Senior Assistant Technical Officer - Cardio-respiratory - Bank

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

Job summary

An exciting opportunity for a Senior Assistant Technical Officer (SATO) at a leading healthcare provider. The role involves performing diagnostic tests and supporting patient care in a busy department. Candidates should possess excellent communication and IT skills, with a focus on patient reassurance and safety.

Qualifications

• Experience working with the public in a healthcare setting.
• Basic knowledge of ECG interpretation.

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing high-quality cardio-respiratory service.
• Perform routine cardiological and respiratory investigations.

Skills

Communication

IT skills

Organizational skills

Education

GCSE A-C in English and Maths

GCSE Grade C Science

Tools

CRIS/Sema

Job description

Job Summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, self-motivated Senior Assistant Technical Officer (SATO) to join our busy department. This role will be based at both the PRH/RSH site and the new Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC) at Hollinswood House.

The successful candidate will have experience dealing with the general public, ideally in a healthcare setting. Excellent IT and communication skills are essential, along with the ability to remain calm and professional under pressure.

Once trained, you will perform basic diagnostic tests including 12-lead ECGs, fitting long-term ECG monitors, blood pressure, and sleep monitoring. You will also be trained in respiratory tests (Spirometry/FeNO) and assisting with Exercise ECGs. The role requires coverage of all hospital environments at PRH/RSH and independent work at the CDC.

Main Duties

To assist in providing a high-quality cardio-respiratory service.

1. Perform and assist with routine cardiological and respiratory investigations to national standards as per professional guidelines.

Senior Assistant Technical Officers (SATO) are healthcare workers performing routine physiological measurements, with results aiding in patient treatment decisions in both inpatient and outpatient settings.

The role demands excellent communication skills to reassure often anxious patients, and a basic knowledge of ECG interpretation to alert medics to any acute changes requiring immediate attention. Full training will be provided.

About Us

The Cardio-respiratory Department is based at both hospital sites, with Cardiac Diagnostics mainly at The Princess Royal Hospital. We are a large, friendly team working closely with admin staff and Physiologists to deliver a comprehensive diagnostic service.

Details

Date Posted: 16 May 2025

Pay Scheme: Agenda for Change

Band: Band 3

Salary: £24,625 - £25,674 per annum

Contract: Bank

Working Pattern: Flexible working

Reference Number: 223-SAT-325

Job Location: The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital, Shrewsbury and Telford, TF1 6TF

Job Responsibilities

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

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Essential: GCSE A-C in English and Maths (or equivalent)

• Desirable: GCSE Grade C Science and/or vocational healthcare qualification, SCST Certificate in ECG, Certificate in Spirometry

Experience

• Essential: Experience working with the public

• Desirable: Experience in healthcare, ECG, and Spirometry

Skills

• Essential: Good IT skills, communication, and organizational skills

• Desirable: Experience with hospital software such as CRIS/Sema

Other Requirements

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A Disclosure check will be required.

Employer Details

Employer: The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

Address: The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital, Shrewsbury and Telford, TF1 6TF

Website: http://www.sath.nhs.uk/