Job summary
- Main area
- Cardiac Diagnostics
- Grade
- Band 3
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time - 37.5 hours per week
- Job ref
- 410-MED-7198412
- Employer
- Liverpool Heart & Chest Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital
- Town
- Liverpool
- Salary
- £24,625 - £25,674 per annum
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 25/05/2025 23:59
Employer heading
Assistant Physiologist Band 3
Band 3
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 including adult cystic fibrosis and diagnostic imaging, 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.
Heart and lung disease continue to be amongst the biggest killers in the UK and the communities we serve are marked by increased prevalence of cardiovascular disease, higher levels of heart failure, hypertension, coronary artery disease and an ageing population.
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 facilitated by technology. New and upgraded clinical areas are designed with patients and families fully involved to deliver their needs.
As part of our long term plan, we aim to form strong clinical and organisational relationships where possible. There is clear evidence that partnerships improve patient care and enhance quality and we aim to collaborate with a range of other providers and professionals with the aim to extending access and improve quality.
Our vision is underpinned by five strategic goals:
- Quality: to deliver the highest quality, safest and best experience for patients and their families by providing reliable care
- Service and Innovation: to develop our service portfolio for patients by developing innovative models of care
- Value: to maintain financial viability, enhance service delivery and develop new models of care to improve the health of our patients and safely reduce costs
- Workforce: to be the best NHS Employer by 2019 by attracting and retaining the best staff to deliver excellent patient care
- Stakeholders: to develop productive relationships with key stakeholders in order to enhance our profile and reputation.
Our Mission
“Excellent, Compassionate and Safe care for every patient, every day”
Job overview
This is an exciting opportunity to work within a busy and progressive cardiac diagnostics department. The majority of work will be performing 12-Lead ECG's at both LHCH and community venues, along with fitting / removal of ambulatory ECG and blood pressure devices.
Main duties of the job
1To record ECGs in designated places throughout LHCH and community venues.
2To comply with departmental policy ensuring optimal quality recordings.
3Demonstrates empathy when dealing with patients in distressing conditions.
4To be proficient at basic ECG interpretation.
5To ensure that all data both self-recorded and non-self-recorded is appropriately archived in line with departmental procedures.
6Perform Ambulatory and BP Monitoring Hook up.
7Assist / perform basic administrative duties.
8Assists in monitoring and maintaining quality of services within Cardiac diagnostics.
9Ensures that individual own level of practice is kept up to date with current developments in the field of Cardiology.
10Attach/removal and downloading of Ambulatory Monitoring equipment.
11To communicate effectively with patients.
12To communicate effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
13To ensure correct maintenance and cleaning of equipment adhering to the Trust and departmental policies.
14Active involvement in risk assessment, Health & Safety, Infection control.
15Help in maintaining appropriate stock control.
16Acquire / Maintain BLS resuscitation competence.
Working for our organisation
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
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Main Duties
To ensure that ECG’s are recorded in line with departmental policies, and
monitor quality control of the ECG service. Perform ambulatory and BP
monitor hook up within the hospital and community clinics
To assist Cardiac Physiologists in designated clinical areas.
CLINICAL RESPONSIBILITIES
1 To record ECG’s in designated places throughout LHCH and
community venues.
2 To comply with departmental policy ensuring optimal quality
recordings.
3 Demonstrates empathy when dealing with patients in distressing
conditions.
4 To be proficient at basic ECG interpretation.
5 To ensure that all data both self-recorded and non-self-recorded is
appropriately archived in line with departmental procedures.
6 Perform Ambulatory and BP Monitoring Hook up.
7 Assist / perform basic administrative duties.
8 Assists in monitoring and maintaining quality of services within Cardiac
diagnostics.
9 Ensures that individual own level of practice is kept up to date with
current developments in the field of Cardiology.
10 Attach/removal and downloading of Ambulatory Monitoring equipment.
11 To communicate effectively with patients.
12 To communicate effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
13 To ensure correct maintenance and cleaning of equipment adhering to
the Trust and departmental policies.
14 Active involvement in risk assessment, Health & Safety, Infection
control.
15 Help in maintaining appropriate stock control.
16 Acquire / Maintain BLS resuscitation competence.
CLINICAL GOVERNANCE / MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES
1 Ensures good communication within the department
2 Actively promotes Cardiac Diagnostics (ECG Dept), inside and outside
the trust.
3 Ensures that clinical governance and clinical risk management are
integrated into systems of patient care.
4 Participate in service development/training initiatives with colleagues.
5 Contributes and aids implementation of departmental policies &
procedures.
6 Ensure that confidentiality of patient’s records is strictly maintained and
complies with the Data Protection Act.
7 Recognise people’s equality, diversity and rights.
8 Feedback information on complaints / accidents / incidents to the PCP.
9 Communicates with other departments involved in supporting the
service (I.e. domestics, porters, etc.)
EDUCATION / DEVELOPMENT
1 To attend and complete In House ATO Training programme.
2 To be trained in using the Zio Holter ECG system.
3 To participate if required in teaching practical ECG skills to ATO’s &
Trainee CP, Medical and Nursing staff.
4 To support basic interpretation training to the above mentioned groups
5 To undertake mandatory training in line with departmental and Trust
policies.
6 To undertake relevant training / workshop sessions as identified on
performance review for continuing professional development.
7 Works towards Acquisition of SCST certificate in electrocardiography.
HEALTH & SAFETY
1 All staff will:
2 Have responsibility for the safe management of the department and
ensure the safety of others affected by the department’s activities.
3 Liaise with the Trust adviser and ensure that any advice is
implemented.
4 Ensure the Trust and departmental safety policies, arrangements,
assessments etc. are maintained and made available for staff and
that they are adhered to.
5 Identify and assess risks to themselves and others.
6 Carry out safety inspections and ensure remedial actions are taken.
7 Ensure accidents are reported and recorded.
8 Report to their line managers any identified actions to ensure
Health and Safety that cannot be affected within their resources.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- 3 GCSEs
Desirable criteria
- GCSE's A-C in Maths, English and Science.
Knowledge
Essential criteria
- Experience of working in a team.
- Demonstrates understanding of the principles of clinical governance, e.g. risk management, audit and quality.
Desirable criteria
- Knowledge in the area of cardiology.
- Experience within the NHS setting (hospital or community).
Skills
Essential criteria
- Ability to plan and prioritise work.
- Excellent verbal and communication skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients, visitors and colleagues.
- Good computer and keyboard skills.
Desirable criteria
- Can use Microsoft Outlook, Word and PowerPoint.
Behaviors and Values
Essential criteria
- Adopts a professional approach.
- Maintaining and promoting a "can do" approach.
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Anthony Shannon
- Job title
- Highly Specialist Cardiac Physiologist
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01516001713
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