Highly Specialised Cardiac Physiologist
Job summary
We are looking to recruit an experienced Cardiac Physiologist/Clinical Scientist in Echocardiography. The post is a fixed term 22-month contract funded as part of a research study funded through commercial partnership with Edwards.The successful candidate will assist in the development and delivery of an electronic fast track referral pathway across Cheshire and Merseyside for patients with severe aortic stenosis.
The candidate will assist in the Standardisation of diagnostic and triage protocols for suspected AS tosupport the implementation of the pathway and enhance the identification of symptomatic and asymptomatic patients with severeAS by strengthening regional collaboration across NHS partners.The cardiac physiologist will be based at Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital and will be expected to provide hands on echocardiography support and educational support across multiple hospital sites; there will be an innovative element to this post.
Main duties of the job
Provide specialised technical expertise to the area of echocardiography.o Provide specialised technical expertise in diagnosis of valvular heart disease, particularly aortic stenosiso Provide independent outreacho Provide direct point of communication and liaison between regional echo services and LHCH structural valve serviceo Provide close collaboration with TAVI specialist nurses and medical teams. o Demonstrates empathy when dealing with patients in distressing conditions.o Independently interprets results and provides factual reports for highlyspecialised diagnostic cardiac investigationso Communicates effectively and advises both clinical and non-clinical staff regarding outcomes of diagnostic investigations. o Undertakes supervision & training for Clinical staff, Trainee CardiacPhysiologists and other allied health professionals.o Within their designated area assists the lead physiologist in implementing departmental strategies to ensure continuing development of patient-focused services in line with activity targets and the requirements of the Directorate.o Assists lead physiologist in monitoring and maintaining quality of services within designated section.o Ensures that individual own level of practice is kept up to date.o Demonstrates active participation in clinical audit, and R&D activities.o Has awareness of future implications for development of current Cardiology
About us
As the largest single site specialist heart and chest hospital in the UK, we, at Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital, have a clear vision 'to be the best cardiothoracic integrated healthcare organisation'. We provide specialist services in cardiothoracic surgery, cardiology, respiratory medicine both in the hospital and out in the community.
We serve a catchment area of 2.8 million people, spanning Merseyside, Cheshire, North Wales and the Isle of Man, and increasingly we receive referrals from outside these areas for highly specialised services such as aortics. Our reputation for strong performance is important in delivering the best care for our patients and high quality clinical services.
This is underpinned by a culture of research and innovation, delivered in modern estate and our encouragement of flexible working in a variety of forms. Please visit our website - https://www.lhch.nhs.uk/ Please follow this link for a tour of our site - https://bit.ly/36ylsoq
Job responsibilities
For full job description and personal specification please see attached files for main responsibilities of the post.
Person Specification
Qualifications · Essential
ONC BTEC MPPM or Equivalent HNC HTEC MPPM or Equivalent BSc Clinical Physiology AHCS registration BSE accreditation or equivalent
Desirable
ILS/ALS Knowledge and experience
Essential
Evidence of on-going personal development Proven experience and expert knowledge in Echocardiography Competent to perform a full range of echocardiographic procedures Evidence of prior management responsibilities Importance of confidentiality Health and Safety
Desirable
NHS management training/experience in recruitment, disciplinary procedures, sickness absence etc etc Personal development in areas of Leadership Skills and abilities
Essential
Demonstrate the ability to work in highly demanding environment. Excellent communication and leadership skills Excellent team working skills Ability to organise work rotas
Values · Essential
Dynamic Enthusiastic Team Worker Leader Flexibility Excellent communicator Patient Focused
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) .
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
