About this role
Job summary
We are excited to be able to offer an opportunity to join our enthusiastic and dedicated ECG team as a Cardiographer to support our non-invasive cardiology services.
We are looking for an individual to work cross site between our Cardiac Departments at Bournemouth and Poole. Ideally following the below working pattern:
Monday and Tuesday - Bournemouth site Wednesday and Friday - Poole site Interview date: Monday 19th October 26
Main duties of the job
The cardiographer role comprises of the accurate acquisition of electrocardiograms (ECGs) in an outpatient environment in addition to the preparation and running of ambulatory monitor clinics in the main outpatients department.
This is a predominantly patient-facing role and our ECG team often form the first point of contact for those patients entering our Cardiology service. We are extremely proud of our cardiac unit comprising of Cardiac Rhythm Management, coronary intervention, Echocardiography services as well as a full range of Non-Invasive diagnostic services.
We have a strong team ethic and pride ourselves in putting the patient at the centre of our care. We are therefore passionate about attracting individuals to this post who will be able to support our values and maintain the high standards of care provided by our team.
About us
UHD are investing, developing and transforming Trust services in line with the New Hospital Programme. As part of this, some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or permanently. Recruiting Managers will be happy to answer any service-specific questions at interview.
If a role or service relocates as part of a planned move, excess mileage will not be reimbursed. Travel from home to the new work base will be classed as a normal commute. Any other changes will be managed under Trust or national terms and conditions.
UHD has active networks including Women's, BAME, Pride, EU, Pro Ability, and Armed Forces. We support Disability Confident and Armed Forces Covenant interview schemes.
AI tools may be used, but applications must honestly reflect your own skills and experience. Integrity is key to our recruitment process.
Job description Job responsibilities
The successful candidate will ideally have experience in a healthcare environment, be passionate about improving patient care and will have an interest in Cardiology. Previous experience in performing ECGs and fitting ambulatory monitors is desirable but not essential as full training will be given. You will join our existing ECG team comprising of 9 Cardiographers who support our wider cardiac physiology team.
Please see full job description for detailed role requirements.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
3 GCSEs at C level or above BLS
Desirable
SCST qualification Previous ECG training
Experience Essential
Performing ECGs Fitting ambulatory monitors
Desirable
Training junior members of staff/students Previous NHS experience
Technical Skills and Competencies Essential
Computer literate e.g. Microsoft Office
Knowledge Essential
Identify and escalate acutely unwell/deteriorating patient
Desirable
Significant ECG abnormalities
Other Essential
Awareness of own limitations High attention to detail Ability to deal with occasionally emotionally challenging situations Ability to deal with occasional unpleasant conditions Problem solving
Desirable
Attended for informal visit
Personal Attributes Essential
Teamwork with demonstrable experience Work well under pressure Good level of general fitness
Language Essential
Able to speak English as necessary
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.
Employer details Employer name University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust
Address Royal Bournemouth Hospital
Bournemouth
BH7 7DW
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.uhd.nhs.uk/careers (Opens in a new tab)