Cardiac Physiologist - UPMC Aut Even Hospital

Duties and Responsibilities

To perform and interpret the following : ECG’s Stress Tests Holter monitoring and analysis BP monitors and analysis Event monitors and analysis Pacemaker implant and follow up ICD implant and follow up Echocardiography Cardiac Catheterisation Electrophysiology To be responsible for accurate storing of reports generated from the above tests.

Keep accurate documentation of these procedures. Have adequate knowledge of the products required during these procedures. To ensure that all records are properly and accurately maintained. In the absence of the Head of Department undertake primary responsibility for the day to day running of the Cardiology department.

To participate in patient care i.e. preparation and reassurance. To be professionally responsible for all aspects of the post holders own work. Participate in the teaching, training and supervision of new and junior staff. Contribute to the development and implementation of policies and guidelines. Maintain up to date knowledge of cardiology developments and promote awareness of new developments.

Report any malfunction or defects in equipment relevant to the Cardiology department. Support the Head of Department in the implementation of initiatives aimed at improving and developing the service of the Cardiology department. Undertake when necessary administrative and clerical duties to facilitate the smooth running of the department.

Be aware and comply with all hospital and departmental policies especially Health and Safety, Infection Control, Disposal of Waste, Sharps and Infected linen, Accident and Incident Reporting, Complaints Procedure, Fire Policy and Evacuation. Maintain and manage all documents through our Hospital Quality Management system

• Q-Pulse Ability to access policies on Q-Pulse and to log incidents as required. Quality Safety Quality and safety are rooted in the daily work of all individuals at Aut Even Hospital. As an employee you are required to actively participate throughout your working day in the pursuit of excellence. You are required to work in conjunction with your line manager in the planning, monitoring, analysing and improvement of all quality programs. Accreditation Will familiarise themselves with policies, procedures and guidelines directly related to their clinical care and area. Assist in the review of policies, procedures and Guidelines under the direction of the chapter lead/department manager. Lean Lead, facilitate and participate in lean projects with all disciplines and departments of the hospital Support and participate with others to problem solve and continuously improve through the use of the lean tools and techniques Attend/participate on-site training as required