Service Lead

To perform a full range of cardiac physiology duties within a large district general, with the emphasis on patient centred care. You will be involved in the wide range of cardiac investigations carried out by the department including ECGs, ambulatory monitoring and analysis, cardiac catheterisation, exercise tests, tilt tests, device implants and follow ups (including complex devices). The post holder will also assist with the training of students and junior members of the department., Non-Invasive · Perform, interpret and report 12-lead ECGs; ambulatory ECG monitors; ambulatory BP monitors and event recorders; exercise tolerance tests, physiologist and doctor led; tilt table testing Invasive · Patient monitoring, haemodynamic recording and reporting during diagnostic and interventional angiography · Work independently and be able to supervise and troubleshoot in the cardiac catheter lab in procedures such as but not limited to PCI, PPCI, OCT, rotablation, IVUS, pressure wires, shock wave, CTOs, temporary pacing wires and intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP) · To be able to recognise and deal with acute situations which involve the need for external pacing, defibrillation and/or CPR. · Support and participate in the on-call cath lab service Cardiac Rhythm Management · Involvement in the Implantable Loop Recorder follow up service, including analysis, reporting of data, and communication with patients on service use · Provide technical assistance during cardiac device implants including pacemakers, conduction system pacemakers, ICDs and CRT devices. · Assist senior colleagues in implantable device checks helping to maintain patient safety and ensuring optimal device function in accordance with BHRS guidelines.Working for our organisation As a Trust we are committed to Continuous Professional Development and you will be encouraged to attend relevant professional Courses and Conferences. The Cardiology Department provides regular departmental meetings with training attached. In house training and competencies will be provided. We are a large diagnostic team providing a variety of investigations. We are a forward thinking, progressive department and you will be supported to further develop your expertise.Detailed job description and main responsibilities Non-Invasive Cardiology · Perform, interpret and report 12-lead ECGs, ambulatory ECG monitors, ambulatory BP monitors and event recorders · Lead, interpret and report exercise tolerance tests, physiologist and doctor led · Lead, interpret and report tilt table testing Invasive Cardiology · Patient monitoring, haemodynamic recording and reporting during diagnostic and interventional angiography · Work independently and be able to supervise and troubleshoot in the cardiac catheter lab in procedures such as but not limited to PCI, PPCI, OCT, rotablation, IVUS, pressure wires, shock wave, CTOs, temporary pacing wires and intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP) · To be able to recognise and deal with acute situations which involve the need for external pacing, defibrillation and/or CPR. · Support and participate in the on-call cath lab service Cardiac Rhythm Management · Training will be provided and assessments if required, with support for working towards accreditation then working independently. · Active involvement in the Implantable Loop Recorder follow up service, including analysis and reporting of data, and communication with patients on service use · Provide technical assistance during cardiac device implants including pacemakers, conduction system pacemakers, ICDs and CRT devices, ensuring patient safety and accurate documentation in accordance with BHRS guidelines and departmental standards. · Assist senior colleagues in implantable device checks helping to maintain patient safety and ensuring optimal device function in accordance with BHRS guidelines.

• Degree in relevant field
• Registration with RCCP/AHCS
• ILS/ALS
• Demonstration of evidence based team work
• Demonstration of evidence and knowledge in Cardiology Investigations
• Demonstration of evidence and knowledge in Cardiology Devices
• Ability to work independently
• flexibility and on- call
Desirable criteria
• Participates in audits
• Understanding of NICE and NHSE, You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
  
  At East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust our vision is to be widely recognised for providing safe, personal and effective care. We currently provide high quality services and treat over 600,000 people across East Lancashire and the surrounding area. We employ over 9,500 staff, many of whom are internationally renowned and have won awards for their work., The Trust is an equal opportunities employer, committed to improving the working lives of our staff and operates a 'Zero Tolerance' policy to aggression, violence, bullying and harassment. In addition, our aim is to help protect children and vulnerable adults by providing a first-class service to the recruitment of people into positions of trust.
We aim to employ a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from everyone irrespective of ethnic origin, gender, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, disability or social background. We especially welcome applications from members of our black, Asian and minority ethnic (BAME) communities, as we have identified that ELHT has an under-representation of BAME employees. Appointments will be made on merit.

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Disclosure and Barring Scheme (DBS) If the role you are applying for is identified as either controlled or regulated activity as defined in in the Safeguarding vulnerable Groups Act (2006) any offer of employment is provisional upon a satisfactory DBS check being obtained. The healthcare sector is exempted from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. In line with other NHS organisations in the North West Region, the Trust is now passing the charge for undertaking a DBS check on to candidates in the event they are successfully appointed into the post for which they have applied. Candidates can choose whether to pay this over 1-3 months as a deduction from the monthly salary. However, if you are applying for a post as a BANK worker, the payment must be made in full at the time of employment checks. By applying for this vacancy you are agreeing to this undertaking in the event you are successfully appointed. The cost of an Enhanced Disclosure will be £55.38 and for a Standard Disclosure will be £27.38.