Senior Assistant Technical Officer

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust; Telford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent NHS Trust in Telford is looking for a Senior Assistant Technical Officer to support the Cardio-respiratory department. The role involves performing diagnostic tests and providing high-quality care in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Candidates must have experience in a public-facing role, with essential qualifications including GCSEs in English and science, and certifications in Spirometry and ECG interpretation. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to essential diagnostics and patient care.

Qualifications

• Experience in dealing with the general public, ideally in a healthcare setting.
• Basic knowledge of ECG interpretation for acute changes.
• Experience with spirometry and ECG tests.

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing a high quality Cardio-respiratory Service.
• Perform and assist with cardiological and respiratory investigations.
• Reassure patients who are often anxious.
• Perform 12-lead ECGs and fit ECG monitors.

Skills

Communication skills

IT skills

Ability to remain calm under pressure

Education

GCSE A-C in English/maths or equivalent

GCSE grade C or above in science

Certificate in Spirometry

SCST Certificate in ECG interpretation

Job description

Go back The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

Senior Assistant Technical Officer

The closing date is 16 December 2025

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic , self‑motivated Senior Assistant Technical Officer (SATO) to join our busy department. This post will be split between the The Princess Royal Hospital/The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital site and the new Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC) which will be based at Hollinswood House. The Cardio‑respiratory floor of the CDC was opened in June 2024 and is an extension of services currently only provided at PRH/RSH sites.

The CDC is a national initiative to improve diagnostic service provision. The aim is to increase diagnostic capacity and reduce health inequality by providing a single point of access to a range of services. Your role will be part of the Cardio‑respiratory Department.

The successful applicant will need experience in dealing with the general public, ideally in a healthcare setting. Excellent IT and communication skills are essential. As is the ability to remain calm and professional under pressure, in the sometimes challenging role.

When trained, you will be performing some of our basic diagnostic tests to include performing 12‑lead ECGs, fitting longer‑term ECG monitors, blood pressure and sleep monitoring. You will also be trained in performing basic respiratory tests (Spirometry/FeNO) and assisting with Exercise ECGs. You will be expected to cover all hospital environments when on the PRH/RSH site, and work independently when at the CDC.

Main duties of the job

To assist in the provision of a high quality Cardio‑respiratory Service.

To perform and/or assist with a range of routine cardiological and respiratory investigations to National Standard as determined by professional guidelines.

Senior Assistant Technical Officers (SATO) are health care workers who perform or assist with a range of routine physiological measurement investigations. The results provided are used to determine patient treatment strategies. This is done in both an inpatient and outpatient setting.

The role requires excellent communication skills to help reassure patients which are often anxious.

A basic knowledge of ECG interpretation will be required to enable the SATO to alert the Medics to any acute ECG changes which require immediate medical attention. There is also a requirement for the post holder to be able to assess potential contraindications and to be able to understand and obtain accurate spirometry results. Full training will be given.

About us

The Cardio‑respiratory Department has a base at 3 sites with Cardiac Diagnostics currently based predominantly at The Princess Royal Hospital. We are a large, friendly team and you will be working closely with both admin and Physiologists/Healthcare Scientists to providing a comprehensive, dynamic, essential diagnostic service.

Our vision, 'To provide excellent care for the communities we serve,' is not just a statement; it's a promise we live by every day. Guided by our core Values - Partnering, Ambitious, Caring, and Trusted - we're determined to make a real difference in the lives of those who matter most: our patients and their families.

If you're ready to be part of a team that's dedicated to continuous improvement, come join us and let's make a difference together!

Job responsibilities

For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.

Qualifications

• GCSE A-C in English/maths or equivalent
• GCSE grade C or above in science
• Certificate in Spirometry
• SCST Certificate in ECG interpretation

Experience

• experience working in a public facing role
• Experience working in a healthcare setting
• ECG Experience
• Spirometry Experience

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust