Highly Specialist Cardiac Clinical Physiologist Echocardiography

Job summary

** Previous applicants need not apply**

We are seeking an enthusiastic Echocardiographer to support our existing team. We are a dynamic, forward thinking, and friendly team who are continuously expanding and developing the services that we offer. Following the recent opening of the Community diagnostic hub you will be working in both the hospital and community settings with our multidisciplinary team. Applications from band 6 staff working towards a band 7 post and BSE accreditation would be considered.

We provide a wide range of diagnostic tests and work closely with our three imaging consultants to provide Transthoracic echocardiography, Dobutamine Stress, Physiological stress and Transoesphageal echocardiography. Physiologist led Valve clinics, and contrast lists.

You will have the opportunity to develop your existing skills and be supported to undertake further training and education.

You will take an active role in the training and support of medical colleagues and junior staff including those undertaking the ETP programme.

You will be supported to lead and encourage others to participate in audit and MDT meetings.

Hours per week: 37.5

Main duties of the job

• Maintain BSE accreditation and perform high quality diagnostic tests to recognised BSE standards and produce highly complex reports which directly impact on patient care.
• Support the delivery of specialist echo services including Transeosophageal and stress echocardiography.
• Contribute to maintaining and developing professional standards and service delivery within the department.
• Work collaboratively and co-operatively with the Principal Physiologist and senior team to support service provision.
• Oversee and prioritise own workload/referrals to meet service needs liaising with Principal Physiologist to address demand and capacity issues.
• To undertake Transthoracic echocardiograms and produce high quality reports in line with British Society of echocardiography guidelines.
• Support training and development of physiology and medical staff.
• Actively participate in the ETP student education and development programme, providing practical and theoretical training as required.

Candidates are encouraged to contact the department to organize an informal visit or further discussion around our exciting training and development opportunities. Please contact Martha Scott, Principal Physiologist on 01625 661712.

About us

It is all about the people at East Cheshire NHS Trust. We have a real sense of community, and our values are truly embedded into everything we do, ensuring we are a great and inclusive place to work. You will be supported, developed and empowered throughout your career with us. Come and join us, where you can play your part in helping us deliver outstanding care and improving the health of all the people we serve.

COVID-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and of course our patients from the virus when working in our healthcare settings. Whilst COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment, we do encourage our staff to get vaccinated. We will be checking the vaccination status of all new starters as part of ongoing monitoring.

Please be aware that this post requires an Enhanced with Barred list Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, the cost of which is payable by the successful candidate. If you have lived or worked abroad for 6 months or more in the last 5 years you will need to obtain an overseas police clearance. Further information can be found on the additional information links at the bottom of the advert.

Date posted: 16 April 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for change

Band: Band 7

Salary: £46,148 to £52,809 a year

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time

Reference number: 209-A-25-7079085

Job locations: Macclesfield District General Hospital, Victoria Road, Macclesfield, SK10 3BL

Job description Job responsibilities

Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.

Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.

As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage www.careersateastcheshire.nhs.uk for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).

Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.

We look forward to receiving your application.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential

• BSc (Bachelor of Sciences) clinical Physiology
• British Society of Echocardiography
• Society for Cardiological Science and Technology (SCST) accreditation
• Registration Council for Clinical Physiologists (RCCP) registration
• Evidence of ongoing professional development
• Intermediate Life Support (ILS) trained
• Assessor qualification

Skills Essential

• High level of hands on skill in echocardiography
• Demonstrable skills in a broad range of cardiac diagnostics
• High level of analytical skills
• Employs highly specialist knowledge and experience to formulate clinical reports
• IT user skills in clinical data manipulation
• Good organisation/management skills
• Good communication and listening skills
• Flexible adaptable style working
• Facilitative working style
• Positive approach to problem solving
• Ability to secure the support of others
• Motivation to develop modern, quality services
• Forward and analytical thinking
• Credible with colleagues - internal and external
• Ability to lead and develop individuals and teams
• Ability to develop/sustain appropriate professional relationships/networks to influence care systems

Desirable

• Experience in working with other agencies/network
• Change management

Experience/Knowledge Essential

• Significant post qualification experience with specialist theoretical knowledge and clinical practice within Cardiac devices and arrhythmias
• Ability to undertake complex diagnostic tests independently specifically within Echocardiography
• Ability to analyse and interpret complex data producing accurate reports
• Experience of appraisal and delivering education/mentorship to trainees
• Understands the education systems for Cardio-Respiratory Physiologists within the UK
• Understands the broader role of Cardio-Respiratory Physiology within the NHS

Desirable

• Knowledge of local and national policy
• Experience in managing a team/group of staff
• Experience of formal teaching within a multidisciplinary setting

Other Role Requirements Essential

• Please refer to the job description and person specification for further details regarding the role requirements

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

Employer details

Employer name: East Cheshire NHS Trust

Address: Macclesfield District General Hospital, Victoria Road, Macclesfield, SK10 3BL

Employer's website: https://www.eastcheshire.nhs.uk/