Cardiac Physiologist (CRM)

Lancashire Source: WhatJobs

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To perform a full range of cardiac physiology duties within a large district general, with the emphasis on patient centred care. You will be involved in the wide range of cardiac investigations carried out by the department including ECGs, ambulatory monitoring and analysis, cardiac catheterisation, exercise tests, tilt tests, device implants and follow ups (including complex devices). The post holder will also assist with the training of students and junior members of the department., Non-Invasive

Non-Invasive

Perform, interpret and report 12-lead ECGs
ambulatory ECG monitors
ambulatory BP monitors and event recorders
exercise tolerance tests, physiologist and doctor led
tilt table testing

Invasive

Patient monitoring, haemodynamic recording and reporting during diagnostic and interventional angiography
Work independently and be able to supervise and troubleshoot in the cardiac catheter lab in procedures such as but not limited to PCI, PPCI, OCT, rotablation, IVUS, pressure wires, shock wave, CTOs, temporary pacing wires and intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP)
To be able to recognise and deal with acute situations which involve the need for external pacing, defibrillation and/or CPR.
Support and participate in the on-call cath lab service

Cardiac Rhythm Management

Involvement in the Implantable Loop Recorder follow up service, including analysis, reporting of data, and communication with patients on service use
Provide technical assistance during cardiac device implants including pacemakers, conduction system pacemakers, ICDs and CRT devices.
Assist senior colleagues in implantable device checks helping to maintain patient safety and ensuring optimal device function in accordance with BHRS guidelines.

As a Trust we are committed to Continuous Professional Development and you will be encouraged to attend relevant professional Courses and Conferences. The Cardiology Department provides regular departmental meetings with training attached. In house training and competencies will be provided.

We are a large diagnostic team providing a variety of investigations.

We are a forward thinking, progressive department and you will be supported to further develop your expertise.

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