This is a developmental post, the successful applicant will be paid at band 5 and would be competency assessed for a period of 24-36 months after which they we be paid at Band 6 once the set competencies have been met/confirmed.

The cardiology investigation unit (CIU) provides the trust with a comprehensive range of cardiology investigations including:

Bradycardia and cardiac resynchronisation therapy pacemaker implantation (at BGH only) occasionally here at the RFH we do implant devices but mainly on emergency cases ie: external permanent generator, follow up device clinics on both sides.

ILR implants and follow ups.

Internal cardiac defibrillator implantation and follow up (see first point)

Routine electrocardiography & physiologist led exercise testing.

Ambulatory Holter Monitoring fitting and analysis, BP monitoring.

Cardiac catheterisation (PCI) within the newly opened double catheter laboratory including a 24-hour primary coronary intervention service (PPCI)

Right/Left Heart study, Thrombectomy and EKOS

Main duties of the job

This is a developmental post, the successful applicant will be paid at band 5 and would be competency assessed for a period of 24-36 months months after which they we be paid at Band6 once the set competencies have been met and they are confirmed in post.

The post holder will be expected to:

• Demonstrate expertise in the performance of unsupervised exercise testing, haemodynamic monitoring, ambulatory holter and blood pressure monitoring, and electrocardiography.
  
  Develop expertise in the performance of the full range of investigations carried out the CIU.
  
  Interpret technical information & data from investigations such as ETT, DSE-TSE, in Tape analysis, ECGs and be able to recognise abnormal findings and report them through appropriate channels
  
  Recognise the significance of investigation findings/diagnoses and act on these accordingly.
  
  Be trained and accredited under the auspices of the Resuscitation Council (UK) and to partake in providing basic life support and defibrillation as and when necessary.
  
  Demonstrate a professional approach to patient care, and be able to communicate with patients clearly.
  
  Effectively communicate within the department and other departments throughout the Trust

About us

This is your opportunity to work as part of an innovative, dynamic and patient focused team.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, innovative, dynamic and highly motivated person to join our team.

The successful candidate will be based at Royal Free Hospital, Hampstead but will need to be flexible and work across different sites as and when required.

Job description

Job responsibilities

This is a developmental post, the successful applicant will be paid at band 5 and would be competency assessed for a period of 24-36 months after which they we be paid at Band 6 once the set competencies have been met and they are confirmed in post.

The post holder will be expected to:

• • Demonstrate expertise in the performance of unsupervised exercise testing, haemodynamic monitoring, ambulatory holter and blood pressure monitoring, and electrocardiography.
    
    Develop expertise in the performance of the full range of investigations carried out the CIU.
    
    Interpret technical information & data from investigations such as ETT, DSE-TSE, in Tape analysis, ECGs and be able to recognise abnormal findings and report them through appropriate channels
    
    Recognise the significance of investigation findings/diagnoses and act on these accordingly.
    
    Be trained and accredited under the auspices of the Resuscitation Council (UK) and to partake in providing basic life support and defibrillation as and when necessary.
    
    Demonstrate a professional approach to patient care, and be able to communicate with patients clearly.
    
    Effectively communicate within the department and other departments throughout the Trust
    The post holder is expected to demonstrate expertise in the performance of unsupervised exercise testing, fitting/analysing ambulatory holter and blood pressure monitoring including performing ECGs. You will be able to work with supervision (while training) in basic pacemaker follow up & cath lab procedures and show willingness to employ high standards of skills in testing and reporting to achieve best quality patient care at all times.

This vacancy has been advertised in accordance with the new NHS pay rate which will take effect from autumn 2024. Please note if your employment starts before the 24/25 pay scales are implemented you will be paid under the 23/24 pay scales and any backpay will be adjusted accordingly. Further information can be found at https://www.nhsemployers.org/articles/pay-scales-202425.

Person Specification

Royal Free World Class Values

Essential

• Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values

Education & professional Qualifications

Essential

• Degree in Clinical Physiology (Cardiology) or degree level equivalent education plus extensive experience
• BSE Accreditation

Desirable

• RCCP Registration
• Evidence of ongoing professional development
• BLS plus defibrillator certification

Experience

Essential

• At least 2 years experience as qualified Cardiac Physiologist
• Perform and interpret Echocardiography independently

Desirable

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to treat patients with respect and understanding
• Good teaching and supervisory skills
• Ability to liaise and to develop working relationships with multi-disciplinary team

Skills & Aptitudes

Essential

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to treat patients with respect and understanding
• Good teaching and supervisory skills
• Ability liaise and to develop working relationships with a multi-disciplinary team

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Hampstead

Pond Street

London

NW3 2QG

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391-RFL-6637786