Band 7 Highly Specialist Cardiac Physiologist - Cardiology
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This is an exciting opportunity for a Highly Specialised Cardiac Physiologist with an interest in CRM to join a busy, established Device Service in a friendly Cardiology Department.
The role will primarily be based at Heartlands Hospital, part of University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, where we perform device implant and follow up including Conduction System Pacing and S-ICD implant.
As a Highly Specialised Cardiac Physiologist you will be BHRS/IBHRE accredited to support all aspects of the CRM Service.
You will be responsible for all aspects of device follow up and also be required to attend other sites within the Trust to perform device implant and follow up to maintain BHRS/IBHRE Accreditation.
There is a requirement to support the Device On Call Service.
You will also be required to cover other aspects of diagnostic cardiac physiology, to include angiography, exercise tolerance testing and Holter analysis.
This is full time role working 37.5 hours per week across 4 days, 08.00-18.00.
On occasion there may be a requirement to support services at other sites within the Trust.
Main duties of the job
*Perform highly specialised Cardiac Physiology investigations and interventions including:
*Perform advanced physiological testing during pacemaker, CRT-P and ICD/CRT-D implantation and follow-up with analysis of highly complex data and diagnostic information. Independent prescription and evaluation of device therapy and programming ensuring individualised device optimisation. Currently we perform an on-call rota for complex devices and expect an accredited Band 7 physiologist to take part in this.
*Additionally, perform a broad range of clinical investigations undertaken within the Cardiac Physiology Service including, but not limited to:
*Performance, analysis and interpretation of resting ECGs, including independent interpretation for Direct Access patients.
*Manage physiologist-led Exercise Tolerance Testing
*Holter analysis (including complex pacemakers/implantable devices)
*Cardiac catheterisation (including complex cases)
*Permanent pacemaker and implantable loop recorder implantation and follow-up
*Tilt testing (physiologist led)
*Provide interpretation and reports of own and others' investigations, using discretion and judgement to seek further advice or review as necessary within an appropriate timeframe.
Cross site working.
It is a requirement in line with the needs of the service to work on any of the Trust sites including community diagnostic hubs as dictated by the needs of the service.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc in Clinical Physiology (or equivalent) or Masters in Cardiac Science
- Highly specialist knowledge of Clinical Physiology in at least one area to Masters level or equivalent (Echocardiography or Devices).
- IBHRE/BHRS accreditation
- RCCP Registered
- ILS/ALS Resuscitation certified
Desirable
- Training/Assessor's qualification
- ASCST/MSCST
Experience
Essential
- Experience and scientific knowledge through formal study, training and practice in highly complex and specialized Cardiac investigations.
Desirable
- Health and Safety knowledge and experience.
- Research experience
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Confident to train medical personnel and technical colleagues.
- Confident and competent to write accurate clinical and technical reports.
- Confident and competent to act appropriately in emergencies and in the event of significant clinical findings.
- Capable of supervising staff, delegating and prioritising.
- Confident at liaison with medical staff / technical / nursing staff and managers.
- Able to deal with conflicts.
- Capable of prioritisation.
- Confident to liaise with other staff groups ( Consultant staff, Medical staff, Nursing staff and peer groups )
- Must be able to work as a team member
- Good interpersonal skills
Desirable
- Experience in staff side matters and HR issues.
About the employer
University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust strives to have an inclusive culture where everyone feels like they belong, can thrive, knows that they add value and feels valued. We do this by developing compassionate and culturally competent leaders, being values driven in all that we do and by creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace that thrives on the diversity of our people. As such we want to attract and recruit talented individuals from all backgrounds, and for each of you to feel supported for the diversity you bring, to achieve your full potential. For those staff with a disability, including physical disability, long term health condition, mental health or neurodiverse condition, this also means being committed to making reasonable adjustments needed for you to carry out your role.