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Job Description
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- 3 GCSEs at C level or above
- BLS
- SCST qualification
- Previous ECG training
- Performing ECGs
- Fitting ambulatory monitors
- Training junior members of staff/students
- Computer literate e.g. Microsoft Office
- Identify and escalate acutely unwell/deteriorating patient
- Significant ECG abnormalities
- Awareness of own limitations
- High attention to detail
- Ability to deal with occasionally emotionally challenging situations
- Ability to deal with occasional unpleasant conditions
- Problem solving
- Teamwork with demonstrable experience
- Work well under pressure
- Good level of general fitness
- Able to speak English as necessary
- 3 GCSEs at C level or above
- BLS
- SCST qualification
- Previous ECG training
- Performing ECGs
- Fitting ambulatory monitors
- Training junior members of staff/students
- Computer literate e.g. Microsoft Office
- Identify and escalate acutely unwell/deteriorating patient
- Significant ECG abnormalities
- Awareness of own limitations
- High attention to detail
- Ability to deal with occasionally emotionally challenging situations
- Ability to deal with occasional unpleasant conditions
- Problem solving
- Teamwork with demonstrable experience
- Work well under pressure
- Good level of general fitness
- Able to speak English as necessary
Job summary
We are excited to be able to offer an opportunity to join our enthusiastic and dedicated ECG team as a Cardiographer to support our non-invasive cardiology services.
Main duties of the job
The cardiographer role comprises of the accurate acquisition of electrocardiograms (ECGs) in an outpatient environment in addition to the preparation and running of ambulatory monitor clinics in the main outpatients department. This is a predominantly patient-facing role and our ECG team often form the first point of contact for those patients entering our Cardiology service. We are extremely proud of our cardiac unit comprising of Cardiac rhythm management, Coronary intervention, Echocardiography services as well as a full range of Non-invasive diagnostic services. We have a strong team ethic and pride ourselves in putting the patient at the centre of our care. We are therefore passionate about attracting individuals to this post who will be able to support our values and maintain the high standards of care provided by our team.
About us
Our values define who we are as #TeamUHD. They underpin everything we do now and in the future. They define how we treat our patients, visitors, and each other, our valued teammates and colleagues.
UHD are investing in services across the Trust, with many being transformed and developed following merger and theNew Hospital Programme.
This means that some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or long term. Recruiting Managers interviewing for this role will be happy to answer any specific questions that you have about this at interview.
Please note if the role or service is relocated as part of a planned move, employees will not be eligible for excess mileage reimbursement. Travel from the postholder's home to the new work base will be considered a normal commute. Any other changes not related to this relocation will be managed according to the relevant Trust or National terms and conditions.
Details
Date posted
20 June 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£24,625 to £25,674 a year pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
153-ME04418-A
Job locations
Royal Bournemouth Hospital
Bournemouth
BH7 7DW
Job descriptionJob description
Job responsibilities
The successful candidate will ideally have experience in a healthcare environment, be passionate about improving patient care and will have an interest in cardiology. Previous experience in performing ECGs and fitting ambulatory monitors is desirable but not essential as full training will be given. You will join our existing ECG team comprising of 6 Cardiographers who support our wider cardiac physiology team.
Please see full job description for detailed role requirements.
Job responsibilities
The successful candidate will ideally have experience in a healthcare environment, be passionate about improving patient care and will have an interest in cardiology. Previous experience in performing ECGs and fitting ambulatory monitors is desirable but not essential as full training will be given. You will join our existing ECG team comprising of 6 Cardiographers who support our wider cardiac physiology team.
Please see full job description for detailed role requirements.
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Qualifications
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Experience
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Technical Skills and Competencies
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Knowledge
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Other
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Personal Attributes
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Language
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Qualifications
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Experience
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Technical Skills and Competencies
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Knowledge
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Other
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Personal Attributes
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Language
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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.
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Royal Bournemouth Hospital
Bournemouth
BH7 7DW
Employer's website
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Royal Bournemouth Hospital
Bournemouth
BH7 7DW
Employer's website
About the company
National Health Service (NHS) is the umbrella term for the publicly-funded healthcare systems of the United Kingdom (UK). The founding principles were that services should be comprehensive, universal and free at the point of delivery—a health service based on clinical need, not ability to pay. Each service provides a comprehensive range of health services, free at the point of use for people ordinarily resident in the United Kingdom apart from dental treatment and optical care.
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