Job summary** Previous applicants need not apply**East Cheshire NHS trust are opening a purpose-built Community Diagnostic centre at the Congleton War Memorial Hospital site. We are developing and expanding our Cardio-respiratory department to support a wide range of diagnostic services. You will work on rotation at both the Congleton and Macclesfield sites to ensure you maintain competency in all areas and gain exposure to specialist testing, MDT and review sessions.You will have the opportunity to develop your existing skills and be supported and encouraged 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 audit and MDT meetings and encourage others to participate.The successful candidate will need to be a supportive team player and be able to adapt to situations quickly and manage their workload, prioritizing tasks according to urgency.You will need previous experience at band 6 level, a BSc in Clinical Physiology or equivalent, voluntary registration with the RCCP/AHCS and BSE Accreditation.***Please note this post may be closed early if a high number of applications are received***Hours per week: 37.5Main duties of the jobMaintain BSE accreditation and perform high quality diagnostic tests to recognised BSE standards and produce highly complex reports which directly impact on patient careSupport the delivery of specialist echo services including Transeosophageal and stress echocardiography.Contribute to maintaining and developing professional standards and service delivery within the departmentWork collaboratively and co-operatively with the Principal Physiologist and senior team to support service provisionOversee and prioritise own workload/referrals to meet service needs liaising with Principal Physiologist to address demand and capacity issuesTo 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 usWhether you are just starting out in your career or are looking to use your skills and experience in a new role, East Cheshire NHS Trust is the right employer for you. An organisation with a real sense of community we actively support and develop our staff to ensure our patients receive the best quality care, delivering the right care first time, every time.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.Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease 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 SpecificationQualificationsEssentialBSc clinical PhysiologyBritish Society of EchocardiographyRegistration Council for Clinical Physiologists (RCCP) registrationEvidence of ongoing professional developmentIntermediate Life Support (ILS) trainedAssessor qualificationSociety for Cardiological Science and Technology (SCST) accreditationDesirableLeadership /management related qualificationMentorship qualificationExperience of formal teaching within a multidisciplinary settingEuropean Computer Driving Licence (ECDL)Experience/KnowledgeEssentialSignificant post qualification experience with specialist theoretical knowledge and clinical practice within Cardiac devices and arrhythmiasAbility to undertake complex diagnostic tests independently specifically within EchocardiographyAbility to analyse and interpret complex data producing accurate reportsExperience of appraisal and delivering education/mentorship to traineesUnderstands the education systems for Cardio-Respiratory Physiologists within the UKUnderstands the broader role of Cardio-Respiratory Physiology within the NHSDesirableKnowledge of local and national policyExperience in managing a team/group of staffExperience of formal teaching within a multidisciplinary settingSkillsEssentialHigh level of hands on skill in echocardiographyDemonstrable skills in a broad range of cardiac diagnosticsHigh level of analytical skillsEmploys highly specialist knowledge and experience to formulate clinical reportsIT user skills in clinical data manipulationGood organisation/management skillsGood communication and listening skillsFlexible adaptable style workingFacilitative working stylePositive approach to problem solvingAbility to secure the support of othersMotivation to develop modern, quality servicesForward and analytical thinkingCredible with colleagues - internal and externalAbility to lead and develop individuals and teamsAbility to develop/sustain appropriate professional relationships/networks to influence care systemsDesirableExperience in working with other agencies/networkChange managementOtherEssentialPlease refer to the person specification for further role requirements.Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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 SponsorshipApplications 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 (Opens in a new tab).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 (Opens in a new tab).UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer detailsEmployer nameEast Cheshire NHS TrustAddressMacclesfield DistrictGeneral HospitalVictoria Road, MacclesfieldSK10 3BLEmployer's websitehttps://www.careersateastcheshire.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)