Job summary

The Cardiology department within Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust is looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic person to come and work within the Cardiac Physiology service as a Cardiographer.

The successful candidate will preferably have experience working in a healthcare setting including experience of performing ECG’s however training will be given for the right candidate. Applicants must have at least 5 GCSE’s of grade C or above.

Candidates must have good communication and people skills with proven experience of working with the general public and the ability and personality to undertake Clinical work in all areas of the main hospitals.

First Aid experience is desirable.

The ability to travel to all three main sites of the trust is a prerequisite along with the ability to work during school holidays.

Main duties of the job

Performing 12 lead ECG’s

Providing an ambulatory monitoring service for ECG and Blood Pressure for patients both in house and remotely (Via the post) as required.

Will involve communication with the patient both face to face and over the phone.

We are a friendly and supportive department, with a strong ethos of encouragement and support for staff with their ongoing CPD. We have good links with research and development and strong links with Imperial College Healthcare. We are committed to providing our patients with the highest level of care possible.

Training will be provided in the area of ECG and staff are encouraged and supported to achieve certification with the Society of Cardiological Science and Technology

About us

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What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you?

  • As part of our BHT family, you’ll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.
  • We offer flexible and agile workingopportunities,alongside your NHS benefits ofgenerous annual leave entitlement, pension andaccess toNHS discount schemes.
  • We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.
  • Why work for us?

  • We’recommitted to promoting inclusion and making sure all colleagues feel they belong. We encourage new colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply.
  • As an employer, we aim to create a workplace where differences are valued and colleagues treat one another with dignity and respect.
  • Greater diversity withinourBHT familyimprovespositive outcomes for the people and communities we serve.
  • What do we stand for?

  • Our vision is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to work.
  • Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time.
  • Our CARE values are collaborate, aspire, respect and enable.
  • For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert.

    Date posted

    22 November 2022

    Pay scheme

    Agenda for change

    Band

    Band 3

    Salary

    £21,730 to £23,177 a year Per annum

    Contract

    Permanent

    Working pattern

    Full-time, Job share

    Reference number

    434-SS4708477

    Job locations

    Wycombe Hospital

    Queen Alexandra Road

    High Wycombe

    HP11 2TT

    Job description

    Job responsibilities

    To perform clinical duties under the specialty of Technical Cardiology acting as a cardiographer. The post holder carries responsibility for patient care for the duration of specific physiological measurement investigations and is responsible for patient care for each span of duty in the absence of Senior Cardiac Physiologists. The post holder carries responsibility for the management of their clinical caseload, and that of those under supervision. The post holder will provide specialist professional direction and expertise in the technical discipline of Electrocardiography (ECG) and will act as an educational resource within the technical department.

    The post holder will also provide cover in other areas of Cardiology, e.g. Ambulatory BP monitoring, ECG monitor application, as appropriate and the needs of the service dictate.

    For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert.

    Job description

    Job responsibilities

    To perform clinical duties under the specialty of Technical Cardiology acting as a cardiographer. The post holder carries responsibility for patient care for the duration of specific physiological measurement investigations and is responsible for patient care for each span of duty in the absence of Senior Cardiac Physiologists. The post holder carries responsibility for the management of their clinical caseload, and that of those under supervision. The post holder will provide specialist professional direction and expertise in the technical discipline of Electrocardiography (ECG) and will act as an educational resource within the technical department.

    The post holder will also provide cover in other areas of Cardiology, e.g. Ambulatory BP monitoring, ECG monitor application, as appropriate and the needs of the service dictate.

    For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert.

    Person Specification

    Education

    Essential

  • Experience working with the general public
  • Minimum 5 grade C or above GCSEs’ or equivalent
  • Desirable

  • Experience working in a healthcare setting
  • Skills and Knowledge

    Essential

  • Must be able to use specialised computer software and have basic IT skills
  • Desirable

  • Desirable areas as specified in the PS
  • Person Specification

    Education

    Essential

  • Experience working with the general public
  • Minimum 5 grade C or above GCSEs’ or equivalent
  • Desirable

  • Experience working in a healthcare setting
  • Skills and Knowledge

    Essential

  • Must be able to use specialised computer software and have basic IT skills
  • Desirable

  • Desirable areas as specified in the PS
  • 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.

    Certificate of Sponsorship

    Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

    From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

    Additional information

    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.

    Certificate of Sponsorship

    Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

    From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).