Job summary
Employer heading
Healthcare Scientist Support Worker - Cardiology
NHS AfC: Band 2
''Creating a great place to be cared for and a great place to work''
University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay has a firm commitment to strengthening the diversity of our workforce, and therefore welcome and encourage applications from likeminded people who can support our ambition to become effortlessly inclusive. We are particularly keen to hear from protected groups – including BAME, LGBT+ and people with a disability.
Overseas candidates wishing to apply who would require sponsorship can determine the likelihood of obtaining a CoS for the post by assessing their circumstances against criteria specified on the gov.uk website.
Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join CIU. This will be with a 2 year training programme with CS group to undertake a level 2 training course, whilst working in CIU and to obtain the SCST certificate in ECGs.
The course is designed for all Healthcare Science Assistants as an Induction to the role. There are further courses, level 4 in both cardio/ resp or separated and degree level 6 courses in either Cardio, Resp Physiology and Masters.
This qualification combines both competence and knowledge aspects and is designed to give learners the practical competencies, technical skills and sector related knowledge that they need to be able to carry out the job effectively. It is based on National Occupational Standards designed by healthcare employers. The Pearson BTEC level 2 diploma in Assistants and want to have their knowledge and skills formerly recognised. The qualification will give learners the opportunity to
develop knowledge related to the healthcare science environment and the roles and responsibilities f those who work in this environment
develop skills related to the health care science environment
develop effective study skills, including the use of reflective practice
achieve a nationally recognised level 2 qualifications
develop personal growth and engagement in learning
Main duties of the job
To work effectively and efficiently as part of a team within Clinical Investigations Unit (CIU), ensuring a high-quality service is provided to patients attending the department.
Perform 12 lead ECG in a variety of clinical settings. Work alongside other colleagues, clinicians, the patient and their relatives.
To assist in the professional and operational delivery of the service within CIU, including shared allocation of work and training of other staff.
Working for our organisation
We operate from three main hospitals-Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal, as well as a number of community healthcare premises including Millom Hospital and GP Practice, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, and Ulverston Community Health Centre.
FGH and the RLI have a range of General Hospital services, with full Emergency Departments, Critical/Coronary Care units and various Consultant-led services.
WGH provides a range of General Hospital services, together with an Urgent Treatment Centre, that can help with a range of non-life threatening conditions such as broken bones and minor illnesses.
All three main hospitals provide a range of planned care including outpatients, diagnostics, therapies, day case and inpatient surgery. In addition, a range of local outreach services and diagnostics are provided from community facilities across Morecambe Bay.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
To read more information about the advertised tole and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the job description and person specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can read more about the University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay by visiting our website: https:www.uhmbt.nhs.uk
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- Grade 4/ C GCSE Maths
- Grade 4/ C GCSE English
- Willing to undertake the BTEC and SCST course
Desirable criteria
- Experience in ECG
- IT Skills
- Basic Life Support
Experience
Essential criteria
- Evidence of highly developed written and oral communication skills in English in a variety of settings.
- Experience of working within a team
Desirable criteria
- Experience of working in a hospital setting
Applicant requirements
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Michelle Armistead
- Job title
- Head of CIU
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01229 870870
- Additional information
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