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Senior Cardiac Physiologist (Specializing in Cardiac Devices/Pacing) - Band 7

Location: Medway NHS Foundation Trust, Cardiorespiratory Department

Salary: £29.34 per hour (NHS cap is non-negotiable)

Hours: 30 hours per week

Job Type: Temporary, 3-month contract with potential for extension

Start Date: ASAP

Make an Impact in Cardiac Care: Immediate Opportunity Available

Are you an experienced Cardiac Physiologist with a strong NHS background, specializing in cardiac devices and pacing? Medway NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a dedicated professional for an immediate start to join our Cardiorespiratory Department. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to contribute to life-saving work while advancing your expertise in a supportive environment.

Role Overview

As a Senior Cardiac Physiologist, you will play a key role in our Cardiorespiratory Department, focusing on cardiac devices and pacing. Your expertise will be essential in performing a variety of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, ensuring high standards of patient care.

Key Responsibilities

* Specialist Procedures: Perform and analyse complex cardiac investigations, particularly in the area of cardiac devices and pacing.

* Clinical Judgement: Provide accurate and timely interpretation of results, ensuring urgent cases are escalated to senior staff or medical personnel immediately.

* Patient Care: Offer reassurance and clear communication to patients undergoing procedures, ensuring they understand the process and outcomes.

* Mentorship: Support and guide junior staff and students, sharing your expertise in cardiac devices and pacing.

* Service Contribution: Assist in departmental audits, research projects, and the implementation of evidence-based practices.

What We’re Looking For

* Qualifications: BSc in Clinical Physiology or equivalent, RCCP registration or eligibility, and ILS certification.

* Experience: Significant experience in cardiac devices and pacing within the NHS is essential.

* Skills: Expertise in performing and interpreting a wide range of cardiac investigations, with a focus on devices and pacing. Strong communication and leadership skills are essential.

* Attributes: A proactive and flexible approach, with a commitment to high standards of patient care and professional practice.

Job Type: Fixed term contract

Contract length: 3 months

Pay: £29.34 per hour

Benefits:

* Referral programme

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 28/08/2024

Expected start date: 28/08/2024