Cardiographer

+ Lead outpatient clinics independently, prioritising workload during busy periods
+ Perform ECGs, recognise and interpret abnormal rhythms with appropriate escalation
+ Setup and fit Holter monitors, event monitors and blood pressure monitors
+ To deal with patient queries both in person and over the telephone, excellent communication skills are essential
+ To be responsible for accurate inputting and updating clinical data into the Cardiology Information Database (EPIC)
+ To demonstrate a positive attitude to the team and contribute to change and developments within the department
+ To ensure that a safe, child-orientated and welcoming environment is maintained
+ To contribute to maintenance of good professional working relationships and team building
+ To be aware of risk management issues and to report these incidents according to policy
+ To maintain Health and Safety standards at all times
+ To undertake any other duties as directed by the Senior Chief/Chief Cardiac Physiologist

Working for our organisation
GOSH is committed to recruiting the best person for the job, based solely on their ability and individual merit as measured against the criteria for the role; through a process that is fair, open, consistent and free from bias and discrimination.
We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture where all staff are valued, respected and acknowledged. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, disability status or length of time spent unemployed.
We particularly welcome applications from BAME communities, people with disabilities and/or long-term health conditions and LGBT+ community members.
We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants and employees are treated fairly and consistently. We are proud to be accredited as a Disability Confident Employer, a member of Business Disability Forum and a Stonewall Diversity Champion.
We have active and Executive supported BAME, LGBT+ and Allies, Disability and Long-Term Health Conditions and Women's staff networks. Staff networks are employee-led groups formed around interests, issues and a common bond or background. Staff network members create a positive and inclusive work environment at Great Ormond Street Hospital by actively contributing to the Trust's mission, values and efforts specific to inclusion. All of our staff networks are open to any employee.

An opportunity has arisen within the Cardiac Physiology department at Great Ormond Street Hospital for a Cardiographer. We are seeking a welcoming and motivated individual to run our paediatric ECG clinics. The post holder will be expected to work independently performing 12 lead ECGs and fitting ECG and blood pressure ambulatory monitors, in both a busy outpatient and inpatient settings.
Once in post, the successful candidate will be trained to perform and interpret ECGs. They must be able to work as part of a team and excellent communication skills are essential. Prior experience working in a healthcare environment, with the public orwith paediatrics is advantageous.

The recruitment process for all admin and clerical roles at Bands 2-4 will be a two stage recruitment process whereby shortlisted candidates will undertake an online literacy, numeracy, ICT and typing test. Only those candidates who pass the competency test will proceed to a formal interview.
The closing date given is a guide only. There may be some occasions where we have to close a vacancy once sufficient applications have been received. It is therefore advisable that you submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.
Only those candidates who clearly demonstrate how they meet the person specification criteria for this post will be shortlisted. Please note that where high volumes of applicants have been received, additional criteria may on occasion be used to determine the final shortlist.
Applications 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).
We are an accredited Living Wage Employer.