About this role
Job summary
The post holder would be required to provide technical expertise, knowledge, and training in the fields of cardiac pacing, ICD's and CRT devices (Cardiac Rhythm Management - CRM).
They would ensure that the CRM service runs smoothly and efficiently.
They would provide a positive and effective leadership to the Cardiac Physiology / Healthcare Science workforce.
They would participate in running and supporting CRM clinics, including face to face and remote device clinics.
They would be required to support device patients undergoing treatment/tests in other areas in the trust e.g. radiotherapy, MRI, theatres, A&E, endoscopy, ward admissions etc.
The post holder will work 22.5 hours per week between Monday and Friday.
The post holder would rotate through and oversee other diagnostic areas in the cardiology department at the Friarage, Northallerton.
Main duties of the job
To provide technical expertise, knowledge and training in the field of cardiac rhythm management (CRM)
The post holder would also rotate through and oversee other diagnostic areas at The Friarage, Northallerton.
They would be required to provide training and advice for other staff and trainees within non-invasive cardiology, to help and maintain an efficient, professional, and patient centred service.
About us
We support the Making Every Contact Count approach to behaviour change in the promotion of health and wellbeing of individuals and communities.
South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust offers leadership and improvement training to all new staff. This training programme has been designed to support our leaders in developing their understanding of leadership and management skills. You will be expected to attend the following training sessions:
o Your Leadership Impacto Leading your Team to Successo Leading Into the Futureo Service Improvement for Beginnerso Developing your Service Improvement Skillso Lean Practitioner
The leadership and improvement programme aims to:
o Explore leadership within the NHSo Promote Trust values and behaviourso Develop your leadership effectiveness and skillso Equip staff with the necessary knowledge and skills to lead and complete service improvements within the scope of your role.
After you complete these six and a half days of training you will be able to explore further leadership and improvement training opportunities. We also offer a range of additional in-house and externally provided courses and bitesize programmes through our Leadership and Improvement Team.
Job description Job responsibilities
Please see the full job description and person specification document(s) attached for main responsibilities of the role.
Person Specification
Qualifications & Training Essential
Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree in Clinical Physiology or equivalent qualification/experience RCCP/AHCS AHCS (Academy for Healthcare Science) registration Masters level structured study through successful completion of BHRS/IBHRE accreditation in CRM devices (or for B7 development post candidate would need to be working towards and gained accreditation within 18-24 months of appointment) Immediate Life Support Qualification.
Desirable
Completion of Leadership Qualification.
Knowledge and Skills Essential
Significant experience working in the field of CRM device management as a Highly Specialist Physiologist/Clinical Scientist Significant competence in invasive cardiology procedures - PPCI, TAVI, CRM device implants Able to perform a broad range of cardiology diagnostic tests employed within CIU Knowledge of current guidelines and protocols in area of specialist clinical expertise Planning and organisational skills Understanding of relevant legislation and clinical governance
Experience Essential
Extensive, autonomous, profession specific post qualification experience Training and mentoring experience Extensive experience in independent working in specialist clinical field
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address Friarage Hospital
Bullamoor Road
Northallerton
DL6 1JG
Employer's website https://www.southtees.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)