Specialist Clinical Cardiac Physiologist

Works unsupervised in Non invasive testing and Cath lab. Works under supervision in Pacemaker/ICD follow up. Perform specialised diagnostic cardiac physiological testing on patients to aid clinical diagnosis. Demonstrates empathy when dealing with patients in distressing conditions. Interprets results and provides factual reports for specialised diagnostic cardiac investigations. Communicate effectively and advise both clinical and non-clinical staff regarding outcomes of diagnostic investigations. Perform necessary adjustments to devices which directly affect patients clinical environment. Participates on a roster basis, in all areas of technical cardiology Participates in training for Clinical staff, Trainee Cardiac Physiologists and other allied health professionals. Assists in monitoring and maintaining quality of services within Cardiac Diagnostics Ensures that individual own level of practice is kept up to date with current developments in the field of Cardiology including innovative work undertaken in research for a wide range of cardiac investigations. Demonstrates active participation in clinical audit, and R&D activities. Has awareness of future implications for development of current Cardiology services. Works throughout a number of areas recognising all aspects of infection control measures needed for each specific clinical area. Works within a multidiscipline environment abiding to strict regulations regarding radiation and protection from radiation. (see full job description attached)