science)

Desirable

oASCST I & II or equivalent

Experience

Essential

oUsed to working with patients in a health care environment

Desirable

oPrevious ECG recording experience

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