Role Summary
Associate Practitioner in Cardiology is a role where, with training provided, the successful candidate will be working autonomously analysing and reporting on Holter monitors. Based at The Nightingale Hospital but will rotate into main site at RDUH Eastern with full support of Cardiographer/Physiology team. Will have opportunity to learn and support the Exercise Treadmill clinic as well as ILR implant and follow up.
About the Role
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More Detail about the role:
Applications are invited from individuals who wish to work within this busy and friendly department at the RDUH Wonford. Once fully competent a large majority of time will be spent working at the Community Diagnostic Centre at the Nightingale Exeter but there will be an element of rotation with the Eastern site, Wonford. Documented evidence of ECG recognition is essential as the role will mainly involve analysis of Holter recordings. You will also be familiar with all elements of ECG recording and applying monitors although this will not be part of your daily routine.
When on the main site at Wonford duties may include assisting in the performance of Exercise Treadmill tests and being able to correctly read and interpret the results.
Training on supporting the specialist nursing team with ILR implants will be provided and it is envisaged that you will be able to support follow up clinic’s within the department.
As an Associate Practitioner at the Nightingale you will need to be organised, confident and able to work alongside the multidisciplinary team that are based there.
The Cardiology department offers a wide range of investigations, including ECG, ambulatory monitoring (24hr ECG and BP), event recorders, exercise stress testing, echocardiography (Transthoracic, TOE, contrast and stress), cardiac catheterisation, EPS and ablation, pacemaker implant and follow up, AICD implant and follow up.
This post has been identified as involving access to vulnerable adults and/or children and in line with Trust policy successful applicants will be required to a undertake an Enhanced Disclosure Check.
Working Pattern: 37.5 hours per week
Interview Date: To be confirmed
For further information please contact: Miss Nicola Wilson, Principal Cardiac Physiologist on (01392) 402277.
As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
Preference will be given to staff with ‘Priority’ and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.
About Us
Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.
We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford). Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within people’s own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).
Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.
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It has never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as you will help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.
Benefits
Looking after you is important to us.
We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.
If you are starting out in the NHS, you’ll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.
You will benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.
We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.
This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we will help you get there.
Salary is not the only financial benefit
You will have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including:
- National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
- Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter
- Car lease schemes.
- The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
- Cycle to work scheme
These are just a few of the benefits available – if the role is something you are interested in, we would love to hear from you.
