Assistant Physiologist Band 3
| Posting date: | 15 January 2026 |
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| Salary: | £24,937.00 to £26,598.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £24937.00 - £26598.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 25 January 2026 |
| Location: | Liverpool, L14 3PE |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | C9410-26-0002 |
Summary
Main DutiesTo ensure that ECGs are recorded in line with departmental policies, andmonitor quality control of the ECG service. Perform ambulatory and BPmonitor hook up within the hospital and community clinicsTo assist Cardiac Physiologists in designated clinical areas. CLINICAL RESPONSIBILITIES1 To record ECGs in designated places throughout LHCH andcommunity venues.2 To comply with departmental policy ensuring optimal qualityrecordings.3 Demonstrates empathy when dealing with patients in distressingconditions.4 To be proficient at basic ECG interpretation.5 To ensure that all data both self-recorded and non-self-recorded, isappropriately archived in line with departmental procedures.6 Perform Ambulatory and BP Monitoring Hook up.7 Assist / perform basic administrative duties.8 Assists in monitoring and maintaining quality of services within Cardiacdiagnostics.9 Ensures that individual own level of practice is kept up to date withcurrent developments in the field of Cardiology.10 Attach/removal and downloading of Ambulatory Monitoring equipment.11 To communicate effectively with patients.12 To communicate effectively within a multidisciplinary team.13 To ensure correct maintenance and cleaning of equipment adhering tothe Trust and departmental policies.14 Active involvement in risk assessment, Health & Safety, Infectioncontrol.15 Help in maintaining appropriate stock control.16 Acquire / Maintain BLS resuscitation competence. CLINICAL GOVERNANCE / MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES1 Ensures good communication within the department2 Actively promotes Cardiac Diagnostics (ECG Dept), inside and outsidethe trust.3 Ensures that clinical governance and clinical risk management areintegrated into systems of patient care.4 Participate in service development/training initiatives with colleagues.5 Contributes and aids implementation of departmental policies &procedures.6 Ensure that confidentiality of patients records is strictly maintained andcomplies with the Data Protection Act.7 Recognise peoples equality, diversity and rights.8 Feedback information on complaints / accidents / incidents to the PCP.9 Communicates with other departments involved in supporting theservice (I.e. domestics, porters, etc.) EDUCATION / DEVELOPMENT1 To attend and complete In House ATO Training programme.2 To be trained in using the ZIO Holter ECG system.3 To participate if required in teaching practical ECG skills to ATOs &Trainee CP, Medical and Nursing staff.4 To support basic interpretation training to the above mentioned groups5 To undertake mandatory training in line with departmental and Trustpolicies.6 To undertake relevant training / workshop sessions as identified onperformance review for continuing professional development.7 Works towards Acquisition of SCST certificate in electrocardiography. HEALTH & SAFETY1 All staff will:2 Have responsibility for the safe management of the department andensure the safety of others affected by the departments activities.3 Liaise with the Trust adviser and ensure that any advice isimplemented.4 Ensure the Trust and departmental safety policies, arrangements,assessments etc. are maintained and made available for staff andthat they are adhered to.5 Identify and assess risks to themselves and others.6 Carry out safety inspections and ensure remedial actions are taken.7 Ensure accidents are reported and recorded.8 Report to their line managers any identified actions to ensureHealth and Safety that cannot be affected within their resources.