About this role
Job summary
The Cardiac Investigations Unit (CIU) Manager provides senior strategic and operational leadership across all services within the Cardiac Investigations Unit, including Echocardiography, Cardiac Rhythm Management, and Non-invasive Cardiac Diagnostics.Working in partnership with Cardiology and divisional leadership teams, the post holder will ensure high-quality, safe, and efficient service delivery across Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and referring hospitals within the Lancashire and South Cumbria (L&SC) region.The post-holder serves as the technical lead for the L&SC network, responsible for developing and implementing patient pathways, clinical protocols, and service improvement initiatives.As an expert autonomous practitioner, the post-holder provides advanced specialist cardiac physiology practice while ensuring high-quality care, regulatory compliance, and efficient use of resources.
Main duties of the job
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESo Strategic and Clinical Leadershipo Communication and Relationship Managemento Knowledge, Expertise and Workforce Developmento Analytical and Judgement Skillso Planning and Organisational Skillso Responsibility for Patient Careo Financial and Physical Resource Managemento Human Resource Managemento Information Management and Governance
About us
We welcome and encourage application from anyone with protected characteristics, as well as supporting reservists and Veterans who are looking for a rewarding and challenging career within the NHS and especially here at Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
As one of the United Kingdom's largest coastal resort, Blackpool has plenty to offer its residents - it's not just a good place to work; it's a great place to live. In addition to its bustling centre and historic seafront, the town is world famous for its many attractions, including the famous Blackpool Tower. Blackpool also offers a number of scenic cycling routes round our local parks and across the surrounding countryside, as well as boasting panoramic views of the coast on its picturesque Promenade. Due to Blackpool's convenient location, Edinburgh in the north and London in the south can be reached within three hours by train.
Job description Job responsibilities
Please read attached job description and person specification or call the lead contact for further information.
Person Specification
Education and Qualification Essential
BSc Clinical Physiology or equivalent Post graduate certification in Specialist area of cardiac physiology in either: oBHRS oBSE accreditation oor equivalent NHS Management qualification
Desirable
Teaching, mentorship or assessors' qualification
Experience and Knowledge Essential
Extensive post graduate qualification experience in cardiac physiology Service Management Experience with a good understanding of NHS policy and service provision Extensive experience of staff management including HR policy implementation Extensive knowledge of national, professional and NHS guidelines relating to cardiac physiology & Healthcare Science service provision, quality and education and funding streams Experience of monitoring budgets, resource allocation, procurement and business planning processes Service improvement and change management techniques
Skills & Ability Essential
Must be able to prioritise own work effectively and be able to direct activities of others Ability to provide effective leadership, experience of managing and motivating a team and reviewing performance of the individuals Adaptability, flexibility and ability to cope with uncertainty and change Excellent communicator with ability to influence and gain credibility Patient Focused with a desire to make a real impact to quality of care Professional calm and efficient manner with emotional resilience Sets high standards and motivates others to achieve continuous improvement To effectively chair professional group meetings and present detailed information
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).
Employer details Employer name Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address Blackpool Teaching Hospitals
Blackpool Teaching Hospitals
Blackpool
FY8 1EA
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.blackpoolteachinghospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)