Chief Cardiac Physiologist – Electrophysiology

Job title:

Chief Cardiac Physiologist – Electrophysiology

Company

NHS

Job description

We are looking to recruit a Band 7 Cardiac Physiologist to join our Electrophysiology team. This is an exciting opportunity to work with some of the latest technology including CARTO 3D Mapping and CRYO Ablation, and to take part in the development of our services as we undergo a regeneration of our Cath Labs and Kit. We manage all arrhythmias including AF, SVT and VTs.Main duties of the jobThe post holder will be part of a small sub-team of 8 EP Physiologists including two consultant Electrophysiologists and two Arrhythmia Nurses. We have 3 Catheter labs at in our Cardiac Investigations Unit and EP Lab lists run all day 3 times a week. You will rotate through the EP and C RM service to maintain your Pacing skills and support a variety in you working environment. You will report to the Cath Lab Lead Physiologist and Head of Service.About usHere at Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust, we are proud to provide expert, compassionate care for our local population. We are ranked as the third in the country for research, embedding education and training across the organisation. Our main hub is the Queen Alexandra Hospital, which is one of the largest hospitals on the south coast employing over 8,700 staff.Our patients come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes our hospital stronger. If you share our values and our enthusiasm for getting it right for patients, colleagues, and our community, you will find a home at Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust.Date posted11 November 2024Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 7Salary£46,148 to £52,809 a yearContractPermanentWorking patternPart-timeReference numberREF897WJob locationsQueen Alexandra HospitalSouthwick Hill RoadCoshamPortsmouthPO6 3LYJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesThe post holder will be proficient in Electrophysiology (EP) Studies, mapping and Ablation.They will work initially as a second, shadowing the current senior EP team members, then progress to Lead in EP cases operating the mapping systems, when confident. We currently have 2 EP physiologists in Lab lists to support setting up equipment (as we operate in a hybrid lab), operating the EPS, Pacing and Mapping systems, turnaround and archiving/databasing.They will work closely with the EP team and Consultants to provide a safe and high standard of care for patients undergoing EP procedures.They will be responsible for their own CPD, supported by the lead Physiologist and team. Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesThe post holder will be proficient in Electrophysiology (EP) Studies, mapping and Ablation.They will work initially as a second, shadowing the current senior EP team members, then progress to Lead in EP cases operating the mapping systems, when confident. We currently have 2 EP physiologists in Lab lists to support setting up equipment (as we operate in a hybrid lab), operating the EPS, Pacing and Mapping systems, turnaround and archiving/databasing.They will work closely with the EP team and Consultants to provide a safe and high standard of care for patients undergoing EP procedures.They will be responsible for their own CPD, supported by the lead Physiologist and team.Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential

• BSc Cardiac Physiology/Healthcare Science (Cardiology) or equivalent

Desirable

• Postgraduate qualification in EP such as BHRS/IBHRE/EHRS accreditation
• AHCS / RCCP or HCPC registration

ExperienceEssential

• Experience and a good level of confidence in the EP lab using various modes of treatment and mapping

Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential

• BSc Cardiac Physiology/Healthcare Science (Cardiology) or equivalent

Desirable

• Postgraduate qualification in EP such as BHRS/IBHRE/EHRS accreditation
• AHCS / RCCP or HCPC registration

ExperienceEssential

• Experience and a good level of confidence in the EP lab using various modes of treatment and mapping

Expected salary

£46148 – 52809 per year

Location

Cosham, Hampshire

Job date

Wed, 13 Nov 2024 06:02:01 GMT

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