Job overview

We are delighted to offer an exciting opportunity for a Cardiac Physiology Assistant to join our dedicated and welcoming team within the Cardiac Department at Broomfield Hospital, located in our state-of-the-art PFI wing. Our department is equipped with the latest cutting-edge technology and facilities, enabling us to deliver outstanding care to our patients.

The Cardiac Department is a specialist unit committed to the diagnosis and management of heart disease. Our multidisciplinary team includes consultants, nurses, highly skilled cardiac physiologists, and administrative staff, all working collaboratively to provide a comprehensive range of cardiac diagnostic investigations. We support both inpatient and outpatient services, ensuring timely and effective care across the patient pathway.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic and compassionate individual looking to develop their career in cardiac healthcare within a forward-thinking and supportive environment.

Main duties of the job

As a Cardiac Physiology Assistant, you'll play a key role in supporting the delivery of high-quality diagnostic services within our Cardiac Department. Your responsibilities will include performing resting electrocardiograms (ECGs) and fitting a variety of cardiac monitoring devices. While prior experience and competency in performing resting ECGs is desirable, full training will be provided.

This is a patient-facing role, requiring excellent communication skills and a compassionate approach. You will be responsible for providing clear explanations of procedures to patients and carers, including:

Basic electrocardiography (ECG) to record heart rate and rhythm
Fitting and removal of ambulatory ECG and blood pressure monitors
Fitting, removing, and explaining the use of sleep study monitors
Uploading and managing patient data via appropriate databases and IT systems

In addition to clinical support, you will assist in the general running of the department, including:

Stocking and maintaining clinical areas
Chaperoning patients during investigations
Accurately recording activity and inputting data into hospital IT systems
Assisting with the cleaning, routine checks, and day-to-day maintenance of equipment
Ensuring all tasks are completed efficiently and to a consistently high standard

This role offers a fantastic opportunity to contribute to patient care in a specialised cardiac setting, while developing valuable skills within a supportive and professional team environment.

Working for our organisation

Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.

We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust