Lead Cardiac Physiologist

The Cardiology & Respiratory unit at St John & St Elizabeth Hospital is a looking for a dynamic and committed Lead Cardiac Physiologist to be a clinical lead for the non-invasive Cardiac diagnostic service. You will lead on the continued growth and development of the echocardiography and pacing service.

The post holder will also lead the Cardiology department in other cardiac investigations. Clinical duties will include performing resting Transthoracic Echo, Transesophageal echo Exercise stress and Dobutamine Stress echo, bubble and contrast echo, 12 Lead ECGs, Holter Monitoring and Analysis, Event Monitoring, Blood pressure Monitoring, Exercise Testing, routine pacemaker checks and Administrative duties.

The successful candidate must independently write clinical reports for transthoracic echocardiography to a BSE standard. In addition, physiologist clinical reports will be provided following holter and ETT analysis.

Located in leafy St John's Wood on the Jubilee line, minutes from Central London, our luxury private Hospital has an international reputation for providing the highest quality of care to patients and is unique in that all profits fund our onsite Hospice, St John's.

What would be my responsibilities as Lead Cardiac Physiologist?

• To lead on the day to day running of the diagnostic service: managing resources in line with service requirements
• To lead the service development and continued growth of the service
• To lead on department meetings, staff 1:1s and staff appraisals.
• Work with the Head of Cardiology to deliver on end of month financial reporting, KPI dashboard and audits
• To participate in cardiac investigations within own skill-base, and have working knowledge of all aspects of all services, including administrative duties. This will include performing tests and providing the reports.
• The post holder will be expected to act as an independent practitioner without direct supervision.
• Be aware of BSE, SCST and NICE guidelines and to carry out all procedures in accordance with these nationally agreed guidelines and policies of the department and hospital.
• To maintain expertise in cardiac resuscitation procedures" in accordance with agreed and established policies.
• Responsible for safe use of complex cardiology testing equipment to ensure patient and personal safety.
• To implement quality controls and assurance in accordance with agreed standards
• Cleaning the cardiology equipment in accordance the hospital infection control policy on the cleaning of bio hazards.
• Perform the full compliment of cardiology investigations without medical supervision and maintain awareness when a result requires further immediate follow up and act accordingly.
• Manage the pacemaker follow up lists conducting annual reviews, or advised in line with MHRA.
• Write technical reports for relevant investigations.
• Participate in the development and implementation of policies and protocols within the department of cardiology and in Echo related policies.
• Undertake research and clinical audit in conjunction with the physicians and manager.
• To assist the Cardiologist in theatres with DC cardioversions.
• Ensure that the standard of work is maintained the Hospital's rating with the CQC and help the Hospital achieve an 'Outstanding' rating.

Am I the right person for this Lead Cardiac Physiologist role?

• BSc in Clinical Physiology or equivalent
• ILS or BLS
• RCCP registration (desirable)
• BSE or equivalent.
• Experience as independent practitioner in cardiology investigations
• Experience of leading or managing clinical staff / team
• Experience of assisting in Pacemaker and Implantable Loop recorder implantation (desirable)
• The use of Medtronic, Boston Scientific and St Jude Pacemaker programmers (desirable)
• Able to independently perform and report Adult Transthoracic Echocardiograms (essential)
• Experience in assisting with/performing Exercise and Dobutamine stress echocardiograms and bubble and contrast echocardiograms..
• 24 hour Holter analysis.
• Able to perform a wide range of non-invasive investigations independently.
• Understanding of cardiac procedures and techniques.
• Ability to communicate well both verbally and in writing.
• Leadership skills.
• Teaching skills.

Why work for us as a Lead Cardiac Physiologist?

At our organisation we are passionate about providing our employees with a supportive and engaging environment. As well as ongoing development and training, we offer our employees a wide range of benefits; from 27 days annual leave, generous private healthcare cover, contributory pension schemes - including continuation of the NHS pension.

Working with us, all eligible employees receive;

• Competitive pay with progressive band structuring
• Private healthcare cover of up to £20,000 per year
• Ongoing training and development programmes
• Discounts at local, national and online shops
• Interest-free season ticket loans
• Cycle to work loan scheme
• Employee "Service Excellence" recognition rewards

If you are ready for a new challenge and relish the chance to become part of a successful, forward thinking organisation then we would love to hear from you.