About this role
Job summary
Performs transthoracic echocardiography, (TTE) using manual dexterity and precision, exercising specialist judge mental skills when acquiring images.To produce a full, accurate and comprehensive clinical reports independently for each study, which will directly affect patient care and/or management. Responsibility for own caseload.
Main duties of the job
Performs independently transthoracic echocardiography, (TTE) using manual dexterity and precision, exercising specialist judge mental skills when acquiring images. To perform 12 Lead Electrocardiograms when necessary.To produce full, accurate and comprehensive clinical reports independently for each study, which will directly affect patient care and/or management. Responsibility for own caseload.To take a leading role in staff development and training as required.
About us
We are committed to being an inclusive and diverse employer. We strive to employ people who reflect the communities we serve, and aim to create an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential. Whatever your race, ethnicity, belief, generation, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, disability or experience, you'll appreciate the opportunities we give you to work in an inclusive atmosphere. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences to build on the progress we've achieved to make our Trust diverse and the best place to work. We celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that help us overcome challenges and embrace new possibilities. We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant Pledge and have a commitment to the Armed Forces Community.
We are dedicated to using our Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) approach as our shared organisation model of change to enhance our services and ensure excellence in patient care.
If you are considering applying for a role, please be aware that as an NHS Employee you may have contact with vulnerable service users. We strongly encourage that all our staff are vaccinated against COVID-19 and are vaccinated annually against Flu, in order to protect the health and safety of our staff and patients. Your commitment will help us to put the safety and care of our patients first, as well as helping us to protect you and your colleagues.
Job description Job responsibilities
Responsible along with the other Band 7 Physiologist for the operational responsibility of the department on a day to day basis. This includes a clinical workload (i.e. performing and/or reporting on all the non-invasive tests) as well as day to day management and supervision of staff.
To initiate and participate in clinical audit within the department and to use the results to improve quality of service.To be a specialist in echocardiography, etc. to develop competence in clinical supervision and be able to act as clinical supervisor where necessary.
Person Specification
Desirable Essential
previous cardiac experience
Desirable
Able to draw upon a broad range of clinical knowledge
Essential Essential
Membership to professional body acquired by examination either BSE (postgraduate diploma level) 1- 2 years post BSE Accreditation. or working towards BSE Accreditation 1-2 years' experience at a Senior level of independent practice.
Desirable
Able to draw upon a broad range of clinical knowledge Relevant accredited courses Masters in Echocardiography Able to communicate complex information. Excellent interpersonal skills.
Essential Essential
Education and qualifications for the role
Desirable
Have a understanding of all aspects of Echocardiography
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 Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust
Address Darent Valley Hospital
Darenth Wood Road
Dartford
DA2 8DA
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.dgt.nhs.uk/working-for-us (Opens in a new tab)