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NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
NES have provided NHS Scotland with an exciting opportunity to host 13 Trainee Healthcare Scientists (Cardiac Physiology) within NHS Scotland. These positions will provide extensive training in cardiac investigations including the specialist fields of Cardiac Rhythm Management (CRM) and Echocardiography (Echo). There are a total of 13 positions available across Scotland.
There are two full time positions available within NHS Ayrshire & Arran, University Hospital Ayr.
The Cardiology team within Ayrshire & Arran (University Hospitals Ayr & Crosshouse) have a combined staffing of 25 Cardiac physiologists, 4 Trainee Cardiac Physiologists, 5 Associate Practitioners, 6 Assistant Technical Officers, 2 Healthcare Support Workers, 10 Cardiologists and 3 Cardiology Advanced Nurse Practitioners. In addition we have Heart failure and inherited cardiac condition nurse specialists.
We provide a range of complex diagnostic imaging investigations, including transoesophageal, transthoracic, congenital and stress Echocardiography. We also provide simple and complex device implantation and follow up (CRM), ILR implant service as well as diagnostic coronary angiography. Physiologist led exercise testing, ambulatory monitoring and tilt testing
The successful candidates will be enrolled on the Scientist Training Programme. This is a post graduate programme and applications are invited from graduates who hold a first degree with a minimum of 2:1 in a pure or applied science (physiology, pure or applied physics, engineering, biology or human biology and sports science if significant scientific content).
Further detail on entry requirements can be found at: https://nshcs.hee.nhs.uk/programmes/stp/applicants/entry-requirements/
The academic aspect of the training will be provided and delivered in the North of England (exact university tbc) which includes distance learning and block release to attend the university for specialist training. The majority of the clinical training will be delivered in-house at University Hospital Ayr but you may be required to attend other departments and organisations to gain specialist experience.
The ideal candidates will have a committed in-depth interest and enjoyment of scientific practice and its application to direct clinical care. They will have excellent interpersonal, teamwork and communication skills as well as proven experience of self-directed learning, research and problem solving. The post is therefore ideal for a self-motivated science graduate wishing to work within the field of healthcare science, whilst living and working in one of the country’s most desirable environments.
3 year Fixed Term / Secondment. Please note a Secondment must be agreed by your current Line Manager.
Informal enquiries:
Elaine Graham, Head of Clinical Physiology, University Hospital Ayr. Ayrshire & Arran NHS - email elaine.graham@aapct.scot.nhs.uk. 01292 617297
Post Ref No. 107025
Applications are welcome from UK, EEA and non-EEA candidates.
As part of the recruitment process, you will be required to produce proof of your EU Settlement status from 1st July 2021 to demonstrate your Right to Work in the United Kingdom. Further information: https://www.gov.uk/settled-status-eu-citizens-families. Existing employees may be asked to provide evidence of their EU Settlement Status from 1st July 2021.