Assistant Cardiac Practitioner
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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a band 3 assistant to work in the friendly cardiac department at the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust.
We are seeking an enthusiastic, hardworking team player to join our close-knit busy team as a multi-skilled rotational member of the team based within the hub of the Royal Berkshire Hospital. The extended team is made up by cardiac physiologists, cardiologists, nurses, radiographers, clinical admin team and senior managers, who are very active and engaging with supporting the cardiac physiologists. We work in a well-equipped modern and clean environment with an excellent history of training and great opportunities for development.
The successful applicant will have the opportunity to learn to perform 12-lead ECG, fit Holter monitors and to develop their skills and expand their role within the department. There is also an opportunity to undertake further qualifications.
Job description
The post holder will undertake the following
1) Responsible for delivery of all ECG's performed on adults and children within the department, on the wards and outreach clinics.
2) Daily ward rounds are undertaken and the post holder must ensure this service is delivered in a prompt and efficient manner.
3) All staff must rotate between the departments (RBH and satellite) to ensure adequate cover is maintained, although the department manager will ensure this happens via the rota
4) All staff must rotate one 17:00 finish per week, once fully proficient.
5) Fitting and removal of ECG monitors, BP (blood pressure) monitors, measure height, weight and blood pressure. Assisting the physiologists in echocardiograms and other areas.
6) Equipment checks must be undertaken frequently and reported if necessary, to ensure good working order.
7) Responsibility for managing of all supplies and consumables. The department manager orders both stock and non-stock for this area and the post holder must ensure that any supplies needed are escalated promptly.
8) All staff in this area must have basic life support training; the manager will ensure all staff receives regular and up-to-date training.
9) PDP (Personal Development Planning), Health and Safety, Risk management, incident reporting and protocol's for this area are duties undertaken by the manager, but must be escalated upwards. Regular communication is expected with both outpatient and ward staff to ensure that the service meets changing demands.
10) Training of all applicable staff in ECG performance is expected when the post holder is proficient; this includes physiologists, STP students, PTP students and assistant physiologists, nursing and other staff when necessary.
11) Undertaking the trial of all new ECG machines for the department in conjunction with the Senior Assistant Cardiac Physiologists.
12) Ensure that monthly statistics are passed to a Senior Physiologists monthly.
13) Assistance with the medical and nursing staff will be expected in the non-invasive areas.
14) Accurate and precise recording for ECG is essential and staff should attain a good knowledge of ECG interpretation via in-house training.
15) External qualification from SCST for both Practical, Certificate and Foundation course is expected within first year of employment. In-house training is provided.
16) It will be expected of all staff that the returning of loan equipment is checked on a daily basis and escalated up to senior staff if problems occur.
17) Checking of daily and weekly defibrillation trolley.
Opportunity for future development
Work towards SCST Diploma
Opportunity for Senior Assistant Cardiac Practitioner
Uphold Trusts Care Values- Compassionate- Aspirational- Resource- Excellent
Person specification
Experience
Essential
- 1 year working clinically within Healthcare
Qualification
Essential
- Math and English GCSE ( or equivalent)
About the employer
Diversity makes us interesting... Inclusion is what will make us outstanding.
Inequality exists and the journey to eliminate it is not easy. Every step we take will be a purposeful step forward to deliver a truly inclusive culture where all our people are enabled to deliver outstanding care, where background is no barrier, and where everyone can be their authentic self and we truly represent our patient community.
We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants where possible. All applicants who have a disability and meet the minimum criteria for the post can opt for a guaranteed interview.
If you need additional help with your application please get in touch by calling the recruitment team on 0118 322 6997 or 0118 322 5342.
Our primary method of communication will be via email. However, if you would prefer to be contacted through a different method, please inform the recruitment team.