Overview

Our Cardiology Department performs a wide range of non-invasive diagnostics. We are a busy department that has opened some of our diagnostics to direct access from Primary Care. We require an experienced Chief Cardiac Clinical Physiologist to join our team and contribute to the echocardiography service, as well as occasionally assisting with other cardiac diagnostics performed throughout the department. Successful candidates should be able to work independently and have significant experience in performing and reporting echocardiograms. Successful candidates will need to hold accreditation from the British Society of Echocardiography in Adult Echocardiography, or equivalent.Responsibilities

The echo service may be extended to include weekend working in the future as part of a 6/7 day service. The successful candidate will be required to participate in weekend cover.Work closely with other cardiac physiologists, the Lead Clinicians in Cardiology, Consultant Cardiologists and service manager.Be involved in the provision of a range of techniques for recording, measuring and monitoring physiological changes in patients and preparing reports on the results obtained in Adult Echocardiography.Be encouraged to undertake further training in the above techniques.Communicate with patients, relatives and other staff in a professional manner, concerning the assessment, treatment and progress of patients, whilst ensuring respect for the patient\''s wishes and confidentiality of information.Act as an efficient role model and resources adviser to colleagues.Have a sound understanding of the concepts of quality assurance and to develop, implement and maintain quality standards.Be involved in the training and assessment of junior staff, taking a leading role for physiologist lead Exercise Tolerance test training.About the organisation

The Hillingdon Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is the only acute hospital in the London Borough of Hillingdon and offers a wide range of services, including accident and emergency, inpatient care, day surgery, outpatient clinics, and maternity services. The Trust\''s services at Mount Vernon Hospital include routine day surgery, delivered at a modern treatment centre, a minor injuries unit, and outpatient clinics. The safety and well-being of our patients and staff is paramount and we are making urgent improvements to address this – particularly in infection prevention and control. We are making progress by working in partnership with local GPs, charities, community services, academic partners, our local authority, neighbouring hospitals, and the wider North West London Integrated care system, and ensuring that we listen and work in partnership with our local population. We are focused on ensuring that our hospitals provide high quality, safe, and compassionate care, while we drive forward with the building of the new Hillingdon Hospital. We have over 3,500 members of staff that are proud to care for nearly half a million people, with a vision to be an outstanding provider of healthcare through leading health and academic partnerships, transforming services, to provide the best care where needed.Application information

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for a full list of role requirements and main responsibilities.Important Information Regarding Applications At The Hillingdon Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, our recruitment processes are designed to identify candidates who demonstrate the right skills and values to support our commitment to high-quality care. Please note that the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools in applications is monitored. Any misuse that results in an inaccurate representation of a candidate\''s abilities may affect the outcome of the application. Applicants will be required to declare any use of AI prior to submitting their application. Once a sufficient number of applications have been received the vacancy may be closed prior to the published closing down date. All contracts are issued under Agenda for Change Terms and Conditions of employment and all posts are subject to appropriate job matching or evaluation process, where indicated. Applications are welcome from all sections of the community to ensure our workforce is representative of the population. Please note that all candidates at risk in London and going through the NHS London Redeployment scheme are to be given priority as part of the recruitment process where their application meets the essential criteria for the role. Please note: If you do not meet the requirements for the role or have specific registration where required then your application will be automatically rejected. If you do not hear from within 2 weeks of the closing date please assume you are unsuccessful. The Hillingdon Hospital will use the information provided primarily for the purposes of managing your employment within the Trust.

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