Specialist Cardiac Physiologist

Job overview

We are recruiting for 2 Specialist Cardiac Physiologists.  1 permanent and 1 for a 8 months fixed term to cover for maternity leave.

• The  post  holder  will work  within the echocardiography department  Performing and  reporting  increasingly  advanced  echocardiograms a under direct supervision  of  Advance   Cardiac Physiologist.
• The post  holder with  be working towards  Level  2 accreditation  with  the British Society of  Echocardiography ( BSE)  in adult  trans-thoracic echo ( TTE).
• The post  holder  will be expected  to provide  training support  and  education  to less  experienced  student , colleagues, cardiology  SPR and  junior  doctors.

Main duties of the job

As a Specialist cardiac physiologist, you will analyse and interpret the large volumes of interdependent and complex data acquired during TTE to conclude the correct diagnosis.

Following interpretation of the images and data generated during TTE, produce a clinical report of the echocardiographic findings. Perform diagnostic echocardiography in a wide range of complex clinical settings, including Specialist Valve Assessment.

Interpret and report on the complex imaging and data generated when performing TTE in the above patient cohorts (senior review required).

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For a full list of responsibilities and tasks associated with this role, please refer to the job description/person specification attached to this vacancy.