About this role
Job summary
The successful candidate will be proficient in transthoracic echocardiography and ideally hold an accreditation in either EACVI (Paediatric), or BSE Congenital or equivalent. This role is unique because we will support the successful candidate towards passing their examination and collecting cases for their logbook, to be sat with either the EACVI or the BSE Congenital / paediatric accreditation if not already held. We will fund the accreditation process (the first attempt). Based on the level of experience and accreditation status, we would also consider a Band 6 to be progressed to a fully accredited Band 7 Echocardiographer.
The candidate will support the routine clinical activities such as our busy Outpatient in our one-stop clinic, the inpatient services, or booked outpatient echo service. They will also support the department in other ways as specified in the job description as expected of a band 7 Echocardiographer.
For those who already hold accreditation in congenital echocardiography, it would be a great chance to improve your skills and broaden your knowledge and skills in this very complex area.
Main duties of the job
To demonstrate technical proficiency in a wide range of Echo techniques and to actively maintain competency in these.
To act as a technical specialist in Echocardiography, providing technical and clinical information as required; primarily to Physiologist colleagues, Cardiologists and Cardiac Surgeons in an effective and efficient manner.
To assist with the day to day running of the Echo service, actively contributing to the smooth running of a quality service to patients.
About us
Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust is the first of its type in the UK. Our Trust was formed in February 2017 to drive forward our commitment to provide the highest quality, world-class physical and mental health care for our women, children and families. Uniting our hospitals means more seamless care; more investment to make greater advances in our specialist treatment and world-leading neo-natal and fetal work. Importantly, it also gives us a greater voice in shaping the future of family-centred care.
Birmingham Children's Hospital is a UK leading specialist paediatric centre with an international reputation in several areas.
Birmingham Women's Hospital is one of two dedicated women's hospitals in the UK, with the busiest single site maternity unit, delivering more than 8,200 babies a year offering a full range of gynaecological, maternity and neonatal care.
Our Trust is committed to creating the best place to work. We believe in promoting and enhancing inclusion, diversity and equality and encourage applications from all areas of the community, who meet the criteria for the role, regardless of age, gender identity, disability, race, religion or sexual orientation.
Job description Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification to view the full details for this opportunity at Birmingham Womens and Childrens NHS Foundation Trust.
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Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
BSc Clinical Physiology (with Cardiology specialist option) from RCCP / SCST approved educational provider; or equivalent qualification / experience as approved by RCCP / SCST Specialist accreditation in transthoracic echocardiography
Desirable
Registered Cardiac Physiologist with RCCP / HCPC, if unregistered must meet requirements of registration & complete registration within an agreed time frame Immediate Life Support (ILS) provider IT qualification to include competency in MS Word, Excel, Powerpoint and Access or equivalent Accreditation in paediatric or congenital echocardiography (BSE/EACVI)
KNOWLEDGE & NATURE OF EXPERIENCE Essential
Proficient in and possesses a strong underpinning knowledge of transthoracic echocardiography, including 2D, 3D and strain analysis Understands the principles and application of TOE Extensive experience of employment as a Senior Cardiac Physiologist in a Clinical setting Experience of teaching and training Experience of employment as an Echocardiographer in Congenital Heart Disease or Adult Congenital Heart Disease
Desirable
Experience of employment in an NHS setting Experience of employment as a Cardiac Physiologist within a paediatric setting Experience of mentoring
PROFESSIONAL / MANAGERIAL / SPECIALIST KNOWLEDGE Essential
Capable of working with a high degree of autonomy where required
PERSONAL SKILLS / ABILITIES AND ATTRIBUTES Essential
Strong written and verbal communication skills to include presentation skills. Able to convey complex and sensitive information. Good team player Good organisational and time management skills. Able to delegate. Efficient and effective. Shows willingness to accept accountability for decision-making
OTHER REQUIREMENTS Essential
Desire to work with Children
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UK Registration
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Employer details Employer name Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust
Address Birmingham Children's Hospital
Steelhouse Lane
Birmingham
B4 6NH
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://bwc.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)