Assistant Technical Officer | Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
| Posting date: | 01 May 2024 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £22,383 Per annum |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 31 May 2024 |
| Location: | Milton Keynes, MK6 5LD |
| Company: | Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 6277715/430-MED1516A |
Summary
Assistant Technical Officer
Cardiology/Angiography Unit
Band 2 £22,383 per annum (pro -rata if part-time)
Hours: 37.5 per week - all MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working
A vacancy has arisen for a Band 2 Assistant Technical Officer Assistant within the outpatient Cardiology/Angiography unit.
We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated flexible individual to join our team of experienced staff. Our outpatient cardiology unit provides patients with easy access to Cardiology diagnostic and interventional procedures these include electrocardiography (ECG), assisting with procedures, downloading, setting up and fitting of diagnostic electrocardiography and blood pressure monitors and all other aspects of patient's needs within the outpatient department.
You will be expected to work in all areas of the Cardiology/Angiography unit. This busy unit is open Monday to Friday, working hours are variable to cover the needs of the unit.
For an informal visit please contact either Rebecca Sherwin Senior Sister or Faye Moody, Deputy Sister on 01908 996541.
Interview Date: W/c 20th May 2024
To assist physiologist and qualified nursing staff in providing high quality care by carrying out tests and procedures as required on the daily schedule. To ensure the smooth running of outpatient clinics that run throughout the day. This will require the post holder to organise their own day to day work once given to them by nursing staff and physiologists.
The post holder will act under the direction and supervision of a trained physiologist or nurse.
You can expect a warm welcome at Milton Keynes University Hospital, our staff are friendly and welcoming. We listen to each other and work together to embed our Trusts values and behaviours. At MKUH we appreciate our staff and reward them with an outstanding benefits package including:
• Free on-site parking
• Free tea and coffee
• Great flexible working opportunities
• Discounted gym membership
• Lease car scheme
• Generous annual leave and pension scheme
• On site nursery (chargeable)
• Extensive staff health and well-being programme
Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, in partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital; we conduct research and teaching on site to improve the care of our patients.
The hospital is undergoing significant investment, and we are proud to be rated good by the CQC. Visit our website to catch up on our latest news.
• Perform tests and procedures on adults and children.
• To be competent in the use of observation machines for blood pressure, oxygen saturations and monitoring.
• Carry out routine observation, height, weight, ECG and BMI for clinics reporting any abnormalities to a senior staff member.
• Assist with clinics to ensure streamlined flow through the department, this will include designated responsibility for clinics by senior staff.
• To be fully knowledgeable of performing ECG’s, monitoring and departmental procedures.
• To set up and download 24, 48, 72 hr and 7 day ambulatory ECG monitors.
• To carry out venepuncture and cannulation as required.
• Fit 24hr Blood pressure monitors.
• Fit heart event recorders.
• To participate in further training and development programmes as required.
• To maintain the highest standards of agreed patient care at all times whilst carrying out your work. This involves explaining to the patient the nature of each test being carried out and giving reassurance to the patient at all times.
• When required to transport patients to and from the department.
Please refer to the job description for further details
This advert closes on Wednesday 15 May 2024