Assistant Technical Officer in Cardio Respiratory and Community

NHS; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a part-time Band 3 Assistant Technical Officer within the Cardio Respiratory department. This role involves delivering high standards of Cardiac and Respiratory Physiological services, conducting clinical investigations, and providing excellent patient care. The successful candidate will be integral to a dedicated team, ensuring the safe use of equipment and maintaining a clean environment. This position offers flexibility and the chance to contribute to improving patient care in a respected NHS Trust, committed to serving the community and enhancing healthcare delivery.

Qualifications

• Experience in clinical physiology investigations.
• Ability to assist Clinical Physiologists effectively.

Responsibilities

• Conduct clinical physiology investigations including ECGs and spirometry.
• Assist with stock control and ensure safe equipment use.

Skills

ECG Recording

Ambulatory Monitoring

Spirometry

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Education

Relevant Health Care Qualification

Tools

Clinical Physiology Equipment

Job description

Job summary

Part-time position, 22.5 hours, working Monday, Thursday, and Friday.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for Band 3 Assistant Technical Officers within the Cardio Respiratory department to deliver Cardiorespiratory services to the Trust and, as necessary, to other LUFT Trust sites or appropriate healthcare sites.

The post holder will be an effective member of the Cardiorespiratory Department, providing high standards of Cardiac and Respiratory Physiological services and patient care. Flexibility in working hours may be required.

Main duties of the job

The staff member will undertake a range of clinical physiology investigations, including duties such as recording ECGs, fitting and removing ambulatory monitoring devices, and conducting spirometry, either independently or in assisting Clinical Physiologists.

• Alert medical staff to abnormalities noted on ECGs, e.g., in A&E. Be BLS trained.
• Assist in stock control of consumables used in clinical physiology.
• Ensure the safe use of departmental equipment.
• Recognize and confirm the accuracy of reported equipment faults, document details, and take appropriate corrective steps.
• Maintain a clean and tidy procedure environment.
• Assist with the maintenance of local risk management policies.

About us

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust comprises Aintree University Hospital, Broadgreen Hospital, and Royal Liverpool University Hospital.

We are part of the NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group, formed on 1 Nov 2024 from the merger of LUHFT and Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust. Our shared goal is to improve patient care.

The group employs over 16,800 colleagues dedicated to caring for our communities across Merseyside, serving a population of 630,000 and providing regional services for over two million people in the North West.

Aintree University Hospital is the designated adult major trauma center for Cheshire and Merseyside and hosts regional services including an award-winning stroke facility. Broadgreen Hospital offers elective surgical, diagnostic, and treatment services, including specialist rehabilitation. Liverpool Women's Hospital specializes in women's and babies' health, delivering over 7,200 babies annually. The Royal Liverpool University Hospital is the largest in the country providing inpatient care in 100% single bedrooms, focusing on complex and specialized services.

Additional details

Date posted: 01 May 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for Change

Band: Band 3

Salary: £24,625 to £25,674 per annum

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Part-time

Reference number: 287-AMED-71-25

Job location: Royal Liverpool Hospital, Prescot Street, Liverpool, L7 8XP