About this role
Job summary
The opportunity has arisen for a Cardiographer to become an integral part of a highly motivated and enthusiastic team of Cardiac Physiologists and work alongside the team of Cardiographers within the Cardiology Department.
You will assist the Cardiology Physiologists in providing care and services to patients and theassociated reception / administrative / clerical work pertaining to these investigations.
This post is based at Homerton Healthcare however the post holder may be required to work at other sites as directed by the needs of the service.
Please note that this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship under current UKVI regulations. Applicants must therefore already hold the right to work full-time in the UK. Please ensure you meet this requirement before submitting your application
- Post may close early due to high application numbers
Main duties of the job
- To perform 12 Lead ECG for Outpatients and Inpatients and perform general administrative tasks related to the Cardiographer role.
- Prepare / set-up the equipment to ensure accurate technical and clinical data can be obtained.
- Provide reception cover and undertake the administration to ensure the continuity of patient care.
- To assist the Cardiology Physiologists in providing care and services to the patient and associated reception / administrative / clerical work pertaining to these investigations.
About us
Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing and flourishing organisation serving the population of Hackney, East London, The City and beyond.
We are extremely proud of the fact that Homerton Hospital has recently attained the highest possible rating of "Outstanding" from the Care Quality Commission (CQC).
Our integrated Trust provides comprehensive hospital and community health services for its local population and a range of specialist services for a wider group of patients. In addition, the Trust manages services out of St Leonard's Hospital and the Mary Seacole Nursing Home.
Homerton aims to ensure equality and value diversity, and we are committed to inclusion for all of our staff. This is reflected in our policies, procedures and People Plan. All of our staff are expected to embody our Trust values at all times.
We are also committed, through our Fair Recruitment Standards, to ensuring all applicants are treated fairly.
Homerton has a proud tradition of supporting and developing its staff, including its well-regarded and valued nursing community, and all staff are able to take advantage of a great range of benefits.
Homerton is proud to have been included on the HSJ & Nursing Times Best Places to Work list.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s on this page.
The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ Level 2 Health and Social care or equivalent
Desirable
- Certificate in ECG or any formal certificate in ECG
Trust Values
Essential
- Demonstrate an understanding of the Trust Values
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of working in a healthcare environment
- Experience in performing ECG's
- Experience in reading ECG's
Desirable
- Experience as Band 2 HCA/Cardiographer
- Experience of 24 I 48 hour Holter and BP monitor application / removal
- Experience using PAS/EPR
Skills/ Abilities
Essential
- Competent and proficient in computer skills
- Excellent communication skills in the required level of English language competence
- Good interpersonal skills with ability to communicate both verbally and in writing at all levels of the organisation
- Skilled to give personal care to patients
- Able to function as a member of a team
Desirable
- Skills to use EPR system
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding and knowledge of how to deal with distressed and angry patients
- Knowledge/understanding of confidentiality issues
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
Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Homerton Healthcare
Homerton Row
London
E9 6SR
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.homerton.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)